J1 League Gameweek 2
Tokyo Verdy 1 - 3 FT Kashiwa Reysol
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
2' N. Hayashi (S. Meshino)
K. Endo (N. Nakagawa) 11'
HT
54' ↓ R. Hirakawa ↑I. Kumatoriya
55' ↓ Y. Matsuhashi ↑Y. Arai
↓ H. Yamauchi ↑M. Watai 56'
↓ Y. Kakita ↑Y. Segawa 57'
N. Nakagawa 59'
Y. Segawa (M. Watai) 65'
73' ↓ Y. Fukuda ↑S. Kanda
73' ↓ S. Meshino ↑S. Nakayama
↓ Y. Koizumi ↑H. Nakama 79'
↓ K. Endo ↑K. Yuba 80'
80' ↓ Y. Uchida ↑R. Shirai
T. Kubo (K. Yuba) 82'
↓ T. Kubo ↑S. Baba 84'
88' K. Suzuki
M. Watai 90'+6
FT
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2026 | Tokyo Verdy | 1 - 0 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 02/15/2026 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 - 2 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium |
| 06/15/2025 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 3 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 06/08/2025 | Kashiwa Reysol | 2 - 1 | Tokyo Verdy | J-League Cup | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium |
| 06/04/2025 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 3 | Kashiwa Reysol | J-League Cup | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 03/29/2025 | Kashiwa Reysol | 0 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium |
| 08/31/2024 | Kashiwa Reysol | 2 - 3 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium |
| 04/07/2024 | Tokyo Verdy | 1 - 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 09/28/2019 | Kashiwa Reysol | 3 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J2 League | SANKYO FRONTIER Kashiwa Stadium (Kashiwa) |
| 03/30/2019 | Tokyo Verdy | 2 - 0 | Kashiwa Reysol | J2 League | Ajinomoto Stadium (Chōfu) |
05/03/2026
02/15/2026
06/15/2025
06/08/2025
06/04/2025
03/29/2025
08/31/2024
04/07/2024
09/28/2019
03/30/2019
Tokyo Verdy Win
Kashiwa Reysol Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: -2
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | 2 | 6 | 5 | 2 | +3 | |
| 2 | Machida Zelvia | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | +4 | |
| 3 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +3 | |
| 4 | Kashima | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3 | +1 | |
| 5 | Gamba Osaka | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3 | +1 | |
| 6 | Cerezo Osaka | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +1 | |
| 7 | V-varen Nagasaki | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +1 | |
| 8 | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +1 | |
| 9 | Vissel Kobe | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +1 | |
| 10 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| 11 | Tokyo Verdy | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | |
| 12 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | -1 | |
| 13 | Urawa | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | -1 | |
| 14 | Mito Hollyhock | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -1 | |
| 15 | Kyoto Sanga | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -1 | |
| 16 | Fagiano Okayama | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -1 | |
| 17 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | |
| 18 | Nagoya Grampus | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | |
| 19 | JEF United Chiba | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -3 | |
| 20 | FC Tokyo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | -4 |
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 1 GD: +4
P: 1 GD: +3
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -3
P: 1 GD: -4
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Reysol's Ruthless Response Shatters Verdy at the Olympic Stadium
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. A masterclass in game management saw the league leaders overturn an early deficit to maintain their flawless start to the campaign.
The Early Shock
The National Olympic Stadium was rocked almost instantly as Tokyo Verdy drew first blood. With just two minutes on the clock, N. Hayashi found the back of the net to set an electric tone for the home side. However, the early setback only awakened the beast. Playing with relentless Intensity, Kashiwa Reysol refused to let the hosts dictate the tempo. By the 11th minute, K. Endo had levelled the scoring, instantly wiping out Verdy's momentum and resetting the narrative of this crucial early-season clash.
The Tactical Chokehold
Once parity was restored, the Balance of the match shifted completely in favour of the visitors. Reysol began to suffocate Verdy, dominating possession with a staggering 63% and dictating play through over 700 slick passes. Their methodical dissection of the home side's structure finally paid dividends in the 65th minute. Y. Segawa struck cleanly to complete the comeback, punishing a tired Verdy defence that had spent over an hour chasing shadows. The visitors were entirely in control, turning the pitch into their own tactical playground.
Sealing the Summit
With the Stakes rising for a Verdy side desperate to jumpstart their season, they threw bodies forward. Instead, they were clinically picked off. In the 82nd minute, T. Kubo delivered the knockout blow, putting the game entirely out of reach. Managing just four shots on target all afternoon, the hosts lacked the firepower to mount a late charge. The 3-1 victory ensures Kashiwa Reysol remain flawless at the top of the league, sending a clear message to any early challengers.
Key Questions
How did Tokyo Verdy complete the comeback from behind?
The premise is incorrect—it was actually Kashiwa Reysol who completed the comeback, overturning Hayashi's early goal with strikes from Endo, Segawa, and Kubo.
What does this mean for Tokyo Verdy's season?
The defeat leaves them winless and drifting into the lower half of the table. They must shore up their defensive structure quickly to avoid an arduous campaign.
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.
A Slow Start in the Capital
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. With both sides still finding their early-season rhythm and lacking true marquee draws, this fixture struggles to command neutral attention.
The Setup
Our verdict points to a largely uninspiring clash at Ajinomoto Stadium. A low Stakes rating reflects the reality of an August encounter where the league table hasn't even taken shape. Kashiwa Reysol enter as clear favorites following an opening day victory, but their Form rating remains unconvincing this early in the calendar. Tokyo Verdy are stepping onto the pitch for their first meaningful action of the campaign. The Balance of the tie suggests the visitors hold the upper hand, yet a meager Stars rating indicates a severe lack of box-office talent to spark genuine fireworks.
Key Battle
The most intriguing duel pits Itsuki Someno against Tojiro Kubo. Someno carries the creative burden for the hosts and needs to orchestrate attacks from deep. Kubo, fresh off an assist and looking sharp, will look to disrupt those passing lanes and launch rapid counter-attacks for the visitors.
Our Prediction
We expect Kashiwa Reysol to dictate the tempo against a rusty Tokyo Verdy outfit. The visitors will grind out a pragmatic 1-0 victory, capitalizing on a set-piece or a singular defensive lapse rather than producing fluid, attacking football.