J1 League Gameweek 1
Tokyo Verdy 1 - 1 FT Kawasaki Frontale
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
46' S. Mizoguchi (I. Someno)
↓ K. Mochiyama ↑L. Romanic 61'
↓ K. Konno ↑Marcinho 61'
64' ↓ Y. Matsuhashi ↑S. Nakayama
64' ↓ K. Suzuki ↑R. Inoue
T. Ito 68'
73' ↓ S. Meshino ↑I. Kumatoriya
↓ K. Tachibanada ↑A. Sasaki 76'
↓ S. Miura ↑Y. Ozeki 76'
80' ↓ Y. Fukuda ↑Y. Arai
80' ↓ S. Mizoguchi ↑R. Shirai
↓ Y. Yamamoto ↑T. Miyagi 86'
L. Romanic 90'+6
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tokyo Verdy
Goalkeepers
Matheus Vidotto 
MAGNET
30
Activity
30
Activity
30
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Kaito Suzuki 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Naoki Hayashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kazuya Miyahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Yosuke Uchida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rei Hirakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soma Meshino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
Shuhei Mizoguchi 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Yuan Matsuhashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Yuya Fukuda
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Itsuki Someno
MAGNET
46
Activity
46
Activity
24
Passes
22
Duels
BENCH
Yuya Nagasawa 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Inoue Ryota
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maaya Sako
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shion Nakayama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joi Yamamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuta Arai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shimon Teranuma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Issei Kumatoriya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryosuke Shirai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kawasaki Frontale
Goalkeepers
Svend Brodersen
MAGNET
24
Activity
24
Activity
24
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Reon Yamahara
MAGNET
74
Activity
74
Activity
69
Passes
5
Duels
Pedro Romano
MAGNET
93
Activity
93
Activity
82
Passes
11
Duels
Hiroto Taniguchi
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
84
Passes
13
Duels
Sota Miura
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Midfielders
Kento Tachibanada
MAGNET
83
Activity
83
Activity
77
Passes
6
Duels
Yuki Yamamoto
MAGNET
102
Activity
102
Activity
93
Passes
9
Duels
Kazuya Konno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Yasuto Wakizaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tatsuya Ito 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Kyosuke Mochiyama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
BENCH
Louis Yamaguchi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Filip Uremović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Asahi Sasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryuki Osa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
So Kawahara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuto Ozeki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lazar Romanić 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.3
Rating
Ten Miyagi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2026 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium |
| 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 |
05/06/2026
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
League Standings
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
Late Romanic Rescue Salvages Point for Frontale
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 41/100. An opening day clash defined by contrasting styles saw a 96th-minute equalizer deny the hosts a famous victory.
The Opening Act
Ajinomoto Stadium witnessed a fascinating clash of philosophies from the very first whistle. Kawasaki Frontale instantly asserted their tactical dominance, dominating possession by hoarding 69% of the ball. However, they found themselves repeatedly frustrated, struggling to dismantle a deeply entrenched and resolute home defensive line. The Balance of play appeared heavily skewed towards the visitors in terms of territory, yet Tokyo Verdy looked constantly menacing on the rapid counter-attack. A staggering barrage of 29 combined shots turned the pitch into an absolute shooting gallery, proving that both sides were eager to make a statement on the opening day. Despite the visitors pulling the strings in midfield, the hosts remained remarkably disciplined.
The Pivot
The tactical stalemate was shattered immediately after the interval in the 46th minute. I. Someno, operating as the undisputed creative hub for the hosts, unlocked the rigid away defence with an inch-perfect pass. He expertly picked out S. Mizoguchi, who made no mistake. The finish was utterly clinical, ruthlessly punishing the visitors for their high line and momentary lapse in concentration. Someno's attacking brilliance—underscored by a commanding tally of three key passes—shifted the Intensity of this fixture entirely. Frontale were suddenly forced to chase shadows. They started committing bodies forward in waves, relying on aggressive substitutions around the hour mark to salvage their opening day campaign as real desperation began to set in.
Resolution
Just as the raucous home supporters prepared to celebrate a famous, hard-fought opening day victory, pure heartbreak struck deep into stoppage time. Substitute L. Romanic, who was thrown onto the pitch in the 61st minute to rescue the situation, brilliantly justified his manager's tactical gamble. He snatched a dramatic 96th-minute equalizer right at the death, plunging the stadium into stunned silence. This incredibly late intervention ensured a 1-1 final score, splitting the points on matchday one. Despite leading for nearly the entire second half and executing their game plan perfectly, Verdy were ultimately forced to settle for a bitterly frustrating draw. Meanwhile, Frontale breathed a massive sigh of relief, escaping by the narrowest of margins.
Key Questions
Did Tokyo Verdy deserve the late equalizer?
Actually, Kawasaki Frontale scored the late equalizer through L. Romanic, snatching a dramatic point after Tokyo Verdy led for most of the second half.
How did substitute Itsuki Someno change the game?
I. Someno actually started the match, providing the crucial 46th-minute assist for S. Mizoguchi and dominating as a creator with three key passes.
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.
Opening Day Chess Match at Ajinomoto Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. An opening weekend fixture that promises rigorous tactical discipline rather than end-to-end early-season fireworks.
The Setup
With Stakes at their lowest on matchday one and a modest Stars rating across the pitch, this August 09, 2026 clash is one for the tactical purists. Tokyo Verdy host Kawasaki Frontale at Ajinomoto Stadium to kick off their J1 League campaigns. A high Balance rating suggests an evenly matched, tight affair, even if neither side's early-season Form inspires pure awe just yet. Watch for K. Morita attempting to dictate the tempo in midfield for the hosts, while Frontale will rely on the vision of Y. Wakizaka to unlock a stubborn defensive shape.
Key Battle
Verdy's deep defensive block taking on Kawasaki's methodical midfield build-up. This is a game of structural patience, where maintaining formation will outvalue moments of individual brilliance.
Our Prediction
We expect Kawasaki Frontale to edge it 1-0. The visitors' slight superiority in ball retention should eventually wear down the home side's rearguard in a match dominated by midfield stalemates.