J1 League Gameweek 7
Machida Zelvia 1 - 1 FT Yokohama F. Marinos
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Futmetrix Verdict
84
FT
Wed, Sep 16
Omonia Nicosia
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Celta Vigo
⚡ Form
1
⚖️ Balance
76
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
Futmetrix Verdict
93
Plzen
vs
Union St. Gilloise
Thu, Sep 17 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
4
⚖️ Balance
100
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
A gritty start to European nights.
Futmetrix Verdict
31
FT
Wed, Sep 16
AC Milan
0-2
Benfica
⚡ Intensity
32
⚖️ Balance
28
🏆 Stakes
0
🎲 Upset
60
Benfica silence San Siro with clinical display
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Kaina Tanimura (Kosuke Matsumura) 12'
20' Hotaka Nakamura
Kaina Tanimura 32'
45' ↓ Hotaka Nakamura ↑Min-Tae Kim
45' ↓ Takuma Nishimura ↑Tete Yengi
45'+4 Ryohei Shirasaki
HT
↓ Ryotaro Tsunoda ↑Toichi Suzuki 51'
↓ Kosuke Matsumura ↑Shin Miidera 65'
Tomoki Kondo 67'
72' Takahiro Akimoto
73' ↓ Ryohei Shirasaki ↑Hokuto Shimoda
73' ↓ Ryuho Kikuchi ↑Yusuke Matsuo
↓ Ryo Miyaichi ↑Takuya Kida 79'
↓ Kaina Tanimura ↑Rio Nitta 79'
81' Takahiro Akimoto
↓ Kei Chinen ↑Takuto Kimura 81'
84' ↓ Hiroyuki Mae ↑Ibrahim Drešević
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Machida Zelvia
Goalkeepers
Kosei Tani 
MAGNET
52
Activity
52
Activity
52
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Henry Heroki Mochizuki 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Ryuho Kikuchi 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Gen Shoji
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Hotaka Nakamura 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Ryohei Shirasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
Hiroyuki Mae
MAGNET
67
Activity
67
Activity
60
Passes
7
Duels
Takahiro Akimoto 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
3
Fouls
6.1
Rating
Takuma Nishimura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Yuki Soma 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Koki Ogawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Tatsuya Morita 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ibrahim Drešević
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Min-Tae
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Neta Lavi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Asahi Masuyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yusuke Matsuo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keiya Sento
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hokuto Shimoda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tete Yengi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yokohama F. Marinos
Goalkeepers
Hiroki Iikura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Taisei Inoue
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jeison Quiñónes
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Kosei Suwama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryotaro Tsunoda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
51
Total Mins
51
Entry
Midfielders
Kei Chinen 
ENFORCER
6
Tackles
6
Tackles
10
Duels Won
77%
Win %
Riku Yamane
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Tomoki Kondo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kosuke Matsumura 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.5
Rating
Ryo Miyaichi
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Forwards
Kaina Tanimura 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Park Il-Gyu
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Kanta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toichi Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
39
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Miidera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takuto Kimura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takuya Kida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Nitta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jordy Croux
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hiroto Asada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2026 | Machida Zelvia | 2 - 0 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Machida GION Stadium |
| 02/06/2026 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 2 - 3 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 08/23/2025 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 0 - 0 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 05/31/2025 | Machida Zelvia | 0 - 3 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Machida GION Stadium |
| 07/20/2024 | Machida Zelvia | 1 - 2 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Japan National Stadium |
| 06/15/2024 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 - 3 | Machida Zelvia | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 07/12/2023 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 - 4 | Machida Zelvia | Emperor Cup | Machida Gion Stadium |
05/06/2026
02/06/2026
08/23/2025
05/31/2025
07/20/2024
06/15/2024
07/12/2023
Machida Zelvia Win
Yokohama F. Marinos Win
Draw
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: +4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: -3
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
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
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
10-Man Machida Zelvia Snatch Late Point to Preserve Unbeaten Run
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 71/100. A chaotic clash at Machida GION Stadium proved exactly why the league leaders remain undefeated, showcasing pure resilience when the odds were stacked entirely against them.
Opening Act
Yokohama F. Marinos arrived with bad intentions, entirely unbothered by the hosts' formidable top-of-the-table status. The visitors struck first in the 12th minute when Kosuke Matsumura unlocked the defence to feed Kaina Tanimura. The striker made no mistake, finishing clinically to silence the home crowd and shifting the Balance of the contest immediately. Machida Zelvia responded by seizing controlled possession with 55% of the ball, turning the game into a physical battle. A flurry of set-piece pressure yielded 11 total corners across the match, turning the penalty area into a war zone, but clear chances were at a premium for the league leaders early on against a resolute away block.
The Pivot
The Intensity flared up as the first half wore on. Yokohama thought they had doubled their advantage in the 32nd minute through Tanimura again, but a dramatic VAR intervention chalked off the goal. That vital lifeline kept the hosts breathing. However, the true test of character arrived much later. In the 81st minute, Takahiro Akimoto saw red, leaving Machida a man down while still chasing the game. For most teams, that spells the end of the road. For a side determined to lead the title race, it simply raised the Stakes. The tactical chessboard shifted violently as the hosts pushed forward with reckless abandon, daring the visitors to hit them on the counter.
Resolution
That late gamble paid out spectacularly. Just three minutes after the dismissal, Henry Heroki Mochizuki found the back of the net to level the score at 1-1, sending the stadium into absolute delirium. That 84th-minute strike salvaged a crucial point and protected a commanding undefeated streak. The visitors will rue their missed opportunity to climb higher than mid-table, knowing they let a golden scalp slip through their fingers. Our take? This is the exact kind of gritty, back-against-the-wall result that defines champions. The leaders remain firmly entrenched in the AFC Champions League zone, leaving their challengers wondering what it will actually take to beat them.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Takahiro Akimoto impact the match?
Despite being reduced to 10 men in the 81st minute, the dismissal paradoxically sparked Machida into life, leading directly to their dramatic 84th-minute equaliser.
How did VAR change this match?
VAR cancelled a 32nd-minute goal by Kaina Tanimura that would have put Yokohama 2-0 up, keeping Machida firmly in the contest.
What does this mean for Machida Zelvia's season?
The resilient draw keeps them unbeaten at the top of the table with 16 points, demonstrating the grit required for a sustained title charge.
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.
Machida Zelvia's Title Resolve Faces a Stern Test
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 98/100. The unstoppable league leaders aim to cement their dominance, but an unpredictable Yokohama side arrives ready to spoil the party.
The Setup
This September 12, 2026 clash at Machida GION Stadium carries massive implications for the early J1 League title race. Machida Zelvia sit proudly at the summit with a dazzling unbeaten Form that has left their rivals chasing shadows. Boasting 18 goals in just six matches, the hosts look every bit the championship favorites. Meanwhile, Yokohama F. Marinos linger in mid-table obscurity in 11th place. Their modest Balance reflects an erratic start to the campaign, though the Stakes remain high as they attempt to ignite their season with a statement victory against the league's standout team.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on Machida's dynamic attacker Y. Soma as he looks to slice through the visitors' lines. He will be up against Yokohama's K. Tanimura, who must quickly transition the ball to counter the relentless home press. The clash of these highly rated Stars will dictate the tempo and ultimately decide who seizes control in the final third.
Our Prediction
We expect a comfortable home victory, likely 3-1. Machida Zelvia's attacking firepower is simply too overwhelming right now. Expect the hosts to score early, forcing Yokohama F. Marinos to open up and leaving ample space for a late counter-attack to seal the three points.