J1 League Gameweek 3
Yokohama F. Marinos 1 - 0 FT Vissel Kobe
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Futmetrix Verdict
84
FT
Wed, Sep 16
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⚡ Form
1
⚖️ Balance
76
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
Futmetrix Verdict
93
Plzen
vs
Union St. Gilloise
Thu, Sep 17 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
4
⚖️ Balance
100
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
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Futmetrix Verdict
31
FT
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0-2
Benfica
⚡ Intensity
32
⚖️ Balance
28
🏆 Stakes
0
🎲 Upset
60
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Match Statistics
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Our take on every player in this match
Yokohama F. Marinos
Goalkeepers
Rubén Blanco 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
48
Minutes
Defenders
Taisei Inoue 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeison Quiñónes 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Kosei Suwama
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryotaro Tsunoda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Kei Chinen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kosuke Matsumura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomoki Kondo 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Jun Amano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shin Miidera 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Kaina Tanimura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Hiroki Iikura
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Shota Fujii
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toichi Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Riku Yamane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takuya Kida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
George Onaiwu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jordy Croux
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Nitta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryo Miyaichi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vissel Kobe
Goalkeepers
Daiya Maekawa
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Issei Takahashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Takuya Iwanami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Thuler
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Diego
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Yosuke Ideguchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean Patrick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mitsuki Hidaka
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Yuta Goke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
46
Entry
Katsuya Nagato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Ren Komatsu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Shota Arai
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Tetsushi Yamakawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Boniface Nduka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaito Yamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Haruya Ide
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kota Watanabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuya Kuwasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kento Hamasaki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuan Iwamoto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/30/2025 | Vissel Kobe | 1 - 0 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | Noevir Stadium |
| 05/21/2025 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 - 2 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 08/11/2024 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 - 2 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 04/07/2024 | Vissel Kobe | 1 - 2 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 09/29/2023 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 0 - 2 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 04/22/2023 | Vissel Kobe | 2 - 3 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 11/05/2022 | Vissel Kobe | 1 - 3 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
| 08/18/2022 | Vissel Kobe | 3 - 2 | Yokohama F. Marinos | AFC Champions League | Saitama Stadium 2002 |
| 03/02/2022 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 2 - 0 | Vissel Kobe | J1 League | Nissan Stadium |
| 11/27/2021 | Vissel Kobe | 0 - 2 | Yokohama F. Marinos | J1 League | NOEVIR Stadium Kobe |
08/30/2025
05/21/2025
08/11/2024
04/07/2024
09/29/2023
04/22/2023
11/05/2022
08/18/2022
03/02/2022
11/27/2021
Yokohama F. Marinos Win
Vissel Kobe Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +10
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -6
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Yokohama's Early Strike Stuns Kobe
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 27/100. A gritty, defensive masterclass from Yokohama F. Marinos turned a single early chance into a vital three points against a toothless Vissel Kobe.
A Rapid Breakthrough
The atmosphere at Nissan Stadium crackled with anticipation as Yokohama F. Marinos looked to establish immediate dominance. They did not have to wait long. In just the 8th minute, S. Miidera found a pocket of space and delivered a ruthless finish to set the tone. This early opener shattered any pre-match expectations, spiking the Upset Factor as the home side, entering the match as statistical underdogs, grasped absolute control of the narrative. Despite Vissel Kobe pushing back and trying to build out from the back as the half progressed, the visitors looked entirely disconnected in the final third. The hosts seemed comfortable retreating slightly, inviting pressure while methodically closing off crucial passing lanes. It became a match defined by defensive rigidity rather than free-flowing creativity, but Yokohama had exactly what they needed.
A Blunt Response
Vissel Kobe desperately needed a reaction, but their attacking efforts were remarkably blunt. While they eventually controlled possession with 56% of the ball, their territorial advantage yielded absolutely nothing. The Balance of the match shifted entirely into a tactical stalemate. Yokohama F. Marinos executed what amounted to a defensive attacking siege—restricting Kobe to a staggering solitary shot all game, which failed to even test the goalkeeper. Meanwhile, the hosts out-shot their opponents 5-1, selectively breaking out to keep the Kobe defence honest. The overall Intensity of the fixture remained modest due to the disjointed nature of the midfield battle. With only a combined 444 passes between both sides, it was a physical, scrappy affair heavily punctuated by tactical fouls and disrupted rhythms.
Locking Down the Points
As the clock wound down, the desperation from the visitors failed to translate into meaningful chances. Yokohama F. Marinos managed the closing stages with cynical professionalism, committing nine fouls to constantly break Kobe's momentum and protect their narrow lead. This gritty 1-0 victory provides a crucial early-season boost for Yokohama, vaulting them up the J1 League standings and proving they can grind out results against formidable opposition. For Vissel Kobe, the severe lack of offensive output will ring alarm bells; controlling possession is meaningless without the cutting edge to match. The final whistle confirmed a classic smash-and-grab mentality from the home side, taking their one golden moment and defending it with everything they had.
Key Questions
Who scored the decisive goal?
S. Miidera scored the game's only goal for Yokohama F. Marinos in the 8th minute.
Did Vissel Kobe create many chances?
No, Vissel Kobe managed only one total shot throughout the match, with zero on target.
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.
Finding Rhythm at Nissan Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 18/100. While early in the J1 League campaign, this tactical clash offers a stark contrast between a high-scoring but porous home side and a pragmatic away outfit.
The Setup
Gameweek 1 set drastically different tones for these two clubs. Yokohama F. Marinos enter this fixture searching for defensive answers after a wild opening match that saw them concede four times despite netting three of their own. Conversely, Vissel Kobe established a solid foundation with a narrow, clean-sheet victory. With low Stakes this early in the season, neither team is feeling immediate pressure, but a positive Form rating is crucial to building momentum. A modest Stars rating reflects a matchup built more on collective effort than individual brilliance.
Key Battle
The defining clash will be the Yokohama home attack against the resolute Vissel Kobe back line. The hosts clearly have the firepower to disrupt matches, but their tendency to leave gaps at the back plays perfectly into an away strategy focused on defensive solidity and clinical counter-attacks.
Our Prediction
Given the visitors' defensive organization and the home side's structural vulnerabilities, expect the away team to absorb pressure and strike efficiently. Our take points to a narrow 2-1 victory for Vissel Kobe.