J1 League Regular Season - 1
Cerezo Osaka 0 - 0 PEN 4-5 Gamba Osaka
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
41' Hayato Tanaka
HT
46' ↓ S. Homma ↑R. Sakata
46' ↓ Thiago Andrade ↑N. Ishiwatari
↓ H. Minamino ↑I. Jebali 56'
↓ T. Suzuki ↑D. Hummet 57'
63' ↓ H. Kida ↑K. Yoshino
↓ R. Meshino ↑K. Okunuki 64'
71' ↓ S. Sakuragawa ↑K. Yengi
Takeru Kishimoto 84'
Takeru Kishimoto 84'
88' ↓ K. Noborizato ↑H. Okuda
↓ R. Yamashita ↑R. Handa 88'
↓ R. Hatsuse ↑G. Nawata 88'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Cerezo Osaka
Goalkeepers
Kim Jin-Hyeon 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
D. Cools 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
S. Hatanaka
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
H. Tanaka 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
K. Noborizato 
NPC
88
Minutes
88
Minutes
8%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Midfielders
S. Tanaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Kida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
S. Homma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
M. Nakajima 
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Thiago Andrade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
S. Sakuragawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
BENCH
K. Nakamura 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
H. Okuda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Kagawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Yokoyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Sakata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Ishiwatari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Yoshino 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
1
Tackles
M. Shibayama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Yengi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gamba Osaka
Goalkeepers
M. Higashiguchi
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
T. Kishimoto
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.7
Rating
S. Nakatani 
MAGNET
95
Activity
95
Activity
86
Passes
9
Duels
S. Fukuoka
MAGNET
98
Activity
98
Activity
92
Passes
6
Duels
R. Hatsuse 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
59%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
S. Abe
MAGNET
122
Activity
122
Activity
107
Passes
15
Duels
T. Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
R. Yamashita 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.9
Rating
5.9
Rating
4
Duels Lost
29
Poss Lost
T. Usami
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
R. Meshino 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
H. Minamino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
BENCH
R. Araki
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Handa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Sasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Kurata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Mito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Nawata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Okunuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Jebali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Hummet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/07/2026 | Cerezo Osaka | 0 - 0 (PEN 4-5) | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Yodoko Sakura Stadium |
| 07/05/2025 | Cerezo Osaka | 0 - 1 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Yodoko Sakura Stadium |
| 02/14/2025 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 5 | Cerezo Osaka | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 10/02/2024 | Cerezo Osaka | 1 - 0 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Yodoko Sakura Stadium |
| 05/06/2024 | Gamba Osaka | 1 - 0 | Cerezo Osaka | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 10/28/2023 | Cerezo Osaka | 1 - 0 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Yodoko Sakura Stadium |
02/07/2026
07/05/2025
02/14/2025
10/02/2024
05/06/2024
10/28/2023
Cerezo Osaka Win
Gamba Osaka Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Derby Drama Decided From the Spot
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 37/100. In a breathless Osaka derby marred by two dismissals, Gamba Osaka’s relentless attacking siege finally broke Cerezo’s heroic resistance in a nail-biting penalty shootout to secure vital league points.
Derby Day Tension
The atmosphere inside Yodoko Sakura Stadium crackled with anticipation as the local rivals stepped onto the pitch. The Stakes were towering for this clash, with both sides eyeing crucial positions in the upper echelons of the league table. From the very beginning, Gamba Osaka sought to dictate the rhythm, confidently knocking the ball around and starving their hosts of possession. They ultimately controlled a staggering 77 percent of the ball, forcing Cerezo Osaka to retreat into a compact defensive shape. The sheer Intensity of the early exchanges meant clear-cut chances were difficult to find, but the visitors slowly mounted an attacking siege, registering a massive 19 shots to Cerezo's four as the half progressed.
Seeing Red
The entire complexion of the match shifted dramatically in the 41st minute. Hayato Tanaka was shown a straight red card for violent conduct, leaving Cerezo with a monumental task. Reduced to ten men, the hosts had to dig deep. Motohiko Nakajima was an absolute revelation in adversity, producing two key passes and serving as the lone creative spark for a battered Cerezo outfit. On the other side, Shuto Abe brilliantly orchestrated Gamba's midfield dominance, whilst Shinnosuke Nakatani marshalled a high defensive line to keep the pressure locked on. Gamba's numerical advantage persisted until the 84th minute, when Takeru Kishimoto committed a reckless foul and received his marching orders, levelling the playing field just before the final whistle.
The Shootout Climax
With the Balance of personnel restored but the scoreline remaining stubbornly blank after regulation time, this extraordinary regular-season fixture progressed to a penalty shootout to settle the local pride. The tension was immense as both sets of players stepped up to the spot. Gamba Osaka managed to hold their nerve under intense pressure, sneaking away with a 5-4 victory in the shootout. This dramatic triumph acts as a massive boost for Gamba's ambitions near the top of the table, cementing their spot in third place. Meanwhile, Cerezo must somehow digest a bitterly painful derby defeat, knowing their immense defensive shift ultimately yielded nothing in the face of their bitterest rivals.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Hayato Tanaka impact the match?
His 41st-minute dismissal forced Cerezo to defend deep, allowing Gamba to dictate tempo with 77% possession and launch a relentless attacking siege.
What made Motohiko Nakajima the Man of the Match?
Despite Cerezo's numerical disadvantage, Nakajima excelled as their sole creative outlet, brilliantly delivering two key passes to spark occasional counter-attacks.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Despite two red cards reflecting the fierce rivalry, Gamba maintained impressive technical composure, completing 574 accurate passes at an 86% success rate.
What is the Osaka Derby?
The Osaka Derby is the rivalry between Cerezo Osaka and Gamba Osaka, one of football's most historic and fiercely contested fixtures.
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.
Local Pride Meets Top-Half Ambition in the Osaka Derby
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 19/100. With only three points separating these fierce local rivals, this derby clash will severely test their top-half credentials.
The Setup
On February 07, 2026, Yodoko Sakura Stadium plays host to a fixture where form books go out the window. Cerezo Osaka sit in sixth place, hunting down a Gamba Osaka side sitting just three points above them in third. A modest Stars rating reflects a lack of global marquee names, but the intensity of the Osaka Derby drives up the Stakes immensely. Thiago Andrade will look to spark the hosts into life, while the visitors hope D. Hümmet can provide the cutting edge. Both sides carry a patchy Form rating into the match, trading wins and losses in recent weeks, making the overall Balance of this tie incredibly tough to call.
Key Battle
Expect a gritty contest in the middle of the park. The hosts' midfield engine room will attempt to suffocate the visitors' passing lanes, forcing turnovers to exploit the flanks. Whichever unit dictates the tempo in transitions will control the derby.
Our Prediction
Derbies are famously tight, and we expect a cagey affair. Gamba will likely strike first on the break, but a late surge from Cerezo should force a share of the spoils in a hard-fought 1-1 draw.