J1 League Regular Season - 13
Kyoto Sanga 1 - 1 PEN 5-4 Gamba Osaka
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
T. Usami 51'
61' ↓ Gustavo Barreto ↑Rafael Elias
↓ T. Usami ↑H. Minamino 70'
↓ K. Okunuki ↑R. Meshino 70'
73' ↓ T. Hiraoka ↑T. Hirato
73' ↓ T. Matsuda ↑H. Arai
89' H. Arai (Rafael Elias)
90'+2 ↓ S. Yoon ↑T. Yonemoto
90'+2 ↓ K. Sato ↑S. Asada
H. Minamino 90'+4
H. Minamino 120'+1
120'+1 Marco Tulio
R. Meshino 120'+2
120'+2 Joao Pedro
S. Nakatani 120'+3
120'+3 Rafael Elias
D. Hummet 120'+4
120'+4 T. Yonemoto
G. Miura 120'+5
120'+5 S. Asada
R. Yamashita 120'+6
120'+6 T. Hirato
T. Suzuki 120'+7
120'+7 S. Fukuda
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Kyoto Sanga
Goalkeepers
Gakuji Ota 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Shinnosuke Fukuda 
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.9
Rating
Hisashi Appiah Tawiah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yoshinori Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kyo Sato 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
João Pedro
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.5
Rating
Sung-jun Yoon 
NPC
92
Minutes
92
Minutes
30%
Pass Acc
6.7
Rating
Taiyo Hiraoka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
Forwards
Marco Túlio
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.5
Rating
Barreto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Temma Matsuda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
BENCH
Kentaro Kakoi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Shogo Asada
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
0
Rating
Hidehiro Sugai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Haruki Arai
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
Taiki Hirato
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.7
Rating
Takuji Yonemoto
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
0
Rating
Ryuma Nakano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rafael Elias
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.6
Rating
David
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gamba Osaka
Goalkeepers
Rui Araki 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Takeru Kishimoto 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
20
Duels Won
71%
Win %
Genta Miura
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.3
Rating
Shinnosuke Nakatani
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.3
Rating
Shinya Nakano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Tokuma Suzuki
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.2
Rating
Rin Mito
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
9
Duels Won
75%
Win %
Ryoya Yamashita
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.7
Rating
Takashi Usami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Kanji Okunuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Forwards
Deniz Hümmet
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.2
Rating
BENCH
Masaaki Higashiguchi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ryo Hatsuse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ginjiro Ikegaya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shu Kurata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jiro Nakamura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takato Yamamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryotaro Meshino
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.3
Rating
Harumi Minamino
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.5
Rating
Shoji Toyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2026 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 0 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 06/28/2025 | Kyoto Sanga | 3 - 1 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Sanga Stadium by Kyocera |
| 04/29/2025 | Gamba Osaka | 2 - 1 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 09/22/2024 | Kyoto Sanga | 2 - 2 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Sanga Stadium by Kyocera |
| 04/03/2024 | Gamba Osaka | 0 - 0 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 07/08/2023 | Gamba Osaka | 1 - 0 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 05/24/2023 | Gamba Osaka | 0 - 1 | Kyoto Sanga | J-League Cup | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
| 04/15/2023 | Kyoto Sanga | 2 - 1 | Gamba Osaka | J1 League | Sanga Stadium by Kyocera |
| 03/08/2023 | Kyoto Sanga | 1 - 3 | Gamba Osaka | J-League Cup | Sanga Stadium by Kyocera |
| 07/30/2022 | Gamba Osaka | 1 - 1 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League | Panasonic Stadium Suita |
04/04/2026
06/28/2025
04/29/2025
09/22/2024
04/03/2024
07/08/2023
05/24/2023
04/15/2023
03/08/2023
07/30/2022
Kyoto Sanga Win
Gamba Osaka Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Penalty Heartbreak Follows Injury-Time Madness in Kyoto
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 74/100. A breathtaking finish saw Sanga surrender a late lead before holding their nerve in a marathon shootout to topple third-placed Gamba Osaka.
