J1 League 2027/28 season is underway with Kashiwa Reysol currently top of the table on 9 points after 3 matches. It's early days but the entertainment has been strong, averaging 65/100 Intensity.

Match Commentary

Latest J1 League results and our take on every gameweek

Scoreboard says 3-1, but the true story is Machida's ruthless edge. Urawa held the ball, but the league leaders owned the National Olympic Stadium pitch! #J1League #MachidaZelvia #Urawa

Clinical Machida Punish Urawa’s Profligacy at National Olympic Stadium A masterclass in transitional football underlined the severe Stakes at both ends of the table, as the leaders deepened Urawa's relegation fears. Early Ambush and Possession Futility Machida Zelvia wasted no time asserting their authority at the National Olympic Stadium, striking...
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An 8th-minute strike from S. Miidera sealed a gritty 1-0 upset for Yokohama F. Marinos over Vissel Kobe. A tactical, defensive masterclass at Nissan Stadium! #J1League #YokohamaFMarinos #VisselKobe

Yokohama's Early Strike Stuns Kobe A gritty, defensive masterclass from Yokohama F. Marinos turned a single early chance into a vital three points against a toothless Vissel Kobe. A Rapid Breakthrough The atmosphere at Nissan Stadium crackled with anticipation as Yokohama F. Marinos looked to establish immediate dominance. They did...
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Mutsuki Kato's first-half strike secures a tight 1-0 win for Sanfrecce Hiroshima. The hosts keep their perfect start alive, while Kawasaki Frontale remain stuck in neutral with a toothless attacking display. #J1League #Sanfrecce #Frontale

Kato Strike Settles Tactical Battle at Edion Peace Wing A single moment of first-half quality proved decisive as the hosts ground out a vital victory to maintain their flawless early-season form. A Cautious Opening Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima demanded early entertainment, but the opening exchanges delivered a purely tactical stalemate....
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Stats scream Kyoto dominance, but the scoreboard tells the true story. Mito Hollyhock tear up the script with a clinical 3-1 away ambush. Tactical masterclass! #J1League #MitoHollyhock #Upset

Hollyhock Ambush Sanga in Kyoto Shocker Mito Hollyhock defied the odds and sterile possession to secure a ruthless early-season away victory. Early Clinical Precision Kyoto Sanga controlled possession right out of the gate at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera, but their passing lacked a lethal edge. The Upset Factor began to...
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Cerezo Osaka dominated possession but a blunt attack resulted in zero shots on target for both sides. A completely forgettable 0-0 draw at Yodoko Sakura Stadium. #J1League #Cerezo #Spulse

A Toothless Siege at Yodoko Sakura Stadium A painfully blunt encounter where Cerezo's overwhelming possession dominance amounted to absolutely nothing, leaving both sides starved of a single shot on target. Opening Exchanges From the opening sequences at Yodoko Sakura Stadium, it became abundantly clear that the hosts intended to dictate...
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Nagoya were staring down a dire start, but Toyota Stadium witnessed a breathtaking late surge. Asano's magic and a costly Gamba red card flipped the script entirely. #J1League #Grampus #GambaOsaka

Late Surge Rescues Grampus: Asano Ignites Toyota Stadium in Thrilling Victory Desperate for their first points of the campaign, Nagoya Grampus produced a spectacular final ten minutes to overcome Gamba Osaka and escape early relegation fears. Frantic Openings The Balance of this contest was evident from the opening exchanges at...
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0-0 on the scoreboard, but an absolute siege on the pitch. Fagiano Okayama unleashed 15 shots, yet Tokyo Verdy dug deep to survive the onslaught and snatch a point. #JLeague #Fagiano #TokyoVerdy

A Barren Siege at City Light Stadium Our verdict is that despite a relentless barrage from the hosts, a monumental defensive effort ensured the spoils were shared in a gruelling stalemate. Early Intentions The action at City Light Stadium began with a clear tactical pattern as Fagiano Okayama immediately edged...
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Down 2-0? No problem. Kashima pulled off an unbelievable 3-2 comeback against Avispa Fukuoka at the Kashima Soccer Stadium, keeping their perfect start alive. #Kashima #J1League #Comeback

Kashima's Monumental Comeback Shatters Fukuoka An extraordinary 3-2 comeback victory not only preserved Kashima's perfect start but served as a thunderous statement of intent in the early J1 League title race. Early Shockwaves The match began with a narrative few anticipated at the Kashima Soccer Stadium. Despite Kashima commanding 58%...
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A relentless second-half siege at Ajinomoto Stadium finally broke JEF Chiba! FC Tokyo grab a 2-0 win. The scoreboard looks comfortable, but that 72-minute defensive wall was tense. #FCTokyo #J1 #JEFChiba

