J1 League Gameweek 5
JEF United Chiba 2 - 1 FT Kashiwa Reysol
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43
Coventry
vs
Newcastle
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⚡ Form
47
⚖️ Balance
95
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
72
Coventry's survival bid meets Newcastle's inconsistency.
Futmetrix Verdict
83
Al-Wasl FC
vs
Al-Ahli Jeddah
Mon, Oct 12 • 16:00 UTC
⚡ Form
31
⚖️ Balance
82
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
66
Early AFC Champions League Elite test.
Futmetrix Verdict
45
Atalanta
vs
Venezia
Mon, Oct 12 • 16:30 UTC
⚡ Form
51
⚖️ Balance
60
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
64
Desperate Venezia seek lifeline against Atalanta.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
23' ↓ Carlinhos Junior ↑Z. Issaka
HT
48' T. Tsukui (Eduardo)
61' D. Ishikawa
↓ Y. Komi ↑K. Yuruki 62'
↓ H. Yamauchi ↑Y. Segawa 62'
↓ Y. Kakita ↑M. Hosoya 62'
↓ D. Sugioka ↑H. Mitsumaru 63'
↓ Y. Konishi ↑S. Toshima 65'
77' ↓ M. Himeno ↑Y. Kobayashi
77' ↓ Eduardo ↑T. Amagasa
77' ↓ M. Hidaka ↑Y. Igari
84' ↓ T. Tsukui ↑H. Goya
T. Kubo 88'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
JEF United Chiba
Goalkeepers
Tomoya Wakahara 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Issei Takahashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryota Kuboniwa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takashi Kawano 
SWEEPER
7
Cleanups
7
Cleanups
6
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Masaru Hidaka 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
16%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Takumi Tsukui 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Dudu 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Takayuki Mae
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Himeno
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Forwards
Daichi Ishikawa 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
6.9
Rating
Carlinhos Júnior
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
23
Entry
BENCH
Ryota Suzuki 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Daisuke Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yusuke Kobayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takuya Yasui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Igari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zain Issaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Taiki Amagasa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hiroto Goya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kashiwa Reysol
Goalkeepers
Ryosuke Kojima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Wataru Harada 
MAGNET
82
Activity
82
Activity
71
Passes
11
Duels
Taiyo Koga
MAGNET
102
Activity
102
Activity
97
Passes
5
Duels
Daiki Sugioka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Midfielders
Tojiro Kubo 
CLUTCH HERO
88
Goal Time
88
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
Yudai Konishi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Nobuteru Nakagawa
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
65%
Pass Acc
Yota Komi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Forwards
Yoshio Koizumi
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
47%
Pass Acc
Hinata Yamauchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Yuki Kakita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
BENCH
Kengo Nagai
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Seiya Baba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hiromu Mitsumaru 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Y. Yamanouchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Koya Yuruki
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
10%
Pass Acc
Yusuke Segawa
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Sachiro Toshima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hayato Nakama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mao Hosoya
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2026 | JEF United Chiba | 2 - 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Fukuda Denshi Arena |
| 01/31/2026 | Kashiwa Reysol | 2 - 1 | JEF United Chiba | Friendlies Clubs | |
| 02/09/2025 | JEF United Chiba | 0 - 3 | Kashiwa Reysol | Friendlies Clubs | Fukuda Denshi Arena |
| 02/18/2024 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 - 2 | JEF United Chiba | Friendlies Clubs | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium |
| 10/20/2019 | JEF United Chiba | 0 - 3 | Kashiwa Reysol | J2 League | Fukuda Denshi Arena (Chiba) |
| 06/22/2019 | Kashiwa Reysol | 2 - 0 | JEF United Chiba | J2 League | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium (Kashiwa) |
| 08/20/2014 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 - 1 (PEN 11-12) | JEF United Chiba | Emperor Cup | Kashiwa Hitachi Stadium |
03/07/2026
01/31/2026
02/09/2025
02/18/2024
10/20/2019
06/22/2019
08/20/2014
JEF United Chiba Win
Kashiwa Reysol Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -6
P: 5 GD: -9
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
JEF United Chiba
Kashiwa Reysol
JEF United Chiba
Kashiwa Reysol
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Clinical Chiba Punish Profligate Reysol in Tactical Chess Match
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 39/100. Despite surrendering massive chunks of possession, JEF United Chiba executed a ruthless smash-and-grab to secure vital points against their mid-table rivals.
