J1 League Regular Season - 14
Gamba Osaka 5 - 0 FT Vissel Kobe
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
22' H. Minamino (R. Hatsuse)
36' G. Miura (S. Nakatani)
Y. Muto 45'+1
HT
↓ R. Komatsu ↑Y. Osako 46'
↓ Y. Goke ↑M. Thuler 46'
52' H. Minamino (R. Hatsuse)
60' ↓ R. Mito ↑T. Suzuki
60' ↓ T. Kishimoto ↑G. Ikegaya
60' ↓ T. Usami ↑K. Okunuki
↓ D. Sasaki ↑K. Hamasaki 66'
↓ Y. Ideguchi ↑Jean Patric 67'
71' ↓ H. Minamino ↑D. Hummet
↓ K. Nagato ↑T. Inui 77'
77' ↓ R. Yamashita ↑J. Nakamura
80' K. Okunuki
82' D. Hummet (R. Meshino)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Gamba Osaka
Goalkeepers
Rui Araki 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Takeru Kishimoto 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Genta Miura 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Shinnosuke Nakatani 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Ryo Hatsuse
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
2
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Shuto Abe 
SWEEPER
7
Cleanups
7
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Rin Mito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Ryoya Yamashita 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Takashi Usami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Ryotaro Meshino 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
Forwards
Harumi Minamino 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.7
Rating
BENCH
Masaaki Higashiguchi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ginjiro Ikegaya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shinya Nakano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tokuma Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kanji Okunuki 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Jiro Nakamura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takato Yamamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shu Kurata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Deniz Hümmet
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Vissel Kobe
Goalkeepers
Daiya Maekawa 
SIEVE
38%
Save %
38%
Save %
5
Conceded
3
Saves
Defenders
Rikuto Hirose
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
Tetsushi Yamakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caetano
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
71%
Pass Acc
Katsuya Nagato
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Midfielders
Yuta Goke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Gotoku Sakai 
MAGNET
66
Activity
66
Activity
60
Passes
6
Duels
Yosuke Ideguchi 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Yoshinori Muto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ren Komatsu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Daiju Sasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
Shuichi Gonda
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Thuler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Boniface Nduka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kento Hamasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuya Kuwasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mitsuki Hidaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takashi Inui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuya Osako
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean Patric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 2 (PEN 3-5) | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Noevir Stadium |
| 11/09/2025 | Gamba Osaka | 1 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 05/17/2025 | Vissel Kobe | 3 - 2 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Noevir Stadium |
| 11/23/2024 | Gamba Osaka | 0 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | Emperor Cup | Japan National Stadium |
| 08/17/2024 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 2 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 06/22/2024 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 12/03/2023 | Gamba Osaka | 0 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 03/04/2023 | Vissel Kobe | 4 - 0 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 09/18/2022 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 1 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 05/08/2022 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 0 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
03/18/2026
11/09/2025
05/17/2025
11/23/2024
08/17/2024
06/22/2024
12/03/2023
03/04/2023
09/18/2022
05/08/2022
Gamba Osaka Win
Vissel Kobe Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Gamba Osaka Demolish League Leaders Vissel Kobe in Suita
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 52/100. Gamba Osaka delivered a brutal counter-attacking masterclass, thrashing the league leaders to blow the title race wide open in historic fashion.
A Deceptive Rhythm
The highly anticipated clash at Panasonic Stadium Suita commenced with a deceptive rhythm that masked the impending chaos. As the J1 League leaders, Vissel Kobe immediately sought to impose their authority, calmly passing the ball around the pitch and ultimately commanding a massive 64% possession. However, that territorial dominance proved entirely sterile against a brilliantly orchestrated defensive blockade. The extremely high Intensity rating reflects just how hard the home side worked out of possession, relentlessly closing down passing lanes and throwing themselves into tackles. Despite stringing together well over 500 passes, the visitors could barely penetrate the final third with any meaningful threat. Instead, it was the hosts who dictated the true tempo of the match, happily conceding the ball while setting devastating traps across the midfield.
The Counter-Attacking Pivot
The tactical dam broke midway through the first half, completely dismantling the perceived Balance of the contest. A lightning-fast transition saw the brilliant H. Minamino draw first blood in the 22nd minute, sending the home crowd into raptures and fundamentally shifting the momentum. Just fourteen minutes later, G. Miura punished further defensive frailties to double the advantage, highlighting the massive Upset Factor lurking within this fixture. Vissel Kobe, stung by the sudden deficit, pushed their lines recklessly high in search of a lifeline, racking up 13 total shots. But they ran straight into a brick wall named Rui Araki. The goalkeeper produced an absolute masterclass between the sticks, logging five monumental saves that utterly broke the league leaders' spirit and preserved a pristine clean sheet against the odds.
A Five-Star Resolution
Any lingering hopes of a miraculous away comeback were permanently extinguished early in the second half when Minamino completed a sensational brace, effectively turning the match into a rout. Yet, Gamba Osaka were far from finished sending their ruthless message to the rest of the division. Recognizing the immense Stakes of this top-of-the-table collision, the manager unleashed fresh legs to terrorize a broken defensive line. Substitutes K. Okunuki and D. Hummet both etched their names onto the scoresheet in the final ten minutes, crowning a perfect tactical execution. This stunning 5-0 demolition completely revitalizes the title race, bringing the victors within striking distance of the summit while leaving Vissel Kobe to search for answers after a historic humbling.
Key Questions
What made Rui Araki the Man of the Match?
Rui Araki was an absolute brick wall, denying Vissel Kobe's potent attack with five crucial saves to secure a brilliant clean sheet.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
Gamba Osaka's ruthless efficiency on the counter-attack dismantled a Vissel Kobe side that dominated possession but left huge gaps at the back.
How did substitute Rui Araki change the game?
While Rui Araki was actually the starting goalkeeper, he dominated with saves. Substitutes K. Okunuki and D. Hummet changed the late game with two rapid-fire goals.
What is the Kansai Derby?
The Kansai Derby is the rivalry between Gamba Osaka and Vissel Kobe, a passionate regional rivalry with deep local significance.
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.
Kansai Derby Explodes into the Title Race
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 97/100. This isn't just another local rivalry; it is a high-stakes title clash that could define the top of the J1 League table.
The Setup
On May 02, 2026, Panasonic Stadium Suita hosts a massive showdown as fourth-placed Gamba Osaka welcome league leaders Vissel Kobe. The away side brings a formidable Form rating into this clash, fueled by a brilliant away record and a four-match winning streak that was only recently snapped. The gap stands at six points, meaning the Stakes are absolutely off the charts for a Gamba side looking to pull themselves firmly into the championship conversation. While the hosts' recent run of results has been incredibly patchy, their home goal threat remains a potent weapon. A massive Balance rating suggests there will be razor-thin margins deciding this fixture.
Key Battle
Ryoya Yamashita up against Takahiro Ogihara is where this game will be won or lost. Yamashita provides the width and creative spark for Gamba, but he must find a way past Ogihara's midfield dominance. Boasting a heavy Stars rating, Ogihara has the engine and recent output to entirely suffocate the home side's rhythm if left unchecked.
Our Prediction
We expect Vissel Kobe to edge this 2-1. Gamba Osaka will absolutely find the net backed by a fierce home crowd, but Kobe's overarching superiority on the road and relentless attacking momentum will see them snatch a late winner.