Late Surge Rewards FC Tokyo's Relentless Siege A one-sided attacking masterclass eventually cracked a stubborn visiting defence, securing vital early-season points for the hosts. The Early Siege Early season nerves make for tense football, and this clash carried serious Stakes from the first whistle. JEF United Chiba arrived at Ajinomoto...
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Down by two? No problem. Kashiwa Reysol delivered a masterclass in resilience to protect their perfect record. Absolute bedlam at Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium! #J1League #KashiwaReysol #Comeback

A Kashiwa Comeback for the Ages Leaves Nagasaki Stunned Kashiwa Reysol proved their title credentials in a chaotic six-goal spectacle that tested their resolve to the absolute limit. Opening Act Nagasaki struck first through a devastating own goal by T. Ominami just six minutes in. Despite Kashiwa dominating possession (69%)...
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The scoreboard says 0-4, but the real story is Machida's sheer ruthlessness in front of goal. A devastating away performance that leaves Chiba searching for answers. #J1League #Zelvia #JEFUnited

Machida Zelvia Dismantle JEF United in Four-Goal Masterclass A devastating display of clinical finishing exposed the early-season gulf in class at Fukuda Denshi Arena. The Opening Act JEF United Chiba edged possession early on, trying to establish a rhythm in front of their home support, but the Balance of power...
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2-2 at Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium! Four goals, multiple lead changes, and a relentless 35-shot barrage. Frontale controlled the ball, but Sanga hit back hard on the counter. Pure J1 League drama. #J1League #Frontale #Sanga

A Rollercoaster in Kawasaki A breathless 2-2 draw that showcased the very best of J1 League attacking intent, punctuated by a chaotic second-half goal flurry. Methodical Beginnings Kawasaki Frontale wasted no time imposing their will at Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium, methodically establishing a rhythm that saw them command 56% possession throughout...
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The scoreboard says 4-1, but the 25-3 shot disparity tells the true story of Hiroshima's absolute dominance. A massive early-season statement. #J1League #Sanfrecce #Urawa

Hiroshima's Attacking Masterclass Silences Saitama Sanfrecce Hiroshima's ruthless four-goal display offered an early-season statement of intent against a dismantled Urawa. The Opening Siege Saitama Stadium 2002 witnessed a punishing tempo right from the kickoff. Sanfrecce Hiroshima edged possession with 53% but applied relentless pressure that quickly pinned back the hosts....
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A 90th-minute equaliser from Yoshinori Muto breaks FC Tokyo hearts at Noevir Stadium Kobe! Nagakura’s brilliant brace wasn't quite enough to secure a vital away win for the visitors. #J1League #VisselKobe #FCTokyo

Muto's Late Heroics Salvage Dramatic Draw at Noevir Stadium Kobe A breathtaking encounter where relentless attacking intent saw the lead continually shift before a dying-minutes leveller. Trading Early Blows Vissel Kobe set out to dominate the pitch from the first whistle, controlling possession nicely, but the visitors carried a persistent...
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Scoreboard says 3-0, but the real story is the danger of sterile possession. Avispa Fukuoka absorbed all the pressure and countered flawlessly. Tactical perfection. #J1League #Avispa #Upset

A Masterclass in Counter-Attacking A ruthless display of transition football saw the hosts dismantle their possession-heavy opponents with surgical precision. Absorbing the Pressure The opening whistle at Best Denki Stadium ushered in a tactical pattern that would define the entire contest. Cerezo Osaka took immediate command of the ball, dictating...
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A massive 22-shot bombardment at City Light Stadium! Fagiano Okayama didn't need the ball to dominate, grabbing a vital 1-0 win over V-varen Nagasaki thanks to Lucao's second-half strike. Pure grit. #J1League #FagianoOkayama #VvarenNagasaki

Okayama's Attacking Siege Sinks Toothless Nagasaki A staggering shot disparity tells the story of a gritty, one-sided bombardment where Okayama made every counter count. One-Way Traffic at City Light Stadium The opening phase at City Light Stadium defied the possession statistics. V-varen Nagasaki controlled possession with 57 percent of the...
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The 1-0 away victory might look routine, but the real story lies in that resilient tactical shift culminating in a 79th-minute strike. Yokohama take all three points! #JLeague #FMarinos #Spulse

