J1 League Gameweek 11
Kawasaki Frontale 2 - 1 FT Vissel Kobe
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Futmetrix Verdict
46
FT
Sun, Nov 1
Racing Santander
0-3
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
48
⚖️ Balance
11
🏆 Stakes
49
🎲 Upset
0
Three early blows, one late reprieve denied
Futmetrix Verdict
78
FT
Sun, Nov 1
Ulsan Hyundai FC
2-1
Gangwon FC
⚡ Intensity
64
⚖️ Balance
87
🏆 Stakes
36
🎲 Upset
0
Farias delivers Ulsan's late lift
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ Katsuya Nagato ↑Yuan Iwamoto 45'
HT
52' Asahi Sasaki
59' ↓ Shuto Yamaichi ↑Tatsuya Ito
59' ↓ Yuto Ozeki ↑Yasuto Wakizaka
61' Marcio Augusto da Silva Barbosa (Tatsuya Ito)
67' ↓ Pedro Romano ↑Filip Uremović
↓ Nanasei Iino ↑Jean Patric Lima dos Reis 69'
71' Tatsuya Ito (So Kawahara)
Yuya Osako (Erik Nascimento de Lima) 73'
↓ Yuya Kuwasaki ↑Mitsuki Hidaka 77'
Yoshinori Muto 79'
82' ↓ Derik Lacerda ↑Yu Kobayashi
82' ↓ Reon Yamahara ↑Yuki Yamamoto
↓ Erik Nascimento de Lima ↑Ren Komatsu 86'
87' ↓ Marcio Augusto da Silva Barbosa ↑Kyosuke Mochiyama
90'+3 ↓ Kento Tachibanada ↑Yuto Matsunagane
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Kawasaki Frontale
Goalkeepers
Svend Brodersen 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Reon Yamahara 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Pedro Romano
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Yuichi Maruyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Asahi Sasaki 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
So Kawahara 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.7
Rating
Kento Tachibanada 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
7
Duels Won
100%
Win %
Shuto Yamaichi
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Yuto Ozeki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Marcinho 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.8
Rating
Forwards
Derik Lacerda
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Louis Yamaguchi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yuto Matsunagane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Filip Uremović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryuki Osa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yasuto Wakizaka
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Yuki Yamamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tatsuya Ito 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Yu Kobayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Mochiyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vissel Kobe
Goalkeepers
Shuichi Gonda 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Nanasei Iino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Tetsushi Yamakawa 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Matheus Thuler
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Diego
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Yosuke Ideguchi 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Yuya Kuwasaki
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Erik
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.8
Rating
Forwards
Yoshinori Muto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuya Osako
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Katsuya Nagato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
BENCH
Shota Arai
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Gotoku Sakai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Victor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuan Iwamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kota Watanabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mitsuki Hidaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Goke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean Patrick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ren Komatsu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/21/2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 2 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 04/16/2025 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Noevir Stadium |
| 08/07/2024 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 - 0 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu |
| 06/16/2024 | Vissel Kobe | 1 - 0 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Japan National Stadium |
| 02/17/2024 | Vissel Kobe | 0 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | Super Cup | Japan National Stadium |
| 08/12/2023 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 07/22/2023 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 2 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 10/29/2022 | Kawasaki Frontale | 2 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 05/18/2022 | Vissel Kobe | 0 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 09/29/2021 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
06/21/2025
04/16/2025
08/07/2024
06/16/2024
02/17/2024
08/12/2023
07/22/2023
10/29/2022
05/18/2022
09/29/2021
Kawasaki Frontale Win
Vissel Kobe Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +13
P: 10 GD: +19
P: 10 GD: +15
P: 10 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 10 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 10 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -7
P: 11 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -7
P: 10 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -11
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +20
P: 12 GD: +19
P: 12 GD: +19
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +7
P: 12 GD: +7
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: +4
P: 12 GD: +4
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -10
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -8
P: 12 GD: -10
P: 12 GD: -12
P: 12 GD: -8
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Kawasaki Frontale
Vissel Kobe
Kawasaki Frontale
Vissel Kobe
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Todoroki Theatre: Substitutes Spark Frontale's Crucial Victory
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 50/100. A tactical chess match exploded into life in the final half-hour, proving the immense value of clinical finishing from the bench.
The Early Stalemate
Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu played host to a cagey opening period where neither side could find the decisive final pass. Kawasaki Frontale edged possession with 53% of the ball, carefully probing an organised Vissel Kobe defensive block. The hosts established their rhythm through patient build-up play, circulating the ball meticulously across the backline. However, penetrating the final third proved a difficult puzzle to solve against such well-drilled opposition. Despite an eventual combined tally of 27 shots, the first half remained stubbornly scoreless. The Intensity was palpable as the midfield battle raged, but the lack of cutting edge left supporters waiting for a spark to ignite the contest. As the half wore on, the physical duels multiplied, setting the stage for a dramatic second act.
A Blitz from the Bench
The deadlock shattered in the 61st minute, transforming the match entirely and instantly waking up the home support. Tatsuya Ito turned provider for Marcinho, who emphatically found the back of the net to put the hosts ahead with a clinical finish. The tactical shift from the dugout was paying immediate dividends. Just ten minutes later, the roles were reversed in spirit as Ito doubled the lead, finishing off a sharp, incisive move orchestrated by So Kawahara. This sudden flurry of attacking brilliance severely disrupted the game's Balance, punishing Kobe for a momentary lapse in concentration and rewarding the Frontale manager's inspired changes.
Kobe's Late Rally Falls Short
Staring at a two-goal deficit with time running out, the visitors immediately responded, refusing to wave the white flag. In the 73rd minute, Erik brilliantly set up Yuya Osako, who applied a lethal finish to pull one back and ensure a breathless finale. The momentum shifted once more, forcing the hosts into a deep, resilient defensive shape. However, Frontale managed to absorb the late wave of pressure, standing firm in the dying moments to secure all three points. This hard-fought 2-1 victory propels Kawasaki further up the table, restoring confidence and sending a strong message to their top-half rivals.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Kawasaki Frontale's season?
It secures three vital points against a direct rival, injecting crucial momentum as they push to climb into top-four contention.
How did substitute Marcinho change the game?
He broke a stubborn deadlock with an immediate strike in the 61st minute, fundamentally shifting the momentum in Kawasaki's favour.
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.
Early Top-Four Credentials Face Acid Test
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 85/100. With Vissel Kobe surging up the table and Kawasaki Frontale guaranteeing goals, this clash promises fireworks as early top-four ambitions collide.
The Setup
At Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium, the metrics point to an absolute thriller. A rock-solid Balance rating reflects how evenly matched these sides are, with barely a fraction separating their win probabilities. Kawasaki Frontale are pure entertainment, boasting a staggering 2.6 goals per game at home. However, they face a Vissel Kobe squad riding a fearsome Form wave, having won four of their last five league matches and looking sharp on the road. The Stakes might be building gradually in Round 11, but the gap between fifth and eighth means this is a massive opportunity for both sides to plant their flag in the top-four race.
Key Battle
The attacking Stars on display will dictate terms. Keep a close eye on Marcinho driving down the flank for the hosts. He has been unplayable in flashes, but he faces a stern test against K. Nagato, whose defensive discipline and progressive passing will be crucial in neutralizing the Brazilian's threat.
Our Prediction
We expect a high-scoring draw. Frontale's attacking verve will breach Kobe's backline, but the visitors' away resilience will earn them a 2-2 share of the spoils.