J1 League Regular Season - 16
Kashiwa Reysol 1 - 0 FT Kawasaki Frontale
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
↓ R. Osa ↑T. Ito 46'
55' ↓ Y. Kakita ↑M. Hosoya
55' ↓ K. Yuruki ↑Y. Segawa
↓ Erison ↑L. Romanic 64'
70' ↓ W. Harada ↑S. Baba
70' ↓ Y. Konishi ↑R. Harakawa
73' M. Hosoya (S. Baba)
↓ Y. Yamamoto ↑Marcinho 80'
84' ↓ Y. Koizumi ↑H. Nakama
↓ K. Tachibanada ↑S. Kawahara 85'
↓ Y. Maruyama ↑S. Kanda 85'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Kashiwa Reysol
Goalkeepers
Ryosuke Kojima 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Wataru Harada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Taiyo Koga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daiki Sugioka 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
1
Interceptions
0
Tackles
Midfielders
Tojiro Kubo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nobuteru Nakagawa 
MAGNET
81
Activity
81
Activity
75
Passes
6
Duels
Yudai Konishi 
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Hiromu Mitsumaru
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Yoshio Koizumi
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Koya Yuruki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
Yuki Kakita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
BENCH
Kengo Nagai 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Seiya Baba 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
21
Minutes
7.9
Rating
Yosei Yamauchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yusuke Segawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Riki Harakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sachiro Toshima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hayato Nakama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomoaki Okubo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mao Hosoya
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
36
Minutes
6.6
Rating
Kawasaki Frontale
Goalkeepers
Svend Brodersen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Reon Yamahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuto Matsunagane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Asahi Sasaki
MAGNET
104
Activity
104
Activity
97
Passes
7
Duels
Yuichi Maruyama
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Midfielders
Kento Tachibanada
MAGNET
70
Activity
70
Activity
66
Passes
4
Duels
Yuki Yamamoto
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
57
Passes
4
Duels
Ryuki Osa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Yasuto Wakizaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sota Miura 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
32%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Erison
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
BENCH
Louis Yamaguchi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Filip Uremović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hiroto Noda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shunsuke Hayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
So Kawahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tatsuya Ito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lazar Romanić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soma Kanda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/08/2026 | Kawasaki Frontale | 5 - 3 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 10/12/2025 | Kashiwa Reysol | 4 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J-League Cup | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium |
| 10/08/2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 - 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | J-League Cup | Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu |
| 09/28/2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 4 - 4 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 02/22/2025 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium |
| 07/20/2024 | Kashiwa Reysol | 2 - 3 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium |
| 05/25/2024 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu |
| 12/09/2023 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 - 0 (PEN 1-0) | Kashiwa Reysol | Emperor Cup | Japan National Stadium |
| 10/29/2023 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium |
| 05/28/2023 | Kawasaki Frontale | 2 - 0 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
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Kashiwa Reysol Win
Kawasaki Frontale Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Super Subs Salvage Reysol's Season
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 21/100. A brilliantly timed double substitution rescued Kashiwa Reysol from their disastrous losing streak and secured a gritty victory over Kawasaki Frontale.
Opening Act
The Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium witnessed a desperate battle as Kashiwa Reysol fought to snap a horrific five-match losing streak. From the opening exchanges, the hosts established a stubborn defensive block against a Kawasaki Frontale side determined to dominate. The visitors edged possession with 51 percent of the ball and initiated sustained periods of corner pressure, ultimately forcing nine corners of their own. A remarkably high Intensity rating tells the story of a frantic first half, characterised by a flurry of attempts on goal. Between the two sides, a combined 24 shots were unleashed over the ninety minutes, yet a mere six managed to find the target. Kashiwa’s backline had to remain hyper-vigilant, executing crucial blocks to survive the early waves of Kawasaki attacks while waiting patiently for a counter.
The Pivot
With the match locked in a gruelling stalemate, the defining moment arrived via a tactical masterclass from the Kashiwa bench. The Balance of power shifted irreversibly following two incredibly inspired substitutions. Desperate for a focal point in attack, the hosts introduced M. Hosoya in the 55th minute, immediately stretching the opposition's defensive shape. However, the final piece of the puzzle was S. Baba, who stepped onto the pitch in the 70th minute. It took a mere three minutes for this super-sub pairing to dismantle the Kawasaki defence completely. In the 73rd minute, Baba delivered a perfectly weighted assist that split the lines, allowing Hosoya to finish with devastating precision. This sudden lead change electrified the home crowd, proving that patience and perfectly timed managerial interventions can rewrite the script.
Resolution
Falling behind forced Kawasaki Frontale to throw caution to the wind, committing men forward in a desperate search for an equaliser. They continued to pepper the Kashiwa penalty area with crosses and late shots, but the hosts absolutely refused to crumble. Daiki Sugioka delivered a masterful performance in defence, anchoring the backline and neutralising final-third entries with relentless tackling. Further up the pitch, Yoshio Koizumi provided an equally outstanding shift, retaining possession under extreme duress and alleviating the mounting defensive pressure. Kashiwa’s resilient shape forced the visitors into frustration as the clock ticked down. When the final whistle blew, the relief around the stadium was palpable. This gritty 1-0 triumph not only secures a vital three points for the home side but finally halts their disastrous losing run.
Key Questions
How did substitute Seiya Baba change the game?
Entering in the 70th minute, Baba provided an immediate attacking spark, delivering the decisive assist for Hosoya's 73rd-minute winner and breaking the deadlock.
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.
Reysol's Freefall Meets Frontale's Ambition
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. A stark contrast in momentum defines this clash, as Kashiwa desperately seek to arrest a catastrophic slide against a Frontale side eyeing the league's upper echelon.
The Setup
The atmosphere at Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium on May 10, 2026, will be tense. Kashiwa Reysol are enduring a torrid run, dropping five consecutive J1 League matches. Their dismal Form rating highlights a squad devoid of confidence, yet underlying indicators suggest a massive turnaround is overdue. Kawasaki Frontale, sitting comfortably in fifth, bring a mixed recent record but possess genuine quality, notably defensive anchor F. Uremović, who elevates the fixture's modest Stars rating. While the Stakes are moderate for a mid-season affair, the pressure on the hosts is immense. With M. Hosoya needing to fire up top and Y. Wakizaka pulling the strings for the visitors, the tactical landscape remains utterly intriguing.
Key Battle
This contest will be decided by Kashiwa's vulnerable defensive structure trying to contain Kawasaki's dynamic midfield rotations. If the home side's backline cannot maintain their discipline against overlapping runs, Frontale will dictate the tempo. A strong Balance rating suggests this war of attrition will be fiercely competitive, demanding absolute focus from both units.
Our Prediction
Despite the ghastly recent results, a home resurgence is entirely on the cards. We expect Kashiwa Reysol to edge a tight, anxious 2-1 victory, relying on early intensity to disrupt Kawasaki's passing rhythms and finally end their nightmare streak.