Yokohama Patience Rewarded in Tense Nihondaira Clash An authoritative possession display from the visitors culminated in late heartbreak for the hosts as the Marinos kickstarted their campaign. Setting the Scene Yokohama entered the IAI Stadium Nihondaira looking to recover from an opening-day defeat, and they immediately took charge of the...
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A bizarre afternoon at Kashima Soccer Stadium sees the hosts claim a 2-1 win over Nagoya Grampus. Two own goals, 30 total shots, and early season drama as Nagoya stay rooted to the bottom. #Kashima #NagoyaGrampus #J1League

Bizarre Own Goals Settle a Chaotic Clash at Kashima Soccer Stadium In a fixture defined by defensive misfortunes and relentless shooting, the hosts’ superior attacking efficiency proved the crucial difference in this early-season encounter. The Frenetic Opening Act The ball spent little time lingering in midfield as both sides immediately...
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20 shots from Gamba Osaka couldn't break Mito Hollyhock's resolve. If the hosts keep defending like this, they won't be near the drop zone for long. #J1League #MitoHollyhock #GambaOsaka

Shooting Gallery at K's Denki: Mito Defy Gamba's Siege Despite conceding total territorial control to the visitors, the hosts executed a gritty defensive masterclass to secure a valuable point. The Opening Act The action at K's Denki Stadium Mito burst into life with an Intensity that bellied the early stage...
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Early shock? No problem. Kashiwa Reysol brushed off a second-minute deficit at the National Olympic Stadium to dismantle Tokyo Verdy 3-1. They stay perfectly perched at the league summit. #JLeague #Reysol #TokyoVerdy

Reysol's Ruthless Response Shatters Verdy at the Olympic Stadium A masterclass in game management saw the league leaders overturn an early deficit to maintain their flawless start to the campaign. The Early Shock The National Olympic Stadium was rocked almost instantly as Tokyo Verdy drew first blood. With just two...
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Kyoto Sanga dominated the ball, but V-varen Nagasaki owned the scoreboard. A masterclass in clinical counter-attacking, highlighted by a devastating early brace. #J1League #VVarenNagasaki #KyotoSanga

Thiago’s Masterclass Sinks Kyoto in Nagasaki An underdog triumph defined by early ruthlessness rather than territorial dominance. The Initial Blitz Action ignited immediately at Peace Stadium as V-varen Nagasaki set out to disrupt the natural order. Despite entering as underdogs, the hosts dictated a blistering Intensity that caught Kyoto Sanga...
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Kawasaki Frontale dominate possession but need a 96th-minute Romanic rescue act to steal a point against Tokyo Verdy. A high-octane opening day draw! #JLeague #TokyoVerdy #KawasakiFrontale

Late Romanic Rescue Salvages Point for Frontale An opening day clash defined by contrasting styles saw a 96th-minute equalizer deny the hosts a famous victory. The Opening Act Ajinomoto Stadium witnessed a fascinating clash of philosophies from the very first whistle. Kawasaki Frontale instantly asserted their tactical dominance, dominating possession...
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima turned Edion Peace Wing into a shooting gallery, suffocating JEF United Chiba from minute three to the final whistle. Total domination. 🟣🏹 #Sanfrecce #J1League #Hiroshima

Hiroshima Dismantle Chiba in Emphatic Home Win A ruthless attacking masterclass saw the hosts suffocate their visitors and establish complete dominance at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima. Opening Act The atmosphere at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima was electric, and it took mere moments for the hosts to firmly assert their tactical...
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A proper defensive slog at Best Denki Stadium ends with Vissel Kobe snatching all three points. Avispa Fukuoka brought the fouls, but Kobe brought the finish. A classic away performance. #VisselKobe #J1League #AvispaFukuoka

Osako Strikes as Vissel Kobe Silence Best Denki Stadium A gritty, foul-heavy contest was settled by a single moment of quality, proving that Vissel Kobe possess the ruthlessness needed for a long campaign. The Physical Setup The Intensity at Best Denki Stadium was evident immediately as Avispa Fukuoka looked to...
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The stats say Fagiano Okayama dominated the penalty box with 17 shots. The scoreboard says Cerezo Osaka took all three points. A clinical four-minute turnaround changes everything. #J1League #CerezoOsaka #FagianoOkayama

