J-League Preview: Osaka derby seizes spotlight

Second-placed Kawasaki will attempt to end Tokyo's 11-game unbeaten league run, while Urawa are out to avoid suffering defeat by Kashiwa Resyol for a fourth game in succession.

The top two both, nonetheless, have reason for optimism heading into Round 24 of 34.

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