Corinthians supporters join Gamba Osaka fans at Nagoya Grampus clash in Japan | OneFootball

Corinthians' organised supporters in Japan joined Gamba Osaka's Kokorozashi in the stands for the Japanese league meeting with Nagoya Grampus at Toyota Stadium. According to Meu Timao, members of Gaviões Japão attended together after an invitation from the Gamba group.

The match finished 2-1 to Nagoya Grampus.

The supporters emphasised the respect and friendship between the groups, noting it predates this week. In January they stood side by side at a futsal game between Corinthians and Nagoya.

They also highlighted Gamba Osaka's season and the upcoming Asian Champions League final on 17 in Saudi Arabia against Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo's team. Kokorozashi are due to travel on 16 to follow the showpiece.

Gaviões da Fiel, Corinthians' largest organised supporters' group, maintains an extensive network of branches in Brazil and abroad. Alongside the Japan unit, there are hubs in places including Brasília, Baixada Santista, Jundiaí, Piracicaba, Rio Claro, Vale do Paraíba, ABC, Indaiatuba and Guarulhos.

Source: Meu Timao