AFC Champions League League Phase East - 2
Johor Darul Takzim FC 0 - 0 FT Machida Zelvia
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
30' Afiq Fazail
HT
↓ A. Masuyama ↑K. Hayashi 46'
↓ S. Fujio ↑M. Duke 46'
65' ↓ Bergson ↑Jairo
↓ K. Sento ↑H. Shimoda 70'
↓ Na Sang-Ho ↑T. Nishimura 70'
73' ↓ N. Mendez ↑N. Insa
73' ↓ J. Silva ↑A. Teto
↓ H. Mochizuki ↑Oh Se-Hun 84'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Johor Darul Takzim FC
Defenders
Antonio Cristian 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
E. Israfilov 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
J. Silva 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Midfielders
S. Hazmi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Aiman 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Parra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Mendez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
A. Fazail
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Arribas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
A. Zubiaurre 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Park
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Lowry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Corbin-Ong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Faiz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Insa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Teto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Hidalgo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jairo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Bermejo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Saad
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Cuesta
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Machida Zelvia
Goalkeepers
K. Tani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
I. Dresevic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Shoji
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Nakayama
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
82%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
H. Mochizuki
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
H. Mae
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Sento
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
A. Masuyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
Na Sang-Ho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Y. Soma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Fujio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Y. Arai
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
T. Morita
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Hayashi 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
14%
Pass Acc
T. Imai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Shimoda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Shirasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Duke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Nishimura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Numata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oh Se-Hun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -3
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -8
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Sultan Ibrahim Stalemate: Shot Barrage Meets Goalkeeping Wall
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 11/100. A relentless display of goalkeeping brilliance ensured that neither side could break the deadlock despite a combined 24 attempts on goal in this AFC Champions League encounter.
The Territorial Tussle
The atmosphere at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium was electric as Johor Darul Takzim FC sought to leverage their home advantage against the J-League high-flyers. From the opening sequence, the hosts edged possession with 54%, looking to carve through a disciplined Machida Zelvia shape. Despite the tactical control exerted by the JDT midfield, the Japanese visitors remained a constant threat on the counter, utilizing their 46% possession to launch direct vertical transitions. An Intensity rating of 1.7 reflects the high-tempo nature of the opening phase, where both teams prioritised quick ball movement over cautious buildup. The Malaysian side managed to direct 4 shots on target early on, testing the reflexes of the opposition keeper, but the breakthrough remained elusive in a highly contested midfield battle.
The Goalkeeping Masterclass
As the match progressed into the second half, the nature of the contest shifted from a tactical chess match into a frantic end-to-end spectacle. A Balance score of 1.0 perfectly encapsulates how evenly these two sides matched each other across the pitch. A combined total of 24 shots turned the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium into a shooting gallery, yet the scoreline remained stubbornly blank. The defining narrative of the night was undoubtedly the heroic shot-stopping; between them, the goalkeepers recorded 9 saves, several of which were of the highest caliber. Machida Zelvia created two big chances that seemed destined for the back of the net, but the JDT custodian stood firm, denying the visitors a precious away victory and keeping the home fans on the edge of their seats.
Pressure Without a Prize
The final fifteen minutes saw a desperate surge from both camps, particularly through set-piece situations. Set-piece pressure reached a boiling point with a total of 15 corners awarded during the match, 9 of which were earned by the relentless crossing of the Machida outfit. Despite the Stakes rating of 1.0 signifying the importance of this continental fixture, neither side could find the clinical edge required to snatch all three points. For Johor Darul Takzim FC, this draw moves them to 9 points after 7 matches, while Machida Zelvia maintains their strong position in second place with 15 points. The lack of an Upset Factor, rated at 0.0, confirms that while the result was a draw, it reflected a fair parity between two well-drilled AFC Champions League competitors.
Key Questions
Why did the match end 0-0 despite so many shots?
Exceptional goalkeeping was the difference, with 9 total saves preventing 24 attempted shots from finding the back of the net.
Who controlled the possession at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium?
Johor Darul Takzim FC edged possession with 54%, though Machida Zelvia created more big chances with their 46% share.
How does this result affect the league standings?
Machida Zelvia remains in 2nd place with 15 points, while Johor Darul Takzim FC sits in 7th with 9 points.
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.
A Tactical Chess Match in Johor
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 48/100. This clash represents a critical fork in the road for two sides desperate to solidify their standing above the top-24 playoff line in the AFC Champions League.
The Setup
As the league phase intensifies, Machida Zelvia arrives at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium carrying the reputation of away specialists, boasting a 75% win rate on their travels this season. However, Johor Darul Takzim FC presents a formidable barrier; their defensive Form has been exemplary at home, conceding a mere 0.3 goals per game. With the Stakes rated at 7.0, the atmosphere mirrors a knockout tie where the mantra is simple: survive and advance. The Balance of the match suggests a low-scoring affair, as both managers prioritize structure over expansive risk-taking.
Key Battle
The game will be won or lost in the transition between midfield and defense. JDT's creative hub, featuring João Figueiredo and Nacho Méndez, faces the daunting task of dismantling a Machida backline anchored by the resilient I. Drešević. If Y. Soma can find space behind the JDT full-backs on the counter, the visitors may snatch the initiative, but the home side's discipline remains their greatest asset.
Our Prediction
A 1-1 draw is the most likely outcome. Machida Zelvia will likely strike first through a clinical counter-attack, but JDT’s persistence at home should see them claw back an equalizer late in the second half. Both sides lack the Stars rating to produce a moment of individual magic to break the deadlock, leading to a tactical stalemate that keeps both in the hunt for direct qualification.