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Futmetrix Verdict
93
Plzen
vs
Union St. Gilloise
Thu, Sep 17 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
4
⚖️ Balance
100
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
A gritty start to European nights.
Futmetrix Verdict
56
OFI
vs
1899 Hoffenheim
Thu, Sep 17 • 16:45 UTC
⚡ Form
7
⚖️ Balance
54
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
Hoffenheim huge favorites in Crete trip.
Futmetrix Verdict
59
Real Betis
vs
Getafe
Thu, Sep 17 • 17:00 UTC
⚡ Form
43
⚖️ Balance
67
🏆 Stakes
33
⭐ Stars
70
Getafe's survival instincts face Betis test.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Danilo 17'
Yuma Suzuki 20'
Tatsuki Seko 42'
↓ Hiiro Komori ↑Ado Onaiwu 45'
45' ↓ Haruki Hayashi ↑Yuta Matsumura
↓ Atsushi Inagaki ↑Shuta Sasa 45'
HT
↓ Ryoma Watanabe ↑Matheus Sávio 60'
63' ↓ Aleksandar Čavrić ↑Kyosuke Tagawa
64' ↓ Matheus Bueno ↑Gaku Shibasaki
↓ Tatsuki Seko ↑Eiichi Katayama 68'
68' ↓ Kyosuke Tagawa ↑Minato Yoshida
Kenta Nemoto 70'
80' ↓ Kento Misao ↑Rikuto Hirose
↓ Takuro Kaneko ↑Harumi Minamino 80'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Kashima
Goalkeepers
Tomoki Hayakawa 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Keisuke Tsukui 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Naomichi Ueda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Tae-Hyeon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryoya Ogawa 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
28%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Aleksandar Čavrić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Kento Misao
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Matheus Bueno
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
H. Hayashu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Forwards
Léo Ceará
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuma Suzuki 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
0
Fouls
6
Rating
BENCH
Taiki Yamada 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kaito Chida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rikuto Hirose
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryuta Koike
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Motosuna
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Matsumura 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Gaku Shibasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Minato Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kyosuke Tagawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
68
Entry
Urawa
Goalkeepers
Shusaku Nishikawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Danilo Boza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Miyamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kenta Nemoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kotaro Hayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Tatsuki Seko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Takuro Kaneko
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
H. Ueki 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Ryoma Watanabe
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Atsushi Inagaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Forwards
Hiiro Komori
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
BENCH
Koki Fukui
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Eiichi Katayama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Sávio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kota Mizunuma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yoichi Naganuma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shuta Sasa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaito Yasui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harumi Minamino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ado Onaiwu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2026 | Kashima | 1 - 0 | Urawa | J1 League | Mercari Stadium |
| 02/28/2026 | Urawa | 2 - 3 | Kashima | J1 League | Saitama Stadium |
| 09/20/2025 | Urawa | 0 - 1 | Kashima | J1 League | Saitama Stadium |
| 03/16/2025 | Kashima | 1 - 1 | Urawa | J1 League | Mercari Stadium |
| 08/17/2024 | Kashima | 0 - 0 | Urawa | J1 League | Kashima Soccer Stadium |
| 06/22/2024 | Urawa | 2 - 2 | Kashima | J1 League | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
| 10/28/2023 | Kashima | 0 - 0 | Urawa | J1 League | Kashima Soccer Stadium |
| 06/04/2023 | Urawa | 0 - 0 | Kashima | J1 League | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
| 09/03/2022 | Kashima | 2 - 2 | Urawa | J1 League | Kashima Soccer Stadium |
| 05/21/2022 | Urawa | 1 - 1 | Kashima | J1 League | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
Kashima Win
Urawa Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +11
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +9
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -10
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
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Kashima
Urawa
Kashima
Urawa
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Classic Rivalry Stunner at Mercari Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. Urawa flipped the script in this fiercely contested derby, capitalizing on a crucial error to dent Kashima’s title ambitions.
A Frantic Start
The Intensity was off the charts from the opening whistle at Mercari Stadium as these bitter rivals clashed. Kashima controlled possession and sought to impose their will early on, eager to close the single-point gap to the league leaders. However, Urawa refused to be intimidated, matching the hosts' physical approach stride for stride. The match quickly evolved into a tense tactical battle, with both sides committing tactical fouls to disrupt any early offensive rhythm.
The Decisive Moment
The critical turning point arrived just 20 minutes in, shifting the Balance entirely. A moment of misfortune struck when Yuma Suzuki inadvertently sent the ball into his own net, gifting the visitors an unexpected lead. Rather than sitting back entirely, Urawa utilized relentless set-piece pressure, accumulating eight corner kicks to keep the home defense scrambling. This early setback completely altered the complexion of the match, forcing Kashima to chase the game against a well-drilled opponent.
Defending the Lead
Desperation set in for the hosts during the second half. Kashima turned the pitch into a shooting gallery, attempting 17 shots overall, but lacked clinical precision in the final third. Urawa's rearguard worked tirelessly to relieve pressure, ensuring they held onto their slender advantage through the final whistle. The monumental Upset Factor became reality as the visitors celebrated an unlikely three points. Given the immense Stakes in the race for ACL qualification, this frustrating defeat leaves Kashima to rue missed opportunities on home soil.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Kashima's season?
This defeat is a missed opportunity to climb the table, keeping them trailing the league leaders by a single point in the ACL qualification race.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Yes, the frantic pace and high foul count disrupted rhythm, ultimately leading to an unfortunate own goal deciding this closely contested match.
What is the Classic Rivalry?
The Classic Rivalry is the rivalry between Kashima and Urawa, 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.
Derby Day Drama Highlights Contrasting Fortunes
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 69/100. Local pride collides with early-season realities as a high-flying Kashima look to punish their struggling fierce rivals.
The Setup
As we head into this September 06, 2026 clash at Mercari Stadium, the J1 League narrative could not be more polarized. Kashima are tearing through the division with a perfect four-win streak, sitting comfortably in second place. Their staggering offensive output reflects a Form rating that signals absolute danger for the visitors. While early-season standings haven't fully settled, the hosts have already proven their title credentials. On the flip side, Urawa have stumbled disastrously into 17th place, suffering three defeats in four outings and conceding heavily across the pitch. Despite the obvious gulf in current momentum and an understandably modest Balance rating, the off-the-charts Stakes metric confirms that form goes completely out the window when local bragging rights are on the line. Modest Stars ratings highlight a hardworking collective, but individual attacking quality still shines through.
Key Battle
Kashima's ruthless attack relies heavily on Léo Ceará, whose ability to find the back of the net has been devastating this campaign. He faces a direct tactical challenge against Urawa's T. Kaneko. If Kaneko cannot orchestrate transitional play and alleviate the relentless pressure from Kashima's forward line, the hosts will thoroughly dominate the final third.
Our Prediction
We expect Kashima to secure a convincing 3-1 victory. Urawa's leaky defense—having already shipped 13 goals this season—simply cannot contain Kashima's current offensive firepower. The hosts will press high from the first whistle, forcing early defensive errors to put this grudge match to bed long before the end.