J1 League Regular Season - 7
Tokyo Verdy 0 - 2 FT Kawasaki Frontale
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Y. Wakizaka (Marcinho) 9'
20' Yuta Arai
Erison 23'
45'+2 Yuta Arai
HT
46' ↓ K. Saito ↑Y. Fukuda
46' ↓ Y. Arai ↑H. Yamami
47' Riku Matsuda
↓ K. Konno ↑T. Ito 60'
↓ K. Tachibanada ↑S. Kawahara 60'
↓ H. Taniguchi ↑S. Miura 60'
Yuto Matsunagane 64'
68' ↓ R. Matsuda ↑Y. Matsuhashi
68' ↓ R. Hirakawa ↑J. Yamamoto
↓ Erison ↑L. Romanic 79'
80' ↓ S. Tanabe ↑H. Hirao
↓ Marcinho ↑A. Ienaga 88'
↓ Y. Wakizaka ↑T. Myogan 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tokyo Verdy
Goalkeepers
Y. Nagasawa 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
R. Matsuda
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Tanabe
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
K. Morita 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
62%
Pass Acc
R. Hirakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
T. Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
K. Nakamura 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Miyahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Fukazawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Uchida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Matsuhashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Fukuda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Yamamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Yamami
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
10%
Pass Acc
H. Hirao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kawasaki Frontale
Goalkeepers
S. Brodersen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
R. Yamahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Taniguchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Y. Maruyama 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
80%
Duel Win %
Y. Matsunagane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
K. Tachibanada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Y. Yamamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Konno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Y. Wakizaka 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8
Rating
Marcinho 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.2
Rating
Forwards
Erison 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
G. Lee
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Hayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Miura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Ienaga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Kawahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Myogan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Ito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Kobayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Romanic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 2 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 06/29/2025 | Tokyo Verdy | 1 - 0 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 04/20/2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 11/30/2024 | Tokyo Verdy | 4 - 5 | Kawasaki Frontale | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 04/20/2024 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu |
| 06/22/2022 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 - 1 | Tokyo Verdy | Emperor Cup | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 10/16/2013 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | Emperor Cup | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
03/18/2026
06/29/2025
04/20/2025
11/30/2024
04/20/2024
06/22/2022
10/16/2013
Tokyo Verdy Win
Kawasaki Frontale Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Frontale's Early Blitz Stuns Verdy at Ajinomoto
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 28/100. A ruthless first-half display from Kawasaki Frontale proved too high a mountain to climb, as a crucial VAR intervention snuffed out any hope of a Tokyo Verdy revival.
The First Half Ambush
Kawasaki Frontale wasted absolutely no time establishing their dominance in front of goal at Ajinomoto Stadium. A modest Balance rating masked just how quickly they dismantled the hosts. Inside nine minutes, Marcinho unlocked the defence, teeing up Yasuto Wakizaka to set the tone with a clinical finish that stunned the home crowd. Before the hosts could even catch their breath, Erison doubled the advantage on 23 minutes. Despite having far less of the ball, the visitors were utterly ruthless in the final third, turning their limited touches into an insurmountable lead. Frontale's ability to transition quickly left the home side chasing shadows during the crucial opening exchanges, effectively winning the match before the half-hour mark.
The VAR Heartbreak
Trailing by two, the hosts desperately tried to orchestrate a response. Tokyo Verdy controlled possession with 57% of the ball and generated relentless set-piece pressure throughout the half. The Intensity peaked in first-half stoppage time when Yuta Arai finally found a breakthrough, sending the home supporters into raptures as they thought they had secured a vital lifeline. The celebrations, however, were brutally cut short. VAR intervened, ruling out the 45th-minute strike and effectively killing off the momentum shift before the whistle blew. Instead of heading into the dressing room with renewed hope, Verdy were left completely demoralised by the technology's intervention, a pivot that changed the entire complexion of the afternoon.
Defensive Masterclass
The second half transformed into an absolute exercise in professional game management. With their two-goal cushion firmly preserved, Frontale absorbed the pressure perfectly and frustrated their opponents. Yuichi Maruyama marshalled the backline with an outstanding performance, ensuring Verdy's nine total shots yielded almost nothing of substance and not a single goal. Meanwhile, Yuki Yamamoto anchored the midfield effectively, breaking up the play and dictating the tempo when required. This hard-fought 2-0 victory allows Kawasaki Frontale to leapfrog Tokyo Verdy into 4th place in the league standings, shifting the dynamic at the top end of the table. A true statement win on the road that proves their top-tier credentials.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR wiped out Yuta Arai's stoppage-time goal, destroying Tokyo Verdy's momentum just before halftime and safely preserving Frontale's vital two-goal cushion.
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.
Top-Four Ambitions Collide at Ajinomoto Stadium
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 67/100. A single point separates these two top-four contenders, making this a pivotal clash for early-season continental qualification hopes.
The Setup
Tokyo Verdy welcome Kawasaki Frontale for a genuine six-pointer in the race for Asia. The home side boasts a formidable fortress, winning four of their last five matches in front of their own fans. However, their overall Form remains erratic. Frontale arrive with undeniable firepower but mirror that same inconsistency. With massive Stakes on the line, neither team can afford to drop points in this crucial March 18 encounter.
Key Battle
The match hinges on a fascinating attacking duel. Itsuki Someno carries the creative burden for the hosts, tasked with unlocking a vulnerable away defense. He goes toe-to-toe with Frontale's primary weapon, Erison. Whichever talisman imposes their will early will likely decide the destination of the points.
Our Prediction
We expect a tight contest defined by fine margins. The competitive Balance suggests a coin-flip, but Frontale's superior Stars rating gives them the edge in the final third. Look for the visitors to absorb early pressure before exposing gaps on the counter, sneaking a hard-fought 2-1 victory on the road.