J1 League Regular Season - 16
Shimizu S-pulse 1 - 1 PEN 4-3 Avispa Fukuoka
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
K. Okuno 53'
56' ↓ R. Ohata ↑K. Matsuzaki
56' ↓ A. Ahmedov ↑Oh Se-Hun
M. Shigemi 63'
68' ↓ Y. Honda ↑Y. Yoshida
S. Usui (M. Shigemi) 70'
75' Oh Se-Hun (K. Matsuzaki)
↓ Y. Maejima ↑K. Yamawaki 83'
↓ K. Fujimoto ↑D. Miya 83'
86' ↓ T. Takahashi ↑K. Chiba
87' Y. Yoshida
S. Nago 87'
89' K. Chiba
↓ S. Nago ↑S. Sato 90'+2
↓ S. Usui ↑A. Sani Brown 90'+2
↓ M. Shigemi ↑Y. Kitajima 90'+2
Y. Tsujioka 120'+1
120'+1 Oh Se-Hun
Y. Kitajima 120'+2
120'+2 Matheus Bueno
K. Okuno 120'+3
120'+3 M. Brunetti
M. Tashiro 120'+4
120'+4 K. Chiba
T. Kamijima 120'+5
120'+5 Z. Uno
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Shimizu S-pulse
Goalkeepers
Yuya Oki 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
60%
Duel Win %
Yuki Honda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Mateus Brunetti 
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
7.2
Rating
Midfielders
Kengo Kitazume
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zento Uno
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
7.3
Rating
Matheus Bueno
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7
Rating
Rinsei Ohata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Forwards
Yudai Shimamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toshiki Takahashi 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
9%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Ahmed Ahmedov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
BENCH
Sodai Hasukawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yutaka Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Haruto Hidaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kai Matsuzaki 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
43
Minutes
6.3
Rating
Kazuki Kozuka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Masaki Yumiba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oh Se-Hun
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
7.3
Rating
Kanta Chiba
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.5
Rating
Avispa Fukuoka
Goalkeepers
Kazuki Fujita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Kamijima Takumi
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
7.3
Rating
Tashiro Masaya
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.2
Rating
Yuma Tsujioka
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
7.2
Rating
Midfielders
Maejima Yota
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
83
Entry
Kohei Okuno
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.2
Rating
Keiya Shiihashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kazuki Fujimoto
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
83
Entry
Forwards
Masato Shigemi 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Shintaro Nago
NPC
92
Minutes
92
Minutes
12%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Shosei Usui 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Powell Obinna Obi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Daiki Miya 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Kaoru Yamawaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Moon-Hyeon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kazuki Fukushima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuji Kitajima
CLUTCH HERO
120
Goal Time
120
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
0
Rating
Yutaka Michiwaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdel Hanan Sani Brown
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sonosuke Sato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 - 1 (PEN 4-5) | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 08/23/2025 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 0 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 04/20/2025 | Shimizu S-pulse | 3 - 1 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 09/17/2022 | Avispa Fukuoka | 3 - 2 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 06/18/2022 | Shimizu S-pulse | 3 - 1 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 10/02/2021 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 - 2 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 03/06/2021 | Shimizu S-pulse | 2 - 2 | Avispa Fukuoka | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 08/14/2019 | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 - 0 | Avispa Fukuoka | Emperor Cup | Level-5 Stadium |
03/18/2026
08/23/2025
04/20/2025
09/17/2022
06/18/2022
10/02/2021
03/06/2021
08/14/2019
Shimizu S-pulse Win
Avispa Fukuoka Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Spot-Kick Drama Seals Crucial Points at Nihondaira
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. A grueling tactical battle at IAI Stadium Nihondaira culminated in absolute shootout theatre, as Shimizu S-pulse secured vital league momentum from the spot.
Opening Act
The early phases were defined by a rigid, uncompromising midfield struggle. Shimizu S-pulse controlled possession with 57 percent of the ball, methodically building from the back, but found it incredibly difficult to breach a stubborn Avispa Fukuoka defensive block. The sheer Intensity of the pressing meant genuine chances were scarce, as both sides clearly prioritised their defensive shape over reckless attacking endeavours. With only a handful of shots finding the target during the opening hour, the hosts probed patiently while Fukuoka waited to spring on the counter-attack. The tight defensive coordination left the expectant Nihondaira crowd gripped by a tense, highly tactical, and completely scoreless first half.
The Pivot
The tactical deadlock was finally shattered in the 70th minute. S. Usui finished off a sharp, incisive sequence initiated by M. Shigemi, putting the visitors ahead and dramatically shifting the Balance of the contest. Fukuoka looked poised to frustrate the home crowd and snatch the points, but their lead was incredibly short-lived. Just five minutes later, substitute Oh Se-Hun made an immediate, undeniable impact. Converting a vital, pinpoint pass from K. Matsuzaki, the striker levelled the score at 1-1. This rapid and clinical response revived the hosts' spirits and ensured that the league points would ultimately be decided by the absolute finest of margins.
Resolution
With nothing separating the sides at the final whistle, this intense league fixture remarkably required a penalty shootout to distribute the points. The Stakes were enormous for Shimizu's top-five ambitions and their desperate desire to snap a difficult losing streak. Both teams traded successful kicks from the spot, including a confident opener from Y. Tsujioka, before the mounting pressure finally took its toll. M. Tashiro missed a critical penalty for Fukuoka, opening the door for Z. Uno to step up to the mark. Uno delivered the decisive strike with incredible composure, ensuring Shimizu won the shootout 4-3 and secured a vital boost to their league campaign.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by Y. Tsujioka the turning point?
Y. Tsujioka actually scored his penalty; the true turning point was M. Tashiro's miss, which allowed Shimizu to clinch the shootout victory.
How dramatic was the late winner by Y. Tsujioka?
Tsujioka did not score a late winner. He converted a shootout penalty, but Z. Uno ultimately struck the decisive winning kick for Shimizu.
How did substitute Y. Tsujioka change the game?
While Tsujioka converted his shootout penalty, it was actually Shimizu's substitute Oh Se-Hun who changed the game by scoring the crucial 75th-minute equalizer.
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.
No Draws Allowed in Mid-Table Duel
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. With neither side recording a single stalemate this season, this clash guarantees an all-or-nothing approach as both teams fight to bridge the gap to the top five.
The Setup
IAI Stadium Nihondaira sets the stage for a compelling J1 League fixture, as 6th-place Shimizu S-pulse host 9th-place Avispa Fukuoka. Both sides arrive with highly inconsistent records, resulting in a modest Form rating that belies their true potential. However, a razor-thin Balance score points to a genuinely unpredictable 90 minutes. Separated by just two points in the standings, the Stakes are straightforward: win, and you climb closer to the leading pack; lose, and you risk dropping into the bottom half.
Key Battle
The match will likely be decided by which attack can exploit the other's defensive frailties. Shimizu's Se-hun Oh brings undeniable Stars quality to the final third, finding the net with ruthless efficiency. Fukuoka will counter that threat by unleashing Shosei Usui, challenging the home side's backline to maintain their focus for the full match.
Our Prediction
Given the complete absence of draws in either team's season log, we anticipate an aggressive, open contest. Shimizu S-pulse's home advantage should help them edge a thriller. We expect a narrow 2-1 victory for the hosts as they outgun Fukuoka late in the second half.