Albirex Niigata 5-3 Kwansei Gakuin University FC in the Emperor Cup, Round 2 at Denka Big Swan Stadium, Niigata (42,300 capacity).

Kwansei Gakuin University FC won 2, drew 0 and lost 1 of their previous 3 matches (W–L–W), scoring 6 and conceding 4.

The two sides have met 1 time: Albirex Niigata 1 win, Kwansei Gakuin University FC 0, 0 draws.