J1 League Regular Season - 16
FC Tokyo 2 - 1 FT Tokyo Verdy
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
21' K. Hashimoto
K. Morita (Y. Matsuhashi) 29'
41' S. Muroya (R. Sato)
HT
↓ I. Kumatoriya ↑Y. Arai 46'
56' K. Endo
↓ Y. Matsuhashi ↑Y. Fukuda 71'
77' ↓ Y. Nagatomo ↑K. Hashimoto
77' ↓ Marcelo Ryan ↑M. Nagakura
79' A. Scholz
86' ↓ R. Sato ↑T. Nakagawa
86' ↓ M. Morishige ↑H. Inamura
↓ K. Morita ↑K. Saito 90'
90'+2 ↓ K. Endo ↑F. Yamada
90'+5 M. Nagakura (K. Sato)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Tokyo
Goalkeepers
Kim Seung-gyu 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Sei Muroya 
TRANSFORMER
1
Goals
1
Goals
2
Aerials Won
1
Tackles
Alexander Scholz 
MAGNET
110
Activity
110
Activity
104
Passes
6
Duels
Masato Morishige
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
80
Passes
17
Duels
Yuto Nagatomo 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Kein Sato 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.5
Rating
Kento Hashimoto
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
57
Passes
4
Duels
Kyota Tokiwa
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
51
Passes
10
Duels
Keita Endo 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Marcelo Ryan 
SNAKEBITTEN
4
On Target
4
On Target
0
Goals
1.2
xG Wasted
Ryunosuke Sato
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
16%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Hayate Tanaka 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Rio Omori
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hayato Inamura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kento Hashimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fuki Yamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takahiro Ko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leon Nozawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Teruhito Nakagawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Motoki Nagakura 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
Tokyo Verdy
Goalkeepers
Yuya Nagasawa
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Kaito Suzuki 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Naoki Hayashi
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
14%
Pass Acc
Inoue Ryota
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Yosuke Uchida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rei Hirakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Koki Morita 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Daiki Fukazawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Yuan Matsuhashi
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
Issei Kumatoriya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Itsuki Someno
MAGNET
55
Activity
55
Activity
29
Passes
26
Duels
BENCH
Matheus Vidotto
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kazuya Miyahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shuto Tanabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Arai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuya Fukuda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kosuke Saito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shion Nakayama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryosuke Shirai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shimon Teranuma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 0 (PEN 4-2) | FC Tokyo | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 09/15/2025 | FC Tokyo | 1 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 04/02/2025 | Tokyo Verdy | 2 - 2 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 08/17/2024 | FC Tokyo | 0 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 04/13/2024 | Tokyo Verdy | 2 - 2 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 07/12/2023 | FC Tokyo | 1 - 1 (AET) | Tokyo Verdy | Emperor Cup | Ajinomoto Stadium |
03/22/2026
09/15/2025
04/02/2025
08/17/2024
04/13/2024
07/12/2023
FC Tokyo Win
Tokyo Verdy Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Nagakura's 90th-Minute Heroics Settle a Thrilling Capital Clash
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 64/100. An explosive top-half encounter defined by relentless attacking pressure, goalkeeping heroics, and a breathless final twist.
The Opening Act
The matchup at Ajinomoto Stadium delivered pure sporting theatre right from the opening exchanges. The visitors, Tokyo Verdy, came out with a highly disciplined counter-attacking game plan, entirely willing to absorb pressure against a heavily favoured, possession-hungry side. The Intensity of this capital clash was absolutely off the charts, as every challenge in midfield carried the heavy weight of local pride and crucial points. Despite the hosts dominating the ball—eventually controlling an impressive 68% of possession—and probing the final third repeatedly, it was the away side who drew first blood. In the 29th minute, a breathtaking transition carved open the defensive line, allowing K. Morita to finish coolly into the back of the net after a perfectly weighted pass from Y. Matsuhashi. The away end erupted in jubilation, stunned that their side had snatched the advantage against the run of play. This opening strike instantly flipped the tactical narrative, forcing the home team to turn their sterile possession into immediate, urgent offensive output.
The Pivot
Falling behind served only to awaken a sleeping giant. The hosts dramatically escalated their attacking barrage, peppering the penalty area and testing the opposition's resolve from every conceivable angle. The Balance of the match shifted entirely as wave after relentless wave of attacks crashed against the visiting defensive block. S. Muroya finally found the crucial equaliser just before the interval in the 41st minute, altering the dressing room team talks completely. However, the true standout narrative of this middle period was Tokyo Verdy's goalkeeper, Yuya Nagasawa. Facing a ferocious 17-shot bombardment throughout the match, the shot-stopper produced five absolutely crucial saves to keep his team firmly in the contest. His remarkable heroics between the posts frustrated the home attackers and turned the second half into a fascinating psychological battle of attacking patience versus extreme defensive stubbornness.
Resolution
As the clock ticked down and tired legs began to show across the pitch, this tactical chess match finally reached its thrilling crescendo. With vital title race Stakes firmly on the line for FC Tokyo as they hunt the top spot, the manager turned to the bench in search of a decisive spark. The gamble paid off in truly spectacular fashion. Substitute M. Nagakura, introduced late in the second half, proved to be the ultimate difference-maker. Deep into the 90th minute, just as a hard-fought draw seemed entirely inevitable, Nagakura latched onto a brilliant delivery from K. Sato and fired home the late winner, shattering Tokyo Verdy's stubborn resistance. This dramatic 2-1 comeback victory not only secures immense local bragging rights but also cements the hosts' formidable second-place standing in the J1 League, keeping their championship ambitions burning bright in a campaign that continues to deliver pure, unadulterated drama.
Key Questions
How dramatic was the late winner by Koki Morita?
Koki Morita actually scored the opening goal in the 29th minute, while Motoki Nagakura netted the dramatic 90th-minute winner for the hosts.
How did FC Tokyo complete the comeback from behind?
After conceding early, S. Muroya equalised before half-time, and substitute M. Nagakura sealed a thrilling 2-1 victory in the 90th minute.
How did substitute Koki Morita change the game?
Koki Morita started and scored the opener. It was actually substitute M. Nagakura who changed the game with his 90th-minute winner.
What is the Tokyo Derby?
The Tokyo Derby is the rivalry between FC Tokyo and Tokyo Verdy, 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.
Bragging Rights and Title Dreams
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 86/100. This Tokyo Derby transcends local rivalry, serving as a pivotal top-of-the-table clash that will heavily influence the destination of the league crown.
The Setup
On May 10, 2026, Ajinomoto Stadium plays host to a heavyweight contest. FC Tokyo sit proudly at the summit of the J1 League with 32 points, but third-placed Tokyo Verdy arrive with serious ambitions of bridging that eight-point gap. The Stakes are absolutely massive for this clash. Both sets of supporters expect fireworks, fueled by a stellar Form rating that highlights each team's four wins in their last five outings. The atmosphere will be electric as Verdy aim to derail their city rivals' title march.
Key Battle
Expect a fierce tactical struggle in the middle of the park. FC Tokyo's high-octane attacking unit faces a stern test against Tokyo Verdy's disciplined midfield structure. The Balance of the match hinges on whether the visitors can disrupt the supply lines to the home side's prolific forwards, or if the league leaders will simply overwhelm them through relentless pressure.
Our Prediction
Our verdict points to a narrow home victory. While Verdy's recent momentum makes them dangerous opponents, FC Tokyo's superior firepower and home advantage should be enough to edge a thrilling 2-1 contest, cementing their status at the top.