J1 League Gameweek 5
Shimizu S-pulse 1 - 1 FT FC Tokyo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
45' ↓ Yuto Tsuji ↑Tomoya Fujii
HT
Soma Anzai (Motoki Nagakura) 50'
53' Kosuke Kinoshita
64' ↓ Ryo Germain ↑Oh Se-hun
Soma Anzai 71'
77' ↓ Kosuke Kinoshita ↑Kazuki Kozuka
↓ Marcelo ↑Kein Sato 77'
↓ Shion Homma ↑Kota Tawaratsumida 77'
↓ Takahiro Ko ↑Kento Hashimoto 86'
89' ↓ Yudai Shimamoto ↑Kanta Chiba
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Shimizu S-pulse
Goalkeepers
T. Umeda 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
H. Sugai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Takahashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Sumiyoshi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Y. Shimamoto 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
R. Germain
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
M. Yumiba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
K. Matsuzaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Kinoshita 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Y. Tsuji
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
45
Entry
BENCH
Y. Oki 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Hasukawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Takagi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Fujii
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Kozuka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Ohata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Capixaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Chiba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oh Se-Hun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
FC Tokyo
Goalkeepers
Kim Seung-Gyu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
H. Ishihara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Scholz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Morishige
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Hashimoto 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
S. Anzai 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8.2
Rating
Kyota Tokiwa
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
T. Ko 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
39%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
S. Homma
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Forwards
M. Nagakura 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
3
Key Passes
7.7
Rating
Marcelo Ryan
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
BENCH
H. Tanaka
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Y. Nagatomo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Muroya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Inamura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Tawaratsumida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Hashimoto
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
F. Yamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Nakagawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Sato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2025 | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 - 1 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 04/29/2025 | FC Tokyo | 0 - 2 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 08/07/2022 | FC Tokyo | 0 - 2 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 05/25/2022 | Shimizu S-pulse | 0 - 3 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 11/03/2021 | FC Tokyo | 4 - 0 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 05/26/2021 | Shimizu S-pulse | 3 - 0 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 10/14/2020 | FC Tokyo | 3 - 1 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 02/23/2020 | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 - 3 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 07/20/2019 | Shimizu S-pulse | 0 - 2 | FC Tokyo | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 04/06/2019 | FC Tokyo | 2 - 1 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
10/04/2025
04/29/2025
08/07/2022
05/25/2022
11/03/2021
05/26/2021
10/14/2020
02/23/2020
07/20/2019
04/06/2019
Shimizu S-pulse Win
FC Tokyo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +11
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +9
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -6
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Machida Zelvia | 6 | 16 | 18 | 5 | +13 | |
| 2 | Kashiwa Reysol | 5 | 12 | 10 | 6 | +4 | |
| 3 | Kashima | 6 | 12 | 13 | 11 | +2 | |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 6 | 11 | 13 | 5 | +8 | |
| 5 | Vissel Kobe | 5 | 10 | 6 | 3 | +3 | |
| 6 | Fagiano Okayama | 6 | 10 | 8 | 7 | +1 | |
| 7 | Mito Hollyhock | 6 | 9 | 11 | 8 | +3 | |
| 8 | Cerezo Osaka | 5 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | |
| 9 | Urawa | 6 | 9 | 12 | 15 | -3 | |
| 10 | FC Tokyo | 5 | 8 | 9 | 8 | +1 | |
| 11 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 0 | |
| 12 | Kawasaki Frontale | 5 | 6 | 9 | 8 | +1 | |
| 13 | Gamba Osaka | 6 | 6 | 8 | 11 | -3 | |
| 14 | Nagoya Grampus | 6 | 6 | 7 | 11 | -4 | |
| 15 | Kyoto Sanga | 5 | 5 | 7 | 9 | -2 | |
| 16 | Avispa Fukuoka | 6 | 4 | 9 | 10 | -1 | |
| 17 | Shimizu S-pulse | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 | -2 | |
| 18 | V-varen Nagasaki | 5 | 4 | 6 | 11 | -5 | |
| 19 | JEF United Chiba | 6 | 3 | 5 | 15 | -10 | |
| 20 | Tokyo Verdy | 5 | 2 | 2 | 8 | -6 |
P: 6 GD: +13
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -10
P: 5 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
VAR Drama and Defiance at Nihondaira
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 40/100. A chaotic second-half burst and a crucial VAR intervention defined a gripping draw where momentum swung wildly.
