J1 League Regular Season - 9
Kawasaki Frontale 3 - 2 FT Urawa
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
K. Nemoto (Matheus Savio) 2'
Kenta Nemoto 8'
9' Danilo Boza
↓ Danilo Boza ↑H. Ueki 15'
33' Marcinho
43' Yasuto Wakizaka
45'+4 Erison
HT
Takuro Kaneko 49'
T. Kaneko (A. Onaiwu) 56'
69' ↓ Erison ↑L. Romanic
69' ↓ Marcinho ↑T. Miyagi
76' ↓ T. Ito ↑S. Kanda
77' L. Romanic (Y. Yamamoto)
↓ K. Yasui ↑H. Abe 81'
↓ T. Kaneko ↑R. Hidano 81'
Kai Shibato 86'
89' ↓ Y. Yamamoto ↑S. Kawahara
↓ Matheus Savio ↑S. Nakajima 89'
↓ A. Onaiwu ↑I. Kiese 89'
90' S. Kawahara
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Kawasaki Frontale
Goalkeepers
S. Brodersen 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
R. Yamahara 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Matsunagane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Maruyama 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
2
Interceptions
1
Tackles
S. Miura 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
K. Tachibanada 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Y. Yamamoto 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
5
Duels Won
71%
Win %
T. Ito
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Y. Wakizaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcinho
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Erison
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
BENCH
L. Thebault-Yamaguchi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Kamihashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Hayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Kawahara 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
K. Yui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Myogan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Romanic 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
T. Miyagi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Kanda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Urawa
Goalkeepers
S. Nishikawa
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
T. Sekine
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Danilo Boza 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
0
Fouls
5.5
Rating
K. Nemoto 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Y. Naganuma 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
21%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
K. Yasui
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
K. Shibato 
MAGNET
68
Activity
68
Activity
58
Passes
10
Duels
T. Kaneko
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
R. Watanabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Savio
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
16%
Pass Acc
Forwards
A. Onaiwu 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7
Rating
BENCH
A. Niekawa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
H. Ishihara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Ogiwara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Nakajima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Ueki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Abe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Kiese
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Hidano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/05/2026 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 - 2 | Urawa | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 12/06/2025 | Urawa | 4 - 0 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Saitama Stadium |
| 09/07/2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 - 2 (AET) | Urawa | J-League Cup | Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu |
| 09/03/2025 | Urawa | 1 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J-League Cup | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
| 05/21/2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 2 - 2 | Urawa | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 11/22/2024 | Urawa | 1 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
| 05/03/2024 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 - 1 | Urawa | J1 League | Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu |
| 06/24/2023 | Urawa | 1 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
| 05/24/2023 | Urawa | 2 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J-League Cup | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
| 04/23/2023 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 1 | Urawa | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
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Kawasaki Frontale Win
Urawa Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Kawasaki Frontale's Super-Subs Break Urawa Hearts in 3-2 Thriller
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 89/100. Our verdict is that Kawasaki Frontale’s breathless 3-2 comeback victory showcased a relentless attacking spirit, climaxing in a dramatic stoppage-time winner that reshapes the upper echelons of the J1 League table.
Opening Act
From the outset at Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium, the Intensity was absolutely relentless. Urawa struck early, with Kenta Nemoto capitalizing on a brilliant feed from Matheus Savio in just the second minute. A lengthy VAR review ultimately confirmed the goal, setting a frenetic tempo for the afternoon. Kawasaki Frontale responded almost immediately, benefiting from a chaotic sequence that saw Danilo Boza find the back of the net to restore parity by the 9th minute. The match quickly evolved into an end-to-end spectacle. A massive moment of controversy hit in the 33rd minute when Marcinho thought he had won a penalty for the hosts, but VAR intervened to overturn the decision, keeping the Balance perfectly poised heading into the break.
The Pivot
The second half maintained the chaotic rhythm, defined by tight margins and further video interventions. Urawa thought they had regained the lead in the 49th minute through T. Kaneko, only for VAR to rule it out. However, Kaneko would not be denied, striking legitimately just seven minutes later via an A. Onaiwu assist to put the visitors up 2-1. Forced to chase the game, Kawasaki adjusted their tactical approach, edging possession to 53%. The turning point arrived directly from the dugout. Substitute L. Romanic entered the fray and instantly changed the dynamic, latching onto a precise pass from Y. Yamamoto in the 77th minute to level the score once again and set up a grandstand finish.
Resolution
With the clock ticking down, the Stakes were unmistakably high for a Kawasaki side hunting the top three. The hosts ramped up the pressure, tallying 14 total shots and dominating the late exchanges with seven corner kicks. In the 90th minute, that sustained pressure finally cracked Urawa's fragile defense. Another super-sub, S. Kawahara, emerged as the ultimate hero, burying a dramatic winner to seal the 3-2 comeback. Urawa’s misery continues with another defeat, despite committing 20 fouls in a desperate attempt to disrupt the play. Kawasaki Frontale climbs to 14 points, cementing their position as genuine contenders in this gripping J1 League campaign.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR confirmed Nemoto's early opener but later denied a penalty for Kawasaki's Marcinho and ruled out a potential Urawa goal from Kaneko, fueling the chaotic tempo.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
Relentless attacking intent and substitute heroics defined the clash. Both sides traded blows with high shot volumes, culminating in two decisive goals from Kawasaki's bench.
Did Kawasaki Frontale deserve the late equalizer?
Yes. Their sustained pressure, edging possession to 53%, combined with strategic substitutions like Romanic and Kawahara, eventually overwhelmed Urawa's fatigued defense in the dying moments.
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.
Top-Four Ambitions Collide in a Goal-Heavy Showdown
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. With both sides showcasing notoriously leaky defensive records alongside genuine top-four aspirations, this clash at Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium guarantees chaotic, high-octane penalty-box action.
The Setup
Kawasaki Frontale and Urawa lock horns on April 05, 2026, showcasing an off-the-charts Balance rating that promises a nail-biting encounter. Urawa are desperately searching for answers to halt a disastrous four-match losing streak, resulting in a highly fragile Form evaluation. However, Kawasaki Frontale offer plenty of encouragement for the visitors. The hosts are bleeding goals at an alarming rate, conceding an average of nearly three per game in recent outings. Despite a modest Stakes metric so early in the calendar, the underlying top-four implications are absolutely massive. Eighth-placed Urawa sit just three points behind their fourth-placed rivals; a victory away from home changes the entire complexion of their league campaign. High Stars ratings across both squads ensure that offensive firepower will dictate the narrative over tactical defensive solidity.
Key Battle
The personal duel between Erison and Matheus Sávio will dictate the tempo and ultimately the result here. Erison is leading the line ruthlessly for the hosts, demanding constant attention from opposition centre-backs. On the flip side, Sávio’s undeniable creative spark represents Urawa’s most dangerous route to exposing Kawasaki's incredibly porous backline.
Our Prediction
We expect a thrilling 2-2 draw. Neither defensive unit can be trusted to keep a clean sheet right now. Urawa’s absolute desperation to stop the rot will force an open, expansive, and end-to-end game that ultimately shares the points in dramatic fashion.