Japan J3-League 03/23 04:00 6 [2] FC Osaka v Matsumoto Y FC [8] D 0-0
Japan J3-League 03/20 05:00 5 [19] Giravanz Kitakyushu v FC Osaka [2] D 0-0
Japan J3-League 03/16 04:00 4 [1] FC Osaka v FC Gifu [6] D 0-0
Japan J-League Cup 03/13 10:00 7 FC Osaka v Iwaki SC L 0-2
Japan J3-League 03/09 05:00 3 [19] Zweigen Kanazawa v FC Osaka [3] W 2-6
Japan J3-League 03/03 05:00 2 [13] YSCC v FC Osaka [7] W 0-2
Japan J3-League 02/25 10:00 1 [12] FC Osaka v Nagano Parceiro [12] W 2-1
Japan J3-League 12/02 05:00 38 [10] FC Osaka v Ehime FC [1] L 1-2
Japan J3-League 11/25 04:00 37 [5] FC Imabari v FC Osaka [6] L 3-1
Japan J3-League 11/18 10:00 36 [6] FC Osaka v Tegevajaro Miyazaki [19] D 1-1
Japan J3-League 11/12 05:00 35 [19] Sagamihara v FC Osaka [4] L 5-0
Japan J3-League 11/05 10:00 34 [6] FC Osaka v Fukushima Utd [16] W 1-0
Japan J3-League 10/28 05:00 33 [5] FC Osaka v Gainare Tottori [8] D 1-1
Japan J3-League 10/22 04:00 32 [15] Nagano Parceiro v FC Osaka [7] W 0-2
Japan J3-League 10/15 05:00 31 [6] FC Osaka v FC Gifu [8] D 1-1
Japan J3-League 10/05 10:00 30 [5] FC Osaka v Kagoshima United [2] L 2-3
Japan J3-League 10/01 05:00 29 [16] Kamatamare Sanuki v FC Osaka [4] D 1-1
Japan J3-League 09/24 05:00 28 [5] FC Osaka v Giravanz Kitakyushu [20] D 0-0
Japan J3-League 09/17 05:00 27 [7] Kataller Toyama v FC Osaka [2] L 2-1
Japan J3-League 09/09 09:00 26 [11] Grulla Morioka FC v FC Osaka [5] W 0-3
Japan J3-League 09/03 08:00 25 [8] FC Osaka v Matsumoto Y FC [10] W 3-1
Japan J3-League 08/27 09:00 24 [3] Azul Claro Numazu v FC Osaka [10] W 0-2
Japan J3-League 08/20 09:00 23 [7] FC Osaka v Nara Club [13] L 0-1
Japan J3-League 08/12 09:30 22 [16] FC Ryukyu v FC Osaka [7] W 1-3
Japan J3-League 08/06 09:00 21 [8] FC Osaka v YSCC [15] D 2-2
Japan J3-League 07/29 10:00 20 [10] Vanraure Hachinohe v FC Osaka [7] D 0-0
Japan J3-League 07/23 09:00 19 [9] FC Osaka v Kamatamare Sanuki [17] D 0-0
Japan J3-League 07/16 09:00 18 [19] Giravanz Kitakyushu v FC Osaka [9] D 0-0
Japan J3-League 07/09 09:00 17 [10] FC Osaka v Sagamihara [20] W 1-0
Japan J3-League 07/01 10:00 16 [15] Gainare Tottori v FC Osaka [8] D 2-2

Wikipedia - FC Osaka

FC Osaka (FC大阪, Efu Shī Osaka) is a Japanese football club based in Higashiōsaka, Osaka Prefecture. They currently play in J3 League, the third tier of professional football league in the Japanese football league system.

History

FC Osaka was founded in 1996. 11 years after its foundation, in 2007, the team won the Osaka Prefectural Football League Division 1 for the first time. In 2010, they participated in the Shakaijin Cup for the first time, losing to Norbritz Hokkaido in the first round). In 2011, they won the 1st Division of the Osaka Prefectural League for the 3rd time in three consecutive years. The club won the Kansai Prefectural Soccer League Final Tournament, and was then promoted to the Kansai Soccer League Division 2. From this year onwards, the club's operating corporation was changed from "Nippon Entertainment Group Co., Ltd." to "R Dash Co., Ltd.".

Six years at Regional League level

In 2012, they won the Kansai Soccer League 2nd Division with 13 wins and 1 loss, including a uncommon run of 10 consecutive wins that started on their debut match at the tournament, and this contributed to their promotion to the Kansai Soccer League 1st Division. In 2013, the club won the Division 1 with 12 wins and 2 draws, remaining unbeaten at the competition. However, on the Regional Champions League, they weren't able to finish in a position that would enable them to get a promotion, exiting the competition at the group stage. On the same year, it was established the women's teamm, "FC Osaka CRAVO".