The Tactical Wall
FC Tokyo set an unrelenting tone early on, leaning heavily on their controlled possession to dictate the tempo at IAI Stadium Nihondaira. The visitors engineered a relentless attacking display, ultimately tallying an impressive 17 shots over the course of the 90 minutes. This sheer offensive volume forced Shimizu S-pulse into a deep, desperate defensive block. Despite the barrage of attempts, a high Balance rating perfectly reflects just how effectively the home side absorbed the pressure. The hosts struggled to break out of their own half, managing a mere 44% of the ball, but they remained defensively resolute. The tactical battle in the first half became a fascinating watch, with Tokyo probing continuously but failing to find that killer final pass against a determined backline.
Three Minutes of Madness
The tactical stalemate completely shattered straight after the interval as the match exploded into life. FC Tokyo finally broke the stubborn resistance in the 50th minute. A perfectly weighted delivery from Motoki Nagakura cut through the defence, allowing Soma Anzai to provide a clinical finishing touch. The away end erupted, but their celebrations were remarkably short-lived. A sudden surge in Intensity saw Shimizu roar straight back down the pitch. Just three minutes later, Kosuke Kinoshita capitalised on a brief lapse in concentration to strike back for the hosts, instantly restoring parity. This rapid, chaotic exchange completely altered the tactical landscape of the match. The sudden momentum shift forced both managers to rethink their strategies, transforming a methodical contest into a thrilling, end-to-end spectacle where a decisive blow seemed inevitable.
The Technological Pivot
The defining moment of this breathless second half ultimately came from the officiating rather than open play. In the 71st minute, Anzai went down in the box, and the referee immediately pointed to the spot. However, a lengthy VAR review overturned the penalty decision, instantly draining the momentum from Tokyo's late push for a winner. The final 1-1 draw leaves Shimizu stranded in 15th place on just 4 points, though this gritty performance halts a grim run of three consecutive defeats. Meanwhile, Tokyo remains comfortably in the top half in 7th position, but they will view this as two points dropped given their sheer dominance in the final third. The underlying metrics suggest the visitors deserved all three points, yet Shimizu’s remarkable resilience secured a vital, morale-boosting point on their home turf.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
In the 71st minute, VAR overturned a penalty awarded to FC Tokyo's Soma Anzai, preserving the 1-1 draw and halting Tokyo's late momentum.
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 Season Caution Trumps Offensive Flair
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. With both sides struggling to find their rhythm early in the campaign, expect a tactical chess match rather than an open spectacle.
The Setup
This September 02, 2026 clash brings early-season growing pains to IAI Stadium Nihondaira. A modest Stakes rating reflects the current phase of the campaign, as Shimizu S-pulse and FC Tokyo try to build sustained momentum. The data points to an off-the-charts Balance, suggesting a desperately tight affair between two evenly matched outfits. However, a sluggish Form rating for both sides and a lack of true Stars appeal means this fixture might lack box-office drama. Shimizu's distinct struggles in front of goal contrast directly with Tokyo's somewhat leaky defensive line, setting up an intriguing, if deeply flawed, tactical dynamic.
Key Battle
The central midfield zone will strictly dictate the tempo. Shimizu's holding midfielders must disrupt Tokyo's passing lanes early and often to prevent sustained pressure. Without a definitive individual matchup stealing the spotlight, this game hinges entirely on unit cohesion and minimizing unforced errors in the middle third.
Our Prediction
An away victory for FC Tokyo, edging it 1-0. Shimizu's blunt attack will likely fail to punish Tokyo's lingering defensive vulnerabilities, allowing the visitors to snatch a scrappy second-half winner from a set-piece before shutting up shop.