J1 League Gameweek 3
Fagiano Okayama 0 - 0 FT Tokyo Verdy
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
R. Inoue 42'
HT
S. Mizoguchi 56'
↓ J. Yamamoto ↑Y. Matsuhashi 56'
60' ↓ T. Yamane ↑N. Browne
61' ↓ Lucao ↑Leo Gaucho
64' H. Omori
↓ H. Hirao ↑G. Yamada 65'
↓ Y. Fukuda ↑I. Kumatoriya 65'
67' ↓ Na Sang-Ho ↑K. Ichimi
77' ↓ A. Esaka ↑Kamiya Yuta
77' ↓ K. Shirai ↑S. Mori
↓ K. Miyahara ↑K. Suzuki 86'
↓ I. Someno ↑R. Shirai 86'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Fagiano Okayama
Goalkeepers
Lennart Moser 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
82
Minutes
Defenders
Hiroshi Omori 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yugo Tatsuta 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Yoshitake Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Kosuke Shirai
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Oberdan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eiji Miyamoto
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Towa Yamane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Forwards
Na Sang-ho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Ataru Esaka
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Lucao 
STORMTROOPER
5
Shots
5
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Shun Matsuda
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Daichi Tagami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soichiro Mori
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Haruka Motoyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Kenshin Browne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jun Nishikawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Kamiya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Léo Gaúcho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kazunari Ichimi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tokyo Verdy
Goalkeepers
Matheus Vidotto
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Kazuya Miyahara 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Naoki Hayashi
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Ryota Inoue
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Yosuke Uchida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rei Hirakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joi Yamamoto 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
0
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Shuhei Mizoguchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Ghaith Al Mhairat
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Yuya Fukuda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Itsuki Someno
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
16
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Yuya Nagasawa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kaito Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuan Matsuhashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Arai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soma Meshino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Goki Yamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Issei Kumatoriya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryosuke Shirai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soma Kanda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/20/2025 | Tokyo Verdy | 4 - 2 | Fagiano Okayama | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 04/29/2025 | Fagiano Okayama | 0 - 1 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | City Light Stadium |
| 08/26/2023 | Tokyo Verdy | 2 - 3 | Fagiano Okayama | J2 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 06/11/2023 | Fagiano Okayama | 1 - 2 | Tokyo Verdy | J2 League | City Light Stadium |
| 10/23/2022 | Tokyo Verdy | 2 - 0 | Fagiano Okayama | J2 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 05/01/2022 | Fagiano Okayama | 2 - 1 | Tokyo Verdy | J2 League | City Light Stadium |
| 10/09/2021 | Tokyo Verdy | 1 - 2 | Fagiano Okayama | J2 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 06/16/2021 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 1 | Fagiano Okayama | Emperor Cup | Ajinomoto Field Nishigaoka |
| 06/05/2021 | Fagiano Okayama | 0 - 1 | Tokyo Verdy | J2 League | City Light Stadium |
| 10/11/2020 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 1 | Fagiano Okayama | J2 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
09/20/2025
04/29/2025
08/26/2023
06/11/2023
10/23/2022
05/01/2022
10/09/2021
06/16/2021
06/05/2021
10/11/2020
Fagiano Okayama Win
Tokyo Verdy Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +10
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Fagiano Okayama
Tokyo Verdy
Fagiano Okayama
Tokyo Verdy
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Barren Siege at City Light Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 10/100. 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 possession. Controlling 54% of the ball, the hosts patiently built out from the back and sought openings against a deep-lying Tokyo Verdy. The Balance of play heavily tilted towards the home side, who consistently found pockets of space. The visitors, fully aware of the high Stakes given their sluggish start to the J1 League season, opted for a gritty approach. They disrupted the rhythm with cynical fouls, accumulating 14 infringements over the match, setting the stage for a territorial battle.
The Attacking Barrage
As the match progressed, the sheer Intensity of the hosts' attacking siege became impossible to ignore. Fagiano Okayama turned the pitch into a shooting gallery, unleashing a massive 15 shots compared to Verdy’s mere four. Yet, despite eight efforts from inside the box, the home side lacked the killer instinct to break the deadlock. For the visitors, Itsuki Someno delivered an outstanding performance leading the line. While starved of service, Someno's tireless hold-up play and defensive diligence offered his side brief moments of respite from the unrelenting wave of Okayama attacks.
Points Shared
The final whistle brought contrasting emotions, with the low Upset Factor reflecting a match where the underdog stubbornly survived. For Fagiano Okayama, who remain 10th in the table, it is a frustrating missed opportunity; their total control yielded zero goals and highlighted a glaring lack of a clinical edge. Conversely, Tokyo Verdy will view this scoreless draw as a hard-fought triumph. Languishing in 17th place, securing a point away from home under such extreme pressure provides a vital building block. It was a gritty, backs-to-the-wall display that ultimately frustrated a dominant home side.
Key Questions
How many shots did Fagiano Okayama take in the match?
Fagiano Okayama dominated offensively with 15 total shots, but only managed to put two on target in the draw.
Who was named the standout player of the match?
Itsuki Someno of Tokyo Verdy was recognized for his outstanding performance, working tirelessly upfront during the heavy defensive siege.
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.
Early Season Grinding at City Light Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 19/100. Two sluggish sides meet in a match that promises more midfield attrition than attacking brilliance, making it a fixture strictly for the purists.
The Setup
Taking place on August 22, 2026, at City Light Stadium, this J1 League clash carries modest Stakes. With Fagiano Okayama sitting 16th without a point and Tokyo Verdy in 11th on a solitary point, both teams are desperate for a spark. A woeful Form rating tells the story of two attacks lacking fluency and confidence. While the metrics suggest a tight Balance between the sides, this stems from mutual dysfunction rather than high-level tactical parity. A low Stars rating confirms that neutral viewers will find little marquee talent to justify tuning in.
Key Battle
If there is to be a breakthrough, it will likely come through individual opportunism. Noah Kenshin Browne has been the sole bright spot for the hosts, and his ability to exploit spaces will be tested against the creative outlet of Tokyo Verdy's Itsuki Someno. Whoever manages to assert their influence on a disjointed game will likely decide where the points go.
Our Prediction
Expect a gritty 1-1 draw. Okayama will look to leverage home advantage to break the deadlock early, but Verdy's resilience should see them scrape an equalizer in a disjointed second half.