J1 League Gameweek 8
Machida Zelvia vs NS Kashiwa Reysol
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Futmetrix Verdict
44
FT
Thu, Sep 17
Beşiktaş
4-1
Marseille
⚡ Intensity
60
⚖️ Balance
68
🏆 Stakes
0
🎲 Upset
0
Beşiktaş turn parity into a rout
Futmetrix Verdict
51
FT
Thu, Sep 17
Real Betis
1-0
Getafe
⚡ Intensity
51
⚖️ Balance
25
🏆 Stakes
33
🎲 Upset
0
Ezzalzouli breakthrough sinks ten-man Getafe.
Futmetrix Verdict
84
Brentford
vs
Chelsea
Fri, Sep 18 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
81
⚖️ Balance
100
🏆 Stakes
56
⭐ Stars
91
London derby with top-four implications.
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/14/2026 | Kashiwa Reysol | 0 - 1 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium |
| 12/06/2025 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 - 0 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium |
| 05/17/2025 | Machida Zelvia | 3 - 0 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Machida GION Stadium |
| 10/19/2024 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 - 1 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium |
| 05/03/2024 | Machida Zelvia | 2 - 0 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Machida Gion Stadium |
| 11/16/2019 | Machida Zelvia | 0 - 3 | Kashiwa Reysol | J2 League | Machida Athletic Stadium (Tokyo) |
03/14/2026
12/06/2025
05/17/2025
10/19/2024
05/03/2024
11/16/2019
Machida Zelvia Win
Kashiwa Reysol Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -6
Match Preview
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Machida Zelvia
Kashiwa Reysol
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Top-of-the-Table J1 League Firecracker
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A true six-pointer unfolds at Machida GION Stadium as the unbeaten league leaders face a dangerous Kashiwa side just two points behind.
The Setup
The Stakes could not be higher for this stage of the season. Machida are flying high at the summit, boasting a flawless unbeaten record. Their Form is phenomenal, scoring seemingly at will. But Kashiwa are lethal on the road, taking three wins from four away trips. An incredibly tight Balance rating reflects how evenly matched these two heavyweights are. With both sides heavily armed in attack, expect an open, chaotic affair.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on Y. Soma and H. Yamauchi. Soma is terrorizing defenses for Machida Zelvia with his direct running. Yamauchi must dictate the tempo and disrupt those attacks for Kashiwa Reysol in the engine room.
Our Prediction
Machida's relentless firepower should just edge it. We expect a narrow 2-1 home victory. Kashiwa will strike on the counter, but the hosts have enough attacking momentum to find a late winner and extend their lead at the top.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Absolutely. It is a massive top-of-the-table clash between two aggressive, high-scoring sides fighting for early dominance.
What's the predicted outcome?
We back a tight 2-1 win for Machida Zelvia, relying on their relentless home momentum to see them through.
Where are Machida Zelvia and Kashiwa Reysol in the league table?
Machida sit in 1st place with 17 points, while Kashiwa are breathing down their necks in 3rd with 15 points.
What is Machida Zelvia's current form?
They are unbeaten with five wins and two draws, scoring a massive 19 goals in just seven matches.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Keep an eye on Y. Soma (Machida Zelvia), who has 1 goals in 1 matches and is averaging an 8.2 rating.
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.