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Title-chasing Gamba Osaka squandered a chance to move into the top three as they were held to a 2-2 stalemate by visiting Avispa Fukuoka on Saturday. It was the fourth draw in a row for Spanish manager Dani Poyatos’ men, who remained fourth in the J-League first division on 48 points, five back from leaders Machida Zelvia, who play Sunday, along with second-place Sanfrecce Hiroshima and third-place Kashima Antlers. Kazuya Konno gave the visitors the lead from the penalty spot in the 22nd minute at Panasonic Stadium after being dragged down by Gamba midfielder Tokuma Suzuki. Shota Fukuoka put t…

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