J1 League Gameweek 3
Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1 - 1 FT Kawasaki Frontale
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Goalkeepers
Issei Ouchi 
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15
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36
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Defenders
Tsukasa Shiotani
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15
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15
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36
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46
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Hayato Araki
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15
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36
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Sho Sasaki
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36
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Midfielders
Shuto Nakano 
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2
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2
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0
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1
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Hayao Kawabe
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36
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Yotaro Nakajima
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36
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Shunki Higashi 
PROVIDER
1
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1
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1
Key Passes
6.9
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Masaru Kato 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
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Akito Suzuki
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36
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Sébastien Haller
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BENCH
Keisuke Osako 
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0
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0
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0
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0
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Taichi Yamasaki
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Takaaki Shichi
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Naoto Arai
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Takumu Kawamura
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Taishi Matsumoto
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Daiki Suga
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Shimon Kobayashi
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Shun Ayukawa
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Kawasaki Frontale
Goalkeepers
Svend Brodersen
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36
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Defenders
Reon Yamahara
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2
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2
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0
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0
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Pedro Romano
STORMTROOPER
1
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1
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0
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0
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Hiroto Taniguchi
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15
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36
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Asahi Sasaki
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Midfielders
Kento Tachibanada
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Yuki Yamamoto
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Tatsuya Ito
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Yasuto Wakizaka
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36
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Marcinho
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Forwards
Lazar Romanić
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15
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36
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BENCH
Louis Yamaguchi
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0
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0
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0
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0
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Sota Miura
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Filip Uremović
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Kazuya Konno
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So Kawahara
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Yuto Ozeki
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Ryuki Osa
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Kyosuke Mochiyama
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2026 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 - 1 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 05/30/2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 2 - 1 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima |
| 11/30/2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 05/31/2025 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 - 2 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Hiroshima Big Arch |
| 06/29/2024 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 1 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J1 League | Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu |
| 04/28/2024 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 2 - 2 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima |
| 08/19/2023 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 3 - 2 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | EDION Stadium |
| 06/11/2023 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 09/10/2022 | Kawasaki Frontale | 4 - 0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 03/19/2022 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 0 - 2 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | EDION Stadium |
06/06/2026
05/30/2026
11/30/2025
05/31/2025
06/29/2024
04/28/2024
08/19/2023
06/11/2023
09/10/2022
03/19/2022
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Win
Kawasaki Frontale Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +10
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 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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Sanfrecce Hiroshima
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Futmetrix AI estimate
Kato Strike Settles Tactical Battle at Edion Peace Wing
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 24/100. A single moment of first-half quality proved decisive as the hosts ground out a vital victory to maintain their flawless early-season form.
A Cautious Opening
Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima demanded early entertainment, but the opening exchanges delivered a purely tactical stalemate. The Stakes are already massive in these early-season encounters, and it showed on the pitch. Neither side wanted to blink first. Sanfrecce Hiroshima controlled possession, hoarding 58% of the ball as they methodically probed for gaps in a frustratingly deep defensive line. Kawasaki Frontale, traditionally known for an expansive style, surprisingly parked themselves in a disciplined block. The Intensity barely registered a pulse in the first half-hour. Sideways passing entirely replaced vertical threat. Despite seeing plenty of the ball, the home side simply could not drag the visitors out of their rigid shape. It was a slow burn of a contest, begging for an offensive catalyst to finally light the fuse.
The Solitary Breakthrough
A match this tightly wound desperately needs a spark of individual brilliance. That decisive intervention arrived on 29 minutes. Patient, methodical build-up finally cracked the defensive code when S. Higashi threaded a surgical pass straight through the visiting lines. The ball found Mutsuki Kato, and his pure striking instincts took over immediately. One deft touch, one deadly strike, and the stubborn deadlock was finally broken. That single moment of quality entirely flipped the Balance of the contest. Forced to immediately abandon their conservative shell, Frontale had to aggressively step up the pitch. Visiting goalkeeper Jung Sung-ryong produced a couple of sharp saves to keep the deficit manageable before the break. But the visitors were suddenly chasing a game they had spent thirty minutes trying to suffocate. Kato’s lethal movement punished their passive approach perfectly.
Grinding Out the Result
The second half morphed into a textbook masterclass of defensive grinding from the hosts. Frontale threw more bodies forward in desperation, scraping together six total shots over the ninety minutes, but their lack of a genuine killer instinct was glaring. Key creative figures like Yasuto Wakizaka found themselves completely suffocated whenever they entered the final third. Hiroshima confidently slammed the door shut, expertly managing the game's tempo and committing a remarkably low three fouls all match. A slender one-goal lead always keeps the Upset Factor firmly in play, but the home backline never looked genuinely rattled under pressure. The final whistle cemented a massive three points. Hiroshima remain utterly flawless, pushing hard into the early Champions League qualification picture. For Frontale, another toothless attacking display leaves them languishing near the bottom, searching desperately for tactical solutions.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Sanfrecce Hiroshima's season?
This gritty 1-0 win maintains their perfect start, keeping them near the top of the table and strengthening their early bid for AFC Champions League qualification.
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 Relegation Six-Pointer Looms Large
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 50/100. With survival instincts already kicking in, this fixture represents a vital opportunity to pull away from the relegation quagmire before the season's narrative takes hold.
The Setup
Taking place at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima, this August 22 clash carries massive Stakes despite being so early in the campaign. The unforgiving nature of the J1 League means every dropped point is a step closer to the drop zone. Sanfrecce Hiroshima boast an impeccable Form rating after a flawless opening win, showing an immediate readiness for the grueling months ahead. Meanwhile, Kawasaki Frontale enter the pitch desperate to jumpstart their season after a tepid opening draw left them vulnerable. A modest Balance score hints that the hosts firmly hold the cards, but the looming threat of a prolonged relegation battle means both sides are operating under immense psychological pressure. The sheer caliber of Stars taking the field is high, yet this contest will undoubtedly be decided by raw determination rather than technical showcase.
Key Battle
Forget individual accolades; this matchup will be dictated by a gritty tactical war in the trenches. Expect a fierce unit-versus-unit battle as the dynamic home midfield attempts to unpick a deeply entrenched away defensive line. The visitors must maintain relentless structural discipline to survive the initial wave of pressure. If the away defense fractures early, the floodgates will inevitably open. Conversely, if they hold firm, frustration could creep into the home side's possession play.
Our Prediction
The hosts will systematically dominate possession and force the visitors into a desperate low block. Expect the home side to dictate the tempo, utilizing aggressive overloads on the flanks to stretch a weary backline. We anticipate a controlled 2-0 victory for Sanfrecce Hiroshima, breaking down the opposition methodically before closing the game out with professional game management.