J1 League Gameweek 5
Tokyo Verdy 0 - 2 FT Vissel Kobe
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Issei Takahashi 16'
18' Ryota Inoue
36' Yuya Fukuda
Yuta Goke 39'
45' ↓ Naoki Hayashi ↑Maaya Sako
↓ Yuta Goke ↑Mitsuki Hidaka 45'
HT
Katsuya Nagato 51'
↓ Ren Komatsu ↑Yuya Osako 59'
59' ↓ Yuan Matsuhashi ↑Kosuke Saito
59' ↓ Yosuke Uchida ↑Yuta Arai
76' Soma Meshino
↓ Nanasei Iino ↑Yuya Kuwasaki 77'
77' ↓ Rei Hirakawa ↑Soma Kanda
84' ↓ Shuhei Mizoguchi ↑Hayato Hirao
↓ Issei Takahashi ↑Hyoei Kawabata 89'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tokyo Verdy
Goalkeepers
Matheus Vidotto 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
K. Suzuki 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
N. Hayashi 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
45
Entry
R. Inoue
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Y. Uchida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
R. Hirakawa
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Soma Meshino 
MAGNET
80
Activity
80
Activity
76
Passes
4
Duels
S. Mizoguchi
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Y. Matsuhashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Y. Fukuda 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
I. Someno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Y. Nagasawa 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Sako 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Y. Arai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Saito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Shibato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Yamamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Kanda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Shirai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vissel Kobe
Goalkeepers
S. Gonda
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
I. Takahashi 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
28%
Pass Acc
T. Yamakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Thuler
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
60%
Duel Win %
Diego
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
73%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
G. Sakai 
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Y. Goke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
45
Entry
Y. Ideguchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
N. Iino
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
R. Komatsu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
K. Nagato 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
D. Maekawa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Yamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Nduka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Iwanami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Watanabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Kuwasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Hidaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Osako
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Kawabata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2025 | Vissel Kobe | 4 - 0 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | Noevir Stadium |
| 04/12/2025 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 11/10/2024 | Tokyo Verdy | 1 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Ajinomoto Stadium |
| 05/26/2024 | Vissel Kobe | 0 - 1 | Tokyo Verdy | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 08/21/2013 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 1 | Tokyo Verdy | J2 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 05/12/2013 | Tokyo Verdy | 2 - 1 | Vissel Kobe | J2 League | National Olympic Stadium |
09/23/2025
04/12/2025
11/10/2024
05/26/2024
08/21/2013
05/12/2013
Tokyo Verdy Win
Vissel Kobe 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
Tokyo Verdy
Vissel Kobe
Tokyo Verdy
Vissel Kobe
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Clinical Kobe Expose Verdy's Final Third Flaws at Ajinomoto
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 26/100. A masterclass in efficiency saw the visitors punish a relegation-threatened side that had all of the ball but absolutely none of the bite.
The Opening Act
From the opening exchanges at Ajinomoto Stadium, Tokyo Verdy looked intent on dictating the tempo in front of their home support. They controlled possession early on, confidently spraying passes across the midfield and ultimately racking up 485 accurate distributions. However, all this intricate play unfolded entirely in front of a resolute Vissel Kobe block. The Intensity of Kobe's defensive structure meant the hosts were continuously frustrated in the final third. Then, entirely against the run of play, the visitors struck with venom. In the 16th minute, Issei Takahashi found the breakthrough with a clinical finish. The goal completely disrupted the hosts' rhythm, forcing them to chase a game while looking increasingly vulnerable on the transition. Kobe's tactical discipline allowed them to sit back and wait for errors.
The Pivot
Any hopes of a second-half resurgence for the struggling hosts were extinguished just six minutes after the restart. The Balance of the tie tipped irrevocably when Katsuya Nagato doubled the advantage in the 51st minute, exploiting gaps left by a desperate Verdy midfield. Despite sitting deep in the relegation zone, the home side lacked the urgent attacking bite required to mount a serious comeback. They continued to pass the ball neatly but could not penetrate the danger zones. Tokyo Verdy's attackers were entirely neutralized; despite carving out six shots from inside the box over the ninety minutes, they failed to register a single shot on target. Kobe’s defensive line simply swallowed up every cross and blocked three crucial attempts, rendering Verdy’s statistical control completely meaningless.
Resolution
As the clock ticked down, the stark contrast in quality between the two sides became overwhelmingly apparent. The Stakes were entirely different: Kobe solidified their top-half credentials, while Verdy looked completely bereft of ideas at the foot of the J1 League table. A high Upset Factor never materialized at any point during this fixture. Vissel Kobe absorbed the sterile pressure comfortably—finishing with just 42% of the ball—while consistently threatening on the break, forcing the Verdy goalkeeper into five necessary saves. For the home side, this 2-0 defeat highlights a severe lack of cutting edge. With safety hanging in the balance, they must urgently discover how to turn pretty possession into genuine goal-scoring opportunities.
Key Questions
Why did Tokyo Verdy lose despite dominating possession?
They held 58% of the ball but lacked any cutting edge, failing to register a single shot on target from their seven total attempts.
Who were the standout performers for Vissel Kobe?
Issei Takahashi and Katsuya Nagato were the match-winners, providing the crucial goals that secured a comfortable away victory.
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 Blues at Ajinomoto Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 19/100. With both sides stumbling out of the gates, this early-season fixture lacks the firepower to demand your immediate attention.
The Setup
Tokyo Verdy come into this clash sitting 17th, still searching for their first victory of the campaign. A bleak Form rating tells the story of a team lacking attacking rhythm and defensive cohesion. Vissel Kobe arrive in eighth place, boasting a marginally better record but hardly setting the league alight. Given we are only in the opening weeks of the J1 League season, the Stakes remain incredibly low. There is a respectable Balance to the matchup purely because neither side has found their top gear, though Kobe hold a clear edge in quality despite the lack of overall Stars on display.
Key Battle
With no true standout superstars dominating the headlines, the tactical battle will be won in the midfield transition. The home side's deep-sitting midfield must figure out how to absorb Kobe's physical press and launch quick counter-attacks without leaving their fragile backline exposed.
Our Prediction
Vissel Kobe will edge this, likely 1-0 or 2-0. Expect a gritty, fragmented game where the visitors patiently wear down a stubborn but limited Tokyo Verdy defense.