In 2014, they won The KSL Island Shield of Awaji, they won the Shakaijin Cup, and the Osaka Prefectural Soccer Championship for the first time. That win enabled them to qualify, and make their debut at the Emperor's Cup. FC Osaka lost to Zweigen Kanazawa in the first round. But, this Emperor's Cup loss in the middle of the year didn't reflected how the rest of the season would go, as it resulted favorably for the Osaka-based team. After winning the Shakaijin Cup, the club was runners-up at the Regional Champions League, granting them the possibility of promotion for the Japan Football League (Japan's 4th tier league), only pending the JFL Board of Directors approval, which was given on 10 December.

Eight-year stint at JFL

In 2015, they defeated Cerezo Osaka in the first round of the 2015 Emperor's Cup. In 2018, the management corporation "General Incorporated Association FC Osaka Sports Club" was established as a prerequisite for joining the J League. In their 4th year participating in JFL, FC Osaka ended up in their highest ever position, finishing the tournament as runners-up. On 27 November of the same year, the club received an approval to make Higashiosaka City their hometown. The city is home to the Higashiosaka City Hanazono Rugby Stadium, which has undergone major renovations, ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

After that, on 26 November 2019, an agreement was signed between FC Osaka and Higashiosaka City regarding the renovation of the second ground of Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium. Specifically, the second ground, which was deteriorating due to its age, was equipped with spectator seats for more than 5,000 spectators, preparing themselves to a possible promotion for the J3 League. A roof was installed on one of the stands, and the stand behind the goal was sloped. All construction costs was funded by FC Osaka and donated to the Higashiosaka City after completion. This renovation work was realized successfully, with the refurbishment work being completed after December 2021. In addition, on 26 November 2019, the club submitted documents for the J.League, applicating for the "J.League 100 Year Plan club status", as one of the prerequisites to join the J.League.

On 25 February 2020, the submitted documents received J.League approval, making FC Osaka one of the 100-year plan club status holders. After that, on 30 June, the club applied for a J3 league license, aiming to be promoted for the J3 league by 2021. The J3 League license was issued by the J.League on 15 September. FC Osaka couldn't be promoted to the J3 League on 2020, as at the time of league's abandonment, they were placed at 9th. On 2021, it worked out nearly the same way for the club, finishing just two points behind the Top 4, and at the 7th place.

In 2021, the top team's name FC Osaka was changed to F.C. Osaka (F.C.大阪, Efu. Sī. Osaka) as of 1 January that year. "FC" not only means "football club", but also various fields (Field), foundation / substrate (Foundation), for people (For people) "F" ” and the “C” which stands for Community contribution, Cooperation, Confidence and Creation. Osaka” was changed to “F.C.Osaka” (English notation: F.C.✩OSAKA).

On 12 January 2022, the name was changed back to FC Osaka.

Promotion to J3

On 5 November, FC Osaka were promoted to J3 League for the first time in their history, after spending eight seasons in Japan Football League. 15 days later at the same month, The club was promoted after finishing as runners-up and going over the 2,000 minimum average home attendance, with a 10 goal difference between the club and Nara Club, who were awarded as champions. Despite FC Osaka having one more match won than Nara, the club also had two more matches lost than Nara. This tight gap between them and the champions, Nara Club, however, contributed positively for the hardly-fought promotion for the J3 League, where they will be playing from the 2023 season.

FC Osaka is a professional soccer team based in Osaka, Japan. The team was founded in 1997 and has since become one of the most successful teams in the J-League. The team plays their home games at the Yanmar Stadium Nagai, which has a capacity of 47,000 spectators.

FC Osaka has a strong and dedicated fan base, known as the "Orange Army". The team's colors are orange and black, which are reflected in their logo and team uniforms. The team's motto is "One Team, One Dream", which emphasizes the importance of teamwork and unity.

The team has a reputation for playing an attacking style of soccer, with a focus on quick passing and movement. They have a number of talented players, including several international players from countries such as Brazil, South Korea, and Australia.

FC Osaka has won several major titles, including the J-League Cup, Emperor's Cup, and the AFC Champions League. They have also competed in the FIFA Club World Cup, where they reached the quarter-finals in 2012.

Overall, FC Osaka is a highly respected and successful soccer team, with a strong fan base and a commitment to playing attractive and effective soccer.