J1 League Regular Season - 13
Shimizu S-pulse 1 - 2 FT V-varen Nagasaki
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
8' J. Sumiyoshi
21' Y. Shimamoto
R. Yamada 27'
Thiago (I. Arai) 33'
H. Onaga 36'
HT
46' ↓ K. Kozuka ↑S. Hasukawa
M. Hasegawa (Dudu Giusti) 46'
↓ R. Yamada ↑R. Yamasaki 61'
↓ Dudu Giusti ↑Diego Pituca 61'
63' ↓ M. Yumiba ↑Z. Uno
70' ↓ Y. Shimamoto ↑Capixaba
↓ Thiago ↑Y. Iwasaki 72'
83' ↓ H. Hidaka ↑T. Takahashi
83' ↓ Park Seung-Wook ↑Y. Honda
↓ S. Yoneda ↑K. Takahata 90'+3
↓ T. Matsumoto ↑T. Sawada 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Shimizu S-pulse
Goalkeepers
Togo Umeda 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Seung-wook Park
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
3
Rating
Mateus Brunetti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Haruto Hidaka
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Masaki Yumiba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Matheus Bueno 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Yutaka Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Kazuki Kozuka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Yudai Shimamoto 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Oh Se-Hun 
MAGNET
50
Activity
50
Activity
28
Passes
22
Duels
BENCH
Yuya Oki 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sodai Hasukawa 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Yuki Honda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kengo Kitazume
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zento Uno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuji Doi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rinsei Ohata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Capixaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toshiki Takahashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V-varen Nagasaki
Goalkeepers
Goto Masaaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Onaga Hijiri 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
6
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Arai Ikki 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.6
Rating
Eduardo 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Masahiro Sekiguchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yamaguchi Hotaru
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
6
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Riku Yamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Yoneda Shunya
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Forwards
Motoki Hasegawa
MAGNET
54
Activity
54
Activity
45
Passes
9
Duels
Tenmu Matsumoto
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Thiago Santana 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.7
Rating
BENCH
Hatano Go
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Keita Takahata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Pituca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tsubasa Kasayanagi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sawada Takashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Norman Campbell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Jesus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yamasaki Ryogo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iwasaki Yuto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/05/2026 | V-varen Nagasaki | 0 - 3 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Peace Stadium |
| 09/07/2024 | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 - 1 | V-varen Nagasaki | J2 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 03/10/2024 | V-varen Nagasaki | 4 - 1 | Shimizu S-pulse | J2 League | Transcosmos Stadium |
| 07/01/2023 | Shimizu S-pulse | 3 - 2 | V-varen Nagasaki | J2 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 03/04/2023 | V-varen Nagasaki | 1 - 1 | Shimizu S-pulse | J2 League | Transcosmos Stadium |
| 12/01/2018 | V-varen Nagasaki | 4 - 4 | Shimizu S-pulse | J1 League | Nagasaki Prefectural Stadium |
| 04/11/2018 | Shimizu S-pulse | 0 - 1 | V-varen Nagasaki | J1 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira |
| 08/11/2016 | Shimizu S-pulse | 2 - 0 | V-varen Nagasaki | J2 League | IAI Stadium Nihondaira (Shizuoka) |
| 03/06/2016 | V-varen Nagasaki | 0 - 3 | Shimizu S-pulse | J2 League | Nagasaki Prefectural Sports Park Athletics Stadium (Isahaya) |
04/05/2026
09/07/2024
03/10/2024
07/01/2023
03/04/2023
12/01/2018
04/11/2018
08/11/2016
03/06/2016
Shimizu S-pulse Win
V-varen Nagasaki Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
10-Man Shimizu Heartbreak as Nagasaki Force Away Upset
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 54/100. A chaotic opening sending-off flipped the script, paving the way for a gritty underdog comeback at IAI Stadium Nihondaira.
