J1 League Gameweek 1
Avispa Fukuoka 0 - 1 FT Vissel Kobe
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Y. Osako (M. Thuler) 23'
34' M. Shigemi
HT
52' Y. Maejima
M. Thuler 53'
↓ Y. Kuwasaki ↑M. Hidaka 56'
59' ↓ M. Shigemi ↑S. Morooka
67' ↓ Y. Maejima ↑Y. Hashimoto
67' ↓ K. Shiihashi ↑K. Maeda
80' ↓ S. Nago ↑S. Sato
80' ↓ K. Fujimoto ↑S. Takemoto
↓ Y. Osako ↑R. Komatsu 90'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Avispa Fukuoka
Goalkeepers
Takumi Nagaishi 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Teppei Oka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kennedy Egbus Mikuni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuma Tsujioka 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
44%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Maejima Yota
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Keiya Shiihashi 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Tomoya Miki 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Kazuki Fujimoto
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Forwards
Masato Shigemi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Shintaro Nago
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Werik Popó
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Kazuki Fujita 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yu Hashimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nara Tatsuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daiki Miya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daiki Fukazawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kokoro Maeda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shohei Takemoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shu Morooka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sonosuke Sato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vissel Kobe
Goalkeepers
Shuichi Gonda 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Gotoku Sakai 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
8
Duels Won
73%
Win %
Tetsushi Yamakawa
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Thuler
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Diego
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Yosuke Ideguchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuya Kuwasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
56
Entry
Yuta Goke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Yoshinori Muto 
MAGNET
53
Activity
53
Activity
40
Passes
13
Duels
Yuya Osako
MAGNET
48
Activity
48
Activity
31
Passes
17
Duels
Katsuya Nagato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Daiya Maekawa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Takuya Iwanami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mitsuki Hidaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
41
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Issei Takahashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kota Watanabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Haruya Ide
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuan Iwamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean Patric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ren Komatsu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2026 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 02/27/2026 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 1 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | Noevir Stadium |
| 06/28/2025 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 0 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 03/01/2025 | Vissel Kobe | 0 - 1 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | Noevir Stadium |
| 09/01/2024 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 2 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 05/15/2024 | Vissel Kobe | 1 - 0 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 06/25/2023 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 3 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 02/18/2023 | Vissel Kobe | 1 - 0 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 10/01/2022 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 08/10/2022 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 - 0 | Vissel Kobe | J-League Cup | Best Denki Stadium |
05/23/2026
02/27/2026
06/28/2025
03/01/2025
09/01/2024
05/15/2024
06/25/2023
02/18/2023
10/01/2022
08/10/2022
Avispa Fukuoka Win
Vissel Kobe Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Machida Zelvia | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | +4 | |
| 2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +3 | |
| 3 | Kashima | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3 | +1 | |
| 4 | Gamba Osaka | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3 | +1 | |
| 5 | Cerezo Osaka | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +1 | |
| 6 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +1 | |
| 7 | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +1 | |
| 8 | Vissel Kobe | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +1 | |
| 9 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 10 | Kyoto Sanga | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 11 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 12 | V-varen Nagasaki | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 13 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | -1 | |
| 14 | Urawa | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | -1 | |
| 15 | Mito Hollyhock | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -1 | |
| 16 | Fagiano Okayama | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -1 | |
| 17 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | |
| 18 | Nagoya Grampus | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | |
| 19 | JEF United Chiba | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -3 | |
| 20 | FC Tokyo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | -4 |
P: 1 GD: +4
P: 1 GD: +3
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 0 GD: 0
P: 0 GD: 0
P: 0 GD: 0
P: 0 GD: 0
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -3
P: 1 GD: -4
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Osako Strikes as Vissel Kobe Silence Best Denki Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 25/100. 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 disrupt the visitors' rhythm. Opting for a heavily physical approach, the hosts committed a staggering 22 fouls over the course of the match to break up play. Vissel Kobe refused to be intimidated, maintaining their composure and edging possession with 54% of the ball. The midfield quickly turned into a battleground, with both sides struggling to carve out clear openings amid the relentless tackling and tactical interruptions.
The Decisive Breakthrough
Despite the scrappy nature of the midfield battle, the Balance shifted midway through the first half. In the 23rd minute, Kobe found the singular moment of magic required to unlock the stubborn Fukuoka defence. M. Thuler provided a perfectly weighted assist for Y. Osako, who ruthlessly dispatched the ball into the net. It was a clinical finish that highlighted the stark difference in attacking quality; while chances were at a premium, Kobe's marksman needed only half a yard to change the complexion of the afternoon.
Locking Down the Points
With the Stakes of opening day points on the line, Kobe showcased their defensive maturity. Fukuoka desperately chased an equaliser, throwing bodies forward and racking up 11 total shots. However, their lack of precision was glaring, managing a mere two efforts on target. Kobe's defensive unit absorbed the pressure comfortably, blocking six shots and refusing to surrender their narrow lead. Our verdict: this 1-0 away victory is exactly the type of resilient performance that builds momentum for a successful season.
Key Questions
Who scored the decisive goal?
Y. Osako scored the only goal of the match in the 23rd minute, expertly assisted by M. Thuler.
Why did Avispa Fukuoka fail to score?
Despite attempting 11 shots and playing aggressively, Fukuoka struggled with accuracy, managing only two shots on target throughout the match.
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.
Opening Day At Best Denki Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. A tepid season opener lacking immediate narrative weight, but one where the visitors should comfortably assert their early dominance.
The Setup
The J1 League returns on August 08, 2026, as Avispa Fukuoka hosts Vissel Kobe at Best Denki Stadium. Being the very first match of the regular season, the Stakes are naturally low, and recent Form is entirely reset. However, the competitive Balance heavily favors the visitors. While the fixture suffers from a modest Stars rating that might keep neutrals away, there is clear quality on the pitch. Fukuoka will look to T. Miki to anchor their midfield transitions, but Kobe brings serious firepower and defensive solidity, leaning on the likes of Matheus Thuler at the back and T. Miyashiro pushing forward.
Key Battle
The match will be decided by Fukuoka's ability to maintain a rigid defensive block against Kobe's possession-heavy approach. Whoever dictates the tempo in the middle of the park will ultimately control the game's destiny.
Our Prediction
We expect Vissel Kobe to secure a routine 2-0 victory. They simply possess too much quality and structural discipline for a Fukuoka side that will likely spend most of the afternoon absorbing pressure.