J1 League Gameweek 11
Machida Zelvia 0 - 3 FT FC Tokyo
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⚡ Form
47
⚖️ Balance
95
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
72
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Futmetrix Verdict
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vs
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⚡ Form
31
⚖️ Balance
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🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
66
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Futmetrix Verdict
45
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vs
Venezia
Mon, Oct 12 • 16:30 UTC
⚡ Form
51
⚖️ Balance
60
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
64
Desperate Venezia seek lifeline against Atalanta.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
23' Gen Shoji
K. Endo (K. Sato) 32'
HT
46' ↓ H. Mochizuki ↑N. Lavi
46' ↓ S. Fujio ↑T. Yengi
Kento Hashimoto 56'
↓ T. Nakagawa ↑Marcelo Ryan 61'
K. Sato 64'
71' ↓ K. Sento ↑Na Sang-Ho
71' ↓ K. Hayashi ↑K. Kuwayama
Kein Sato 75'
K. Sato 77'
↓ S. Muroya ↑K. Koizumi 79'
↓ K. Endo ↑L. Nozawa 79'
↓ F. Yamada ↑D. C. Otani 79'
↓ K. Sato ↑Y. Sugawara 87'
90' ↓ H. Nakamura ↑A. Masuyama
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Machida Zelvia
Goalkeepers
Kosei Tani 
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Henry Heroki Mochizuki 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Gen Shoji 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Ibrahim Drešević 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
89%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Hotaka Nakamura 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
26%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
Ryohei Shirasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Nakayama 
MAGNET
75
Activity
75
Activity
68
Passes
7
Duels
Kotaro Hayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Forwards
Keiya Sento
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Yuki Soma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shota Fujio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Tatsuya Morita 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kim Min-Tae
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daihachi Okamura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Asahi Masuyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Neta Lavi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hiroyuki Mae
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Na Sang-ho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kanji Kuwayama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tete Yengi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
FC Tokyo
Goalkeepers
H. Tanaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Sei Muroya
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Alexander Scholz
MAGNET
90
Activity
90
Activity
86
Passes
4
Duels
Hayato Inamura
MAGNET
104
Activity
104
Activity
98
Passes
6
Duels
Kento Hashimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Fuki Yamada
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Kento Hashimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kyota Tokiwa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keita Endo 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Kein Sato 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Teruhito Nakagawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
BENCH
M. Kobayashi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yasuki Kimoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kashif Bangnagande
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Omori
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kei Koizumi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Sugawara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. C. Otani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcelo Ryan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leon Nozawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/05/2026 | FC Tokyo | 0 - 0 (PEN 2-4) | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 04/01/2026 | Machida Zelvia | 0 - 3 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | Machida GION Stadium |
| 11/16/2025 | Machida Zelvia | 2 - 0 (AET) | FC Tokyo | Emperor Cup | Machida GION Stadium |
| 11/09/2025 | Machida Zelvia | 0 - 1 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | New National Stadium |
| 02/22/2025 | FC Tokyo | 0 - 1 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 11/09/2024 | Machida Zelvia | 3 - 0 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | Japan National Stadium |
| 04/21/2024 | FC Tokyo | 1 - 2 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
04/05/2026
04/01/2026
11/16/2025
11/09/2025
02/22/2025
11/09/2024
04/21/2024
Machida Zelvia Win
FC Tokyo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +12
P: 11 GD: +14
P: 11 GD: +12
P: 9 GD: +11
P: 11 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 10 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 10 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -7
P: 9 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: -7
P: 10 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: -7
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -6
P: 10 GD: -8
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FC Tokyo
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Capital Masterclass: Tokyo Seize Control in J1 Summit Clash
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 42/100. FC Tokyo ruthlessly dismantled their title rivals away from home to cement their place at the summit of the J1 League.
Early Edge
The highly anticipated Stakes at Machida Stadium were palpable as the J1 League's top three collided with first place on the line. The hosts tried to dictate the tempo early on, eager to thrill the home fans by firing off eight total shots across the match. However, FC Tokyo absorbed the early pressure with clinical poise and tactical discipline. The visitors successfully edged possession with 54 percent, slowly turning the screw on their opponents in midfield. The decisive breakthrough finally arrived in the 32nd minute when K. Endo found the back of the net to silence the stadium. The sublime attacking setup came courtesy of K. Sato, whose incredible vision instantly shifted the momentum. Despite Machida Zelvia fighting valiantly to respond, the capital club stood firmly resolute, setting the sturdy foundation for a dominant away performance.
Sato's Masterclass
As the second half unfolded, the tactical Balance of the match completely tilted toward the traveling visitors. Any lingering hopes of a spirited home comeback were ruthlessly shattered by the sheer attacking brilliance of Sato. In the 64th minute, the dynamic forward doubled the lead, showcasing a lethal finishing touch that left the defense stranded. The on-pitch Intensity flared up dramatically when a crucial VAR review was called in the 75th minute after a controversial challenge in the penalty area. The escalating drama culminated in a confirmed penalty decision in favor of the visitors. Unfazed by the pressure, Sato confidently stepped up two minutes later to convert from the spot, comprehensively sealing his brace and ending the contest. His unplayable attacking masterclass effectively silenced the stunned home crowd and broke Machida's resistance.
Title Race Statement
This 3-0 demolition is a massive structural result in the ongoing title race, putting immediate daylight between the two fierce contenders. Tokyo's organized defense proved just as crucial as their lethal attack; goalkeeper Hayate Tanaka recorded three vital saves to carefully preserve the hard-fought clean sheet. Meanwhile, Hayato Inamura delivered a flawless defensive clinic to earn top honours at the back. For Machida, failing to convert any of their five promising shots inside the box highlights a deeply concerning missing cutting edge. The Upset Factor might have pointed toward a tight home victory pre-match, but Tokyo's ruthless efficiency completely rewrote the script. They head back to the capital with a tightened grip on first place and a powerful psychological advantage over the rest of the chasing pack.
Key Questions
Who was the standout performer in this match?
Kein Sato delivered an attacking masterclass for FC Tokyo, securing a brilliant brace and providing an assist to dominate the match.
What was the decisive turning point?
A VAR review in the 75th minute confirmed a penalty, allowing K. Sato to score his second goal and put the game completely out of reach.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Title Race Ignites in Top-Three Showdown
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. With just a single point separating these two title contenders, this clash could define the trajectory of the entire J1 League season.
The Setup
The pressure is palpable as league leaders FC Tokyo visit third-placed Machida Zelvia at Machida Stadium. Both sides boast formidable Form ratings, with the hosts winning four of their last five and the visitors sitting pretty at the summit. A massive Stakes rating reflects the true gravity of this six-pointer, while the incredible Balance between the two squads suggests a razor-thin margin for error where the slightest tactical misstep will be heavily punished.
Key Battle
Expect fireworks down the flank as Machida's Yuki Soma takes on FC Tokyo's Rio Omori. Soma has been the creative spark for the hosts, bringing exceptional Stars quality to their final third. Omori's ability to lock down his side of the pitch and neutralize that wide threat will dictate whether the visitors leave with their league lead intact.
Our Prediction
We anticipate a tense 1-1 draw. The visitors will look to control the early tempo, but Machida will exploit rapid transitions to snatch a point and keep the championship race wide open.