CHIBA, Japan (Interstat) — JEF United Ichihara Chiba opened its J2 League season with a dominant 5-2 victory over Consadole Sapporo at Fukuda Denshi Arena on Sunday. Carlinhos led the attack with two early goals, setting the pace for the home side. Daichi Ishikawa also scored, while Naohiro Sugiyama and Shuma Kido provided key assists in the win. The match featured four yellow cards. The result gives JEF United a winning start, while Consadole Sapporo remains winless across all competitions this season. The final score easily surpassed the pregame projection from Interstat.