The Early Dismissal
Disaster struck almost immediately at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, completely shredding any pre-match tactical blueprints the hosts had prepared. A straight red card for J. Sumiyoshi inside eight minutes left Shimizu S-pulse navigating a severe numerical disadvantage before they could even settle into a rhythm. Despite the towering Stakes of this crucial league fixture, the depleted home side surprisingly drew first blood. Against the overwhelming run of play, Y. Shimamoto found the back of the net in the 21st minute, sparking an eruption of wild celebrations from the passionate home support. However, defending a slender one-goal advantage with ten men for over an hour is a mathematically and physically grueling prospect. The early sending-off inevitably dictated the entire match narrative, forcing the resilient hosts into a deep defensive posture while handing the attacking initiative directly to a hungry visiting outfit.
Turning the Tide
Falling behind to ten men served as a necessary electric shock for V-varen Nagasaki. The visitors quickly regrouped and effectively controlled possession, methodically stretching the stretched home defensive unit across the width of the pitch. The mounting tactical pressure finally breached the hosts in the 33rd minute. A perfectly weighted, incisive pass from I. Arai carved open the penalty area, allowing Thiago Santana to confidently restore parity. A soaring Intensity rating tells the story of this relentless middle phase, as the contest rapidly devolved into a veritable shooting gallery. A staggering combined 25 shots rained down throughout the match, with the energized visitors taking absolute authority over the central midfield battle. By systematically pinning the home side deep within their own penalty box, the visitors ensured the psychological momentum was entirely theirs.
Completing the Turnaround
The brief interval provided absolutely no physical respite for the exhausted hosts. Almost immediately following the restart, the away side struck the fatal, decisive blow. In the 46th minute, Dudu Giusti orchestrated a brilliant attacking sequence on the edge of the area, cleanly teeing up M. Hasegawa who made no mistake with a clinical finish. This quickfire second-half strike completely shattered any remaining home resilience and cemented a total shift in the match's fundamental Balance. The visitors peppered the target with 18 total shots over the ninety minutes, ultimately proving far too much for a severely fatigued backline to continually withstand. Securing an away victory under these complex emotional circumstances highlights a massive Upset Factor, as the underdog visitors ruthlessly capitalized on their advantage to claim all three league points.
Key Questions
How did the red card for J. Sumiyoshi impact the match?
The early dismissal forced the hosts into a defensive posture. Though they shockingly scored first, the numerical disadvantage and relentless visiting pressure eventually overwhelmed them.
How did Shimizu S-pulse complete the comeback from behind?
Despite the premise, it was actually Nagasaki who completed the comeback. After Shimizu took a shock lead, Nagasaki's relentless pressure overpowered the 10-man hosts.
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.
J1 League Mid-Table Scrap Promises Tight Margins
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 64/100. Both teams are desperate to find consistency, making this a highly balanced fixture where a single tactical mistake will dictate the outcome.
The Setup
Shimizu S-pulse currently sit seventh in the standings, while V-varen Nagasaki languish further down in tenth place. Despite the clear gap in points, our Balance rating is practically off the charts, indicating a remarkably even matchup on the pitch where fine margins will rule. The Stakes are relatively modest for this Round 13 clash, but securing a victory at IAI Stadium Nihondaira remains crucial for either side hoping to break out of their wildly erratic runs. Nagasaki's dismal Form suggests glaring defensive vulnerabilities, presenting a prime opportunity for the hosts to exploit. Furthermore, the Stars rating gets a noticeable boost from specific in-form attackers who are primed to make a major impact on this tie.
Key Battle
Se-hun Oh against Go Hatano. Oh is a genuine goal machine right now, consistently terrorizing opposing defenses. Hatano will need to marshal the away backline flawlessly and stay touch-tight to prevent the lethal forward from completely dictating the match's tempo.
Our Prediction
We expect Shimizu S-pulse to eventually edge this contest 2-1. V-varen Nagasaki will likely put up a stubborn, low-block defensive display early on to frustrate the home crowd on April 29, 2026. However, Shimizu's superior attacking edge and sheer momentum in the final third will eventually break down the visitors' resistance midway through the second half, securing three valuable points.