J1 League Regular Season - 8
Avispa Fukuoka 2 - 2 PEN 14-13 Gamba Osaka
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
D. Hummet (I. Jebali) 11'
22' G. Miura
Welton 42'
HT
46' ↓ S. Zahedi ↑N. Ben Khalifa
↓ R. Hatsuse ↑T. Kishimoto 46'
↓ Welton ↑R. Meshino 46'
56' ↓ M. Shigemi ↑K. Fujimoto
↓ R. Yamashita ↑S. Kurata 59'
↓ S. Abe ↑R. Mito 60'
63' ↓ S. Nago ↑A. Sani Brown
63' ↓ K. Yamawaki ↑Y. Hashimoto
72' Kokoro Maeda
83' ↓ K. Maeda ↑Y. Kitajima
90' Y. Tsujioka (N. Ben Khalifa)
Ryotaro Meshino 90'+1
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Avispa Fukuoka
Goalkeepers
Y. Obata 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
T. Oka 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
M. Tashiro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Tsujioka 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.2
Rating
Midfielders
K. Yamawaki 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
4%
Pass Acc
K. Maeda
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
41%
Pass Acc
T. Miki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Maejima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
S. Nago
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
10%
Pass Acc
M. Shigemi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
S. Zahedi 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
K. Fujita 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Y. Hashimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Okuno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Kitajima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Ben Khalifa 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
45
Minutes
7.3
Rating
A. Sani Brown
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Fujimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Usui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Sakai
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Gamba Osaka
Goalkeepers
M. Higashiguchi 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
5
Saves
8
Rating
Defenders
R. Handa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Miura 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
0
Fouls
6.7
Rating
S. Nakatani 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
R. Hatsuse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Midfielders
S. Abe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
T. Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Yamashita
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
I. Jebali
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Welton 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
D. Hummet
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
R. Araki
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
T. Kishimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Ikegaya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Kurata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Mito
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
7
Rating
G. Nawata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Meshino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Minamino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Toyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2026 | Avispa Fukuoka | 2 - 2 (PEN 14-13) | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 11/30/2025 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 - 0 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 02/22/2025 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 1 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 08/24/2024 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 2 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 05/03/2024 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 - 0 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 11/11/2023 | Gamba Osaka | 1 - 2 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 06/03/2023 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 - 2 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 08/31/2022 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 1 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 03/19/2022 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 3 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 07/17/2021 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 1 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
03/21/2026
11/30/2025
02/22/2025
08/24/2024
05/03/2024
11/11/2023
06/03/2023
08/31/2022
03/19/2022
07/17/2021
Avispa Fukuoka Win
Gamba Osaka Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Marathon Shootout Caps Off Dramatic Comeback at Best Denki Stadium
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 68/100. A relentless attacking siege culminated in a 90th-minute equalizer and a historic 14-13 penalty shootout victory that will be remembered for years.
Opening Act
Right out of the gate, Best Denki Stadium witnessed a masterclass in transitional football. The match exploded into life when D. Hummet slotted home a brilliant 11th-minute opener, finishing off a slick passing sequence orchestrated by I. Jebali. Gamba Osaka looked perfectly comfortable absorbing early pressure, allowing the hosts to hold possession while striking back with ruthless efficiency on the counter. A high Balance rating reflects how evenly matched the tactical chess match felt in these opening exchanges. Things went from bad to worse for the home side when an unfortunate G. Miura own goal at the 22-minute mark doubled the visitors' advantage. With Welton also adding to the chaos before halftime, it seemed Gamba was cruising toward a dominant away victory, leaving the home supporters completely stunned.
The Pivot
Rather than fold under the mounting deficit, Avispa Fukuoka emerged from the tunnel with renewed venom, launching a relentless attacking siege that pinned the visitors deep in their own half. The Intensity was off the charts as they fired an incredible 20 shots toward the target, completely suffocating Gamba's midfield which could only muster six attempts all game. The turning point arrived in the 80th minute when tension peaked; VAR intervened to confirm a massive penalty decision involving N. Ben Khalifa. Although the scoreboard did not immediately reflect the shifting momentum, this sustained, heavy pressure began cracking Gamba's stubborn defensive block, setting the stage for one of the most unbelievable conclusions in recent league history.
Resolution
The ceaseless pressure finally paid dividends in the 90th minute when Ben Khalifa turned provider, perfectly setting up Y. Tsujioka for a dramatic late equalizer that sent the home crowd into sheer delirium. With regular season rules remarkably forcing a decisive outcome, the 2-2 draw transitioned straight into a penalty shootout. What followed was an absolute test of endurance and nerve. Despite Masaaki Higashiguchi making a crucial penalty save to keep his side alive, Fukuoka ultimately triumphed in a marathon 14-13 spot-kick victory. This monumental comeback secures vital points for Fukuoka in the middle of the table, while delivering a devastating psychological blow to Gamba's early-season momentum.
Key Questions
How did Avispa Fukuoka complete the comeback from behind?
By maintaining a relentless 20-shot attacking siege, capped by a 90th-minute equalizer and a historic 14-13 shootout victory.
How did substitute Yuma Tsujioka change the game?
Tsujioka delivered the ultimate clutch moment, smashing home a 90th-minute equalizer to force an epic penalty shootout.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A Defensive Tightrope in Fukuoka
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. Gamba Osaka's lethal attack meets an unpredictable Avispa Fukuoka side in a clash that promises goals and chaos.
The Setup
At Best Denki Stadium, the narrative revolves around defensive fragilities and attacking intent. A modest Stakes factor keeps the overarching season pressure somewhat contained, but a high Balance rating indicates we are in for a fiercely contested affair. Gamba Osaka have been ruthless on the road, boasting an impressive away win rate that completely overshadows their otherwise erratic Form. Meanwhile, Avispa Fukuoka will need to quickly exploit the visitors' famously leaky backline if they want to secure vital points on home turf.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls directly on the creative spark of Shintaro Nago, who acts as Fukuoka's primary engine, trying to match the relentless output of Deniz Hümmet. The Stars on display will dictate the match's tempo, with Hümmet’s lethal finishing constantly threatening to blow the game wide open for the visitors.
Our Prediction
We expect Gamba Osaka to edge a high-scoring thriller. Both sides have shown glaring defensive vulnerabilities recently, but Gamba’s superior attacking edge and away-day confidence should overcome Fukuoka in a chaotic victory.