Clinical Cerezo Stun Wasteful Fagiano A ruthless four-minute spell from the hosts proved that absolute quality in the final third trumps sheer volume of chances. The Opening Exchange Yodoko Sakura Stadium was briefly stunned into silence. Fagiano Okayama arrived with genuine intent, dictating a frantic early tempo and immediately putting...
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An early lead vanished after a 38th-minute red card unraveled the hosts. Machida Zelvia ruthlessly punished the ten men, turning Ajinomoto Stadium into a 5-1 comeback clinic. #J1 #FCTokyo #Zelvia

Machida's Five-Star Performance Stuns Ajinomoto Stadium A devastating red card completely altered the trajectory of this contest, turning an early home advantage into a ruthless away demolition. The Early Exchange The match ignited instantly at Ajinomoto Stadium as FC Tokyo struck first blood in a vibrant opening phase. Marcelo Ryan...
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Kashiwa Reysol take the 2-1 opening day victory, but Mito's late pressure and 15 total shots show a team ready to fight. A brilliant tactical chess match to kick off the season. #JLeague #Reysol #MitoHollyhock

Reysol Strike Early to Edge Hollyhock in Thrilling Opening Day Clash A clinical first-half display proved the difference in a tightly contested fixture that showcased ruthless efficiency over raw attacking volume. Opening Act The new campaign at Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium began at an electric pace, matching the high Stakes...
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Holding the ball doesn't mean holding the points. Despite 75% possession, Nagoya couldn't crack a resilient ten-man Shimizu side in a defensive masterclass at Toyota Stadium. #J1League #NagoyaGrampus #ShimizuSpulse

A Defensive Masterclass in Aichi An astonishing rearguard action proved that dominating the ball means nothing if you cannot breach a ten-man wall. The Opening Exchanges Nagoya Grampus dominated possession from the outset, settling into an incredible 75% share of the ball at Toyota Stadium. Yet, the Balance of the...
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Down to 10 men, Urawa took a shock 3-2 lead in the 80th minute—only for Gamba to score twice in the dying moments to snatch a 4-3 win! Breathtaking top-of-the-table drama. #J1League #Gamba #Urawa

Seven-Goal Chaos at Panasonic Stadium Suita Hands Gamba the Crown A top-of-the-table clash exploded into pure theater, serving up a red card, super-sub heroics, and an unforgettable late winner in a match for the ages. Early Spark and Immediate Drama The Stakes could not have been higher, and this fixture...
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7-goal thriller at National Olympic Stadium! Kashima flip the script in stoppage time with Cavric's heroic brace to snatch all 3 points. What an unforgettable opener! #J1League #Kashima #Marinos

Cavrić's Stoppage-Time Heroics Steal Seven-Goal Thriller for Kashima An astonishing late collapse from the hosts allowed the visitors to snatch a 4-3 victory in a breathtaking season opener. The Early Firefight The match erupted immediately at National Olympic Stadium. Yokohama F. Marinos struck first in the 7th minute through S....
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Stats Leaders

