Mateus Shines With First Career Hat Trick As V-Varen Nagasaki Triumphs

V-Varen Nagasaki made headlines on March 23, 2025, with a stunning 5-1 victory against Blaublitz Akita at Peace Stadium, marking the team's first consecutive win of the season.

In what was an exhilarating match, Mateus, a key player for the team, scored the opening goal in the 19th minute, skillfully dribbling past defenders and firing a powerful shot from outside the box that hit the net. The atmosphere in the stadium was electric as fans erupted in cheers, celebrating the start of what would be a memorable day for the Brazilian midfielder.

Following the halftime break, Mateus continued his impressive performance by netting his second goal just seven minutes into the second half. After receiving a precise cross from teammate Sekiguchi, he expertly placed a right-footed shot into the corner of the goal, further extending V-Varen’s lead.

In the 17th minute of the second half, teammate Masuyama took a shot on target, but it was saved. However, Marcos reacted quickly to the loose ball, scoring the third goal for V-Varen Nagasaki, bringing the score to 3-0. Akita managed to pull one back shortly after, but it was not enough to dampen the spirits of the home team.

As the match neared its end, the spotlight shone on Mateus once more as he completed his hat trick in the 44th minute. A chaotic sequence from a corner kick resulted in the ball finding its way to him, where he confidently headed it home, sending the fans into a frenzy. This hat trick was a remarkable milestone, being the first of his career and the first ever at Peace Stadium for the season.

In the dying moments of the match, rookie Aoki added to the excitement by scoring his debut professional goal during stoppage time, sealing a resounding 5-1 victory for V-Varen Nagasaki.

Reflecting on his remarkable performance, Mateus humbly acknowledged the contributions of his teammates, stating, “I am very happy to win. I am incredibly pleased with my first career hat trick. I am very grateful to my teammates because without them, I couldn't have scored. The support from the fans has been wonderful.”

With this win, V-Varen Nagasaki maintained its strong position in the league, currently holding 3rd place with 14 points from four wins and two draws, remaining unbeaten for six matches since the start of the season.

The next fixture for V-Varen Nagasaki is set for March 26, 2025, where they will play against Thespa Kusatsu in the first round of the Emperor's Cup. Following that, they’ll take on Fujieda MYFC in their next league matchup on March 30.

As Mateus continues to shine as a key player for V-Varen, the team's prospects for the remainder of the season look promising, with expectations high for further achievements in the following matches.