J1 League Regular Season - 2
Kashima 1 - 0 FT Yokohama F. Marinos
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Jeisson Quiñónes 19'
HT
↓ K. Watanabe ↑T. Kida 55'
↓ D. Tono ↑J. Amano 56'
62' Kei Chinen
69' ↓ K. Chinen ↑G. Shibasaki
69' ↓ Elber ↑A. Cavric
↓ T. Kondo ↑R. Miyaichi 76'
76' Leo Ceara (R. Ogawa)
82' ↓ R. Koike ↑H. Matsumoto
↓ K. Sekitomi ↑Tevis 83'
↓ K. Tanimura ↑D. David 83'
89' ↓ Y. Suzuki ↑S. Mizoguchi
89' ↓ R. Araki ↑H. Hayashu
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Kashima
Goalkeepers
T. Hayakawa 
MAGNET
52
Activity
52
Activity
51
Passes
1
Duels
Defenders
R. Koike 
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
N. Ueda 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Kim Tae-Hyeon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Ogawa 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
35%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
R. Araki 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
24%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
K. Chinen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Y. Higuchi
MAGNET
68
Activity
68
Activity
59
Passes
9
Duels
Elber
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
BENCH
Y. Kajikawa 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
I. Sekigawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Matsumoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Mizoguchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Shibasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Funabashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Hayashu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Cavric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Tokuda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yokohama F. Marinos
Goalkeepers
R. Kimura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
R. Kato 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
J. Quinones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Tsunoda
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
K. Sekitomi
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Midfielders
R. Yamane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Watanabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
T. Kondo
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
D. Tono 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
J. Croux
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Forwards
K. Tanimura 
GHOST
9
Actions
9
Actions
83
Minutes
6.3
Rating
BENCH
Y. Tsuboi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Suwama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Kida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Amano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Onaiwu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tevis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Miyaichi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. David
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuri Araujo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/14/2026 | Kashima | 1 - 0 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Mercari Stadium |
| 12/06/2025 | Kashima | 2 - 1 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Mercari Stadium |
| 05/25/2025 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 3 - 1 | Kashima | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 07/14/2024 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 4 - 1 | Kashima | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 06/01/2024 | Kashima | 3 - 2 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Japan National Stadium |
| 09/24/2023 | Kashima | 1 - 2 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Kashima Soccer Stadium |
| 03/18/2023 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 2 - 1 | Kashima | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 07/30/2022 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 2 - 0 | Kashima | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 04/10/2022 | Kashima | 0 - 3 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Kashima Soccer Stadium |
| 08/28/2021 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 0 - 2 | Kashima | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
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12/06/2025
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09/24/2023
03/18/2023
07/30/2022
04/10/2022
08/28/2021
Kashima Win
Yokohama F. Marinos Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Strike Keeps Kashima's Title Push Alive
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 12/100. A tense, low-event battle at Mercari Stadium saw Kashima snatch three vital points, highlighting their ruthless efficiency against a wasteful Yokohama side.
Early Chess Match
Kashima dominated possession from the opening whistle, pinning Yokohama F. Marinos deep in their own half. Despite holding 64% of the ball, the hosts struggled to convert their territorial advantage into clear-cut chances. The Intensity of the opening phase was defined by a midfield stalemate rather than end-to-end action. Yokohama sat deep, absorbing pressure and looking to spring traps on the counter. Their transitional play was incredibly dangerous, generating an impressive expected goals tally of 1.12 by repeatedly bypassing the press. However, Kashima’s backline, anchored by a commanding display from Naomichi Ueda, ensured that the visitors' 10 total shots yielded no immediate reward.
Ceará Breaks the Deadlock
For 75 minutes, the Balance of the match teetered on a knife-edge. Yokohama’s set-piece pressure—yielding 11 total corners throughout the contest—tested the hosts repeatedly, but they lacked the killer instinct to capitalize on their chances in front of goal. The pivotal moment finally arrived in the 76th minute. A sudden injection of pace shattered Yokohama’s defensive block, allowing R. Ogawa to slide a precise ball into the path of Léo Ceará. The clinical Brazilian striker made no mistake, burying the match's only goal to alter the scoreboard. It was a masterclass in efficiency from a side that produced just 0.39 xG overall.
Securing the Fortress
With the lead secured, the Stakes for Kashima's title ambitions came sharply into focus. They locked down the game with veteran game management, stifling any hopes of a dramatic comeback. When Yokohama did manage to breach the defensive lines in the dying moments, Tomoki Hayakawa stood tall, producing two magnificent saves to earn his man-of-the-match honors. The result cements Kashima's grip on second place in the J1 League, keeping their championship dreams firmly intact. For Yokohama, it’s another frustrating chapter in a stuttering season, walking away empty-handed despite creating the better quality chances.
Key Questions
Who scored the decisive goal for Kashima?
Léo Ceará scored the only goal of the match in the 76th minute, finishing an assist from R. Ogawa.
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.
Mercari Stadium Beckons For A Title Race Defining Clash
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 54/100. Kashima's title credentials face a fascinating test against a visiting side desperate to salvage their stalling league campaign.
The Setup
On February 14, 2026, the J1 League title race runs squarely through Mercari Stadium as second-placed Kashima host a struggling Yokohama F. Marinos. The hosts sit on 23 points, meaning the Stakes are massive as they hunt down the top spot. Their home ground has been an absolute fortress, boasting a flawless five wins from five matches. This relentless streak translates to an impressive Form rating that signals danger for any visiting side.
Conversely, Yokohama F. Marinos are languishing in ninth place with just 9 points, suffering an inconsistent run of results. While this chasm in the table creates a relatively low Balance rating, the attacking firepower on display ensures an undeniably strong Stars rating. With talents like Léo Ceará and Y. Suzuki ready to impact the game, the individual quality on the pitch remains exceptionally high.
Key Battle
The decisive confrontation will unfold between Kashima's aggressive, high-pressing midfield engine and the Yokohama F. Marinos backline. The visitors' defensive unit must find a way to absorb intense early pressure and securely transition the ball, or risk being completely suffocated by the home side's relentless attacking waves.
Our Prediction
Kashima to win 3-1. We expect the hosts to dictate the tempo right from the kickoff, suffocating the away side with structured high pressure. While Yokohama F. Marinos might snatch a goal on the counter, the sheer momentum of Kashima's home fortress will ultimately overwhelm the visitors' fragile defense.