Top performers in goals, assists and clean sheets for J1 League

League Standings

Full J1 League table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Kashiwa Reysol 3 9 9 4 +5 WKashiwa Reysol 4 - 2 V-varen Nagasaki (21-08-2026)WTokyo Verdy 1 - 3 Kashiwa Reysol (14-08-2026)WKashiwa Reysol 2 - 1 Mito Hollyhock (08-08-2026)
2 Kashima 3 9 9 6 +3 WKashima 3 - 2 Avispa Fukuoka (22-08-2026)WKashima 2 - 1 Nagoya Grampus (15-08-2026)WYokohama F. Marinos 3 - 4 Kashima (07-08-2026)
3 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 3 7 8 2 +6 DSanfrecce Hiroshima 1 - 1 Kawasaki Frontale (22-08-2026)WUrawa 1 - 4 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (15-08-2026)WSanfrecce Hiroshima 3 - 0 JEF United Chiba (08-08-2026)
4 Machida Zelvia 2 6 9 1 +8 WMachida Zelvia 3 - 1 Urawa (23-08-2026)WJEF United Chiba 0 - 4 Machida Zelvia (15-08-2026)WFC Tokyo 1 - 5 Machida Zelvia (08-08-2026)
5 Yokohama F. Marinos 3 6 5 4 +1 WYokohama F. Marinos 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe (22-08-2026)WShimizu S-pulse 0 - 1 Yokohama F. Marinos (15-08-2026)LYokohama F. Marinos 3 - 4 Kashima (07-08-2026)
6 Cerezo Osaka 3 6 3 4 -1 WCerezo Osaka 1 - 0 Shimizu S-pulse (22-08-2026)LAvispa Fukuoka 3 - 0 Cerezo Osaka (15-08-2026)WCerezo Osaka 2 - 1 Fagiano Okayama (08-08-2026)
7 Mito Hollyhock 3 4 5 4 +1 WKyoto Sanga 1 - 3 Mito Hollyhock (22-08-2026)DMito Hollyhock 1 - 1 Gamba Osaka (15-08-2026)LKashiwa Reysol 2 - 1 Mito Hollyhock (08-08-2026)
8 Vissel Kobe 3 4 3 3 0 LYokohama F. Marinos 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe (22-08-2026)DVissel Kobe 2 - 2 FC Tokyo (15-08-2026)WAvispa Fukuoka 0 - 1 Vissel Kobe (08-08-2026)
9 Fagiano Okayama 3 4 2 2 0 DFagiano Okayama 0 - 0 Tokyo Verdy (22-08-2026)WFagiano Okayama 1 - 0 V-varen Nagasaki (15-08-2026)LCerezo Osaka 2 - 1 Fagiano Okayama (08-08-2026)
10 Gamba Osaka 3 4 6 7 -1 LNagoya Grampus 3 - 1 Gamba Osaka (22-08-2026)DMito Hollyhock 1 - 1 Gamba Osaka (15-08-2026)WGamba Osaka 4 - 3 Urawa (07-08-2026)
11 FC Tokyo 3 4 5 7 -2 WFC Tokyo 2 - 0 JEF United Chiba (21-08-2026)DVissel Kobe 2 - 2 FC Tokyo (15-08-2026)LFC Tokyo 1 - 5 Machida Zelvia (08-08-2026)
12 Avispa Fukuoka 3 3 5 4 +1 LKashima 3 - 2 Avispa Fukuoka (22-08-2026)WAvispa Fukuoka 3 - 0 Cerezo Osaka (15-08-2026)LAvispa Fukuoka 0 - 1 Vissel Kobe (08-08-2026)
13 Nagoya Grampus 3 3 4 4 0 WNagoya Grampus 3 - 1 Gamba Osaka (22-08-2026)LKashima 2 - 1 Nagoya Grampus (15-08-2026)LNagoya Grampus 0 - 1 Shimizu S-pulse (08-08-2026)
14 Kawasaki Frontale 3 3 4 4 0 DSanfrecce Hiroshima 1 - 1 Kawasaki Frontale (22-08-2026)DKawasaki Frontale 2 - 2 Kyoto Sanga (15-08-2026)DTokyo Verdy 1 - 1 Kawasaki Frontale (09-08-2026)
15 Shimizu S-pulse 3 3 1 2 -1 LCerezo Osaka 1 - 0 Shimizu S-pulse (22-08-2026)LShimizu S-pulse 0 - 1 Yokohama F. Marinos (15-08-2026)WNagoya Grampus 0 - 1 Shimizu S-pulse (08-08-2026)
16 V-varen Nagasaki 3 3 4 6 -2 LKashiwa Reysol 4 - 2 V-varen Nagasaki (21-08-2026)LFagiano Okayama 1 - 0 V-varen Nagasaki (15-08-2026)WV-varen Nagasaki 2 - 1 Kyoto Sanga (09-08-2026)
17 Tokyo Verdy 3 2 2 4 -2 DFagiano Okayama 0 - 0 Tokyo Verdy (22-08-2026)LTokyo Verdy 1 - 3 Kashiwa Reysol (14-08-2026)DTokyo Verdy 1 - 1 Kawasaki Frontale (09-08-2026)
18 Kyoto Sanga 3 1 4 7 -3 LKyoto Sanga 1 - 3 Mito Hollyhock (22-08-2026)DKawasaki Frontale 2 - 2 Kyoto Sanga (15-08-2026)LV-varen Nagasaki 2 - 1 Kyoto Sanga (09-08-2026)
19 Urawa 2 0 4 8 -4 LMachida Zelvia 3 - 1 Urawa (23-08-2026)LUrawa 1 - 4 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (15-08-2026)LGamba Osaka 4 - 3 Urawa (07-08-2026)
20 JEF United Chiba 3 0 0 9 -9 LFC Tokyo 2 - 0 JEF United Chiba (21-08-2026)LJEF United Chiba 0 - 4 Machida Zelvia (15-08-2026)LSanfrecce Hiroshima 3 - 0 JEF United Chiba (08-08-2026)

Form Guide

Form over the last 6 matches