The Opening Act
The script at Fukuda Denshi Arena seemed written for the visitors early on. Kashiwa Reysol dominated possession, keeping the ball for long stretches and setting up camp in the opposition half. A high Intensity rating reflects the story of a one-sided barrage, as the away side unleashed chance after chance, accumulating a massive shot count. They orchestrated intricate passing sequences, compiling over six hundred passes while searching for a breakthrough. Yet, despite their relentless pressure and significant statistical advantage, they found themselves deeply frustrated by a resolute defensive block. The home goalkeeper was forced into crucial heroics, producing a string of essential saves to keep the scores level before the break, absorbing the pressure and expertly setting the stage for a classic counter-attacking masterclass.
The Pivot
The turning point arrived shortly after the restart, completely flipping the match narrative on its head. Against the general run of play, JEF United Chiba showcased a devastating cutting edge that their opponents sorely lacked. In the 48th minute, Eduardo carved open the high defensive line, perfectly feeding T. Tsukui who clinically slotted home to break the deadlock. The stands at Fukuda Denshi Arena erupted in disbelief and joy. Before the visitors could properly reorganize and recover from the sudden shock, the hosts ruthlessly doubled their advantage. Just past the hour mark, D. Ishikawa found the back of the net in the 61st minute. It was a brutal lesson in penalty-box efficiency, maximizing their fleeting moments in the final third with lethal precision.
Resolution
Staring at a daunting two-goal deficit, the away side immediately pushed forward with newfound desperation. Wataru Harada delivered an outstanding performance throughout the afternoon, constantly orchestrating waves of attacks to break down the resilient home defence. Their relentless persistence finally paid off when T. Kubo grabbed a late lifeline in the 88th minute. The overall Balance of the match shifted dramatically during these dying moments as Reysol poured every available man forward in a frantic search for an equalizer. However, the clock was their ultimate enemy. Chiba held firm, bravely absorbing the final desperate blows to claim a crucial 2-1 victory that will undoubtedly sting for a visiting side that dominated the ball but entirely forgot their shooting boots.
Key Questions
Who scored the opening goal for JEF United Chiba?
T. Tsukui opened the scoring in the 48th minute, finishing off an assist from Eduardo.
Who was the standout performer for Kashiwa Reysol?
Wataru Harada delivered an outstanding performance on the pitch despite his team's eventual defeat.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Derby Day Drama Promises Goals Galore
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 45/100. Two defensively vulnerable sides collide in a J1 League encounter where local pride far outweighs their current mid-table standings.
The Setup
Marching into Fukuda Denshi Arena, 10th-placed JEF United Chiba face a fierce local test against 7th-placed Kashiwa Reysol. While the modest Stakes reflect early-season realities, this local grudge match carries immediate weight. Both backlines are leaking heavily—conceding a combined 3.5 goals per game. The hosts enter as massive betting favorites, resulting in a low Balance rating, but a dire Form streak of consecutive defeats suggests deep vulnerabilities that Kashiwa can readily exploit.
Key Battle
The clash between Daisuke Suzuki and Yusuke Segawa takes center stage. Suzuki’s veteran instincts anchoring the home defense will be ruthlessly tested by Segawa, whose high Stars rating underscores his clinical movement and immediate threat in the final third.
Our Prediction
Expect a chaotic, open game dictated by defensive errors rather than midfield control. JEF United should leverage their home crowd to edge out a thrilling shootout. We anticipate a 3-2 victory for the hosts.