Tactical Chess in Kyoto
The top-five clash kicked off at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera with an incredibly high level of Balance, as both sides practically cancelled each other out for the vast majority of regulation time. Kyoto Sanga edged possession at 52 percent, carefully probing the visitors' resolute defensive lines but continually struggling to find a clinical edge in the final third. Gamba Osaka remained exceptionally compact, comfortably absorbing the home side's pressure and patiently waiting for transition moments. The resulting stalemate produced a gruelling, low-scoring affair where every single midfield tackle and clearance carried immense Stakes in the race for the upper echelon of the league table. Fans were treated to a genuine tactical chess match before the late chaos erupted.
Late Substitutes Ignite Chaos
The match suddenly exploded into life in the dying moments as both managers turned to their benches, dialling up the Intensity to absolute maximum. In the 89th minute, substitute H. Arai finished off a beautifully weighted pass from fellow replacement Rafael Elias to seemingly seal all three points for the jubilant hosts. The stadium erupted, believing the hard-fought tactical battle had finally been won. However, the incredible drama was far from over. Gamba's own super-sub, H. Minamino, responded deep into stoppage time with a phenomenal effort, finding the back of the net in the 94th minute to completely stun the home crowd and inexplicably force a highly unusual league shootout after an exhausting ninety minutes of football.
Shootout Survival
The resulting penalty shootout proved to be a uniquely gruelling test of nerves for everyone involved. After 14 total attempts filled with agonizing misses and spectacular clutch conversions, the Upset Factor reached its absolute peak under the floodlights. Following T. Suzuki's agonizing and crucial miss for the visitors in the tension-filled seventh round, S. Fukuda confidently stepped up to the spot. He flawlessly converted his penalty kick, officially securing a massive 5-4 shootout victory for Kyoto Sanga. This dramatic result significantly tightens the gap at the top of the table, leaving Gamba Osaka to bitterly rue their missed opportunities from twelve yards out after fighting so hard to force the extra period. The home supporters will cherish this unforgettable night of raw emotion.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by Haruki Arai the turning point?
Arai didn't miss a penalty; he scored the 89th-minute opener. The true turning point was actually Suzuki's miss in the penalty shootout for Gamba Osaka.
How dramatic was the late winner by Haruki Arai?
It was intensely dramatic, but it wasn't the winner. His 89th-minute strike was quickly cancelled out by Minamino's 94th-minute equalizer, forcing a shootout.
Did Kyoto Sanga deserve the late equalizer?
Kyoto Sanga actually conceded the late equalizer. Gamba Osaka's Minamino leveled the match in the 94th minute, though Sanga eventually triumphed on penalties.
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 Kansai Showdown
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 89/100. Separated by just two points, this high-stakes battle serves as a definitive litmus test for both clubs' continental aspirations.
The Setup
Taking place at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera on April 29, 2026, this fixture carries massive Stakes for the upper echelons of the J1 League. Fifth-placed Kyoto Sanga host fourth-placed Gamba Osaka in a genuine six-pointer that guarantees entertainment. The visitors boast a potent away Form rating, winning 60% of their matches on the road, but they face a Kyoto side that is ruthlessly efficient at home. With a combined average of nearly four goals per game between these squads, fans should expect a shootout. The overall Balance of this matchup is off the charts, suggesting an exceptionally tight affair where small margins will dictate the outcome.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on a fascinating individual duel as João Pedro looks to outshine Ryoya Yamashita. The Kyoto Sanga playmaker has been bringing real Stars quality to the final third, turning possession into tangible goal contributions. Meanwhile, Yamashita provides Gamba Osaka with crucial width and assist potential on the counter. The team that successfully isolates their respective talisman against an exposed defender will likely seize the momentum.
Our Prediction
We expect a relentless, end-to-end game that plays to both teams' attacking strengths. Gamba Osaka's proficiency on the road makes them dangerous, but Kyoto Sanga's firepower in front of their home support should ultimately prove decisive. Our take is a thrilling 3-2 victory for the home side, allowing Kyoto to leapfrog their rivals into the top four.