Active in Premier League
Career
B
◀ 2022 Brighton from Union St. Gilloise
USG
2021 Union St. Gilloise from Brighton
B
2021 Brighton from Kawasaki Frontale
KF
2020 Kawasaki Frontale from Tsukuba University
KF
2018 Kawasaki Frontale from Tsukuba University
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
Kaoru Mitoma's season performance cards
Silver
DRIBBLER
1.5 Dribbles/90
1.5 Dribbles/90
40% Dribble Success
10 Fouls Drawn
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Kaoru Mitoma is a above average DRIBBLER for Brighton. Evidence: 1.5 Dribbles/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (65/100) but has room to grow in Defense.
Kaoru Mitoma Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 28%
Weight 49%
Experience 72%
vs Premier League
Height 20%
Weight 36%
Experience 70%
Traits
DECORATED
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 54
Shooting 65
Defense 12
Workrate 53
Passing 54
Key Strength 65 Shooting
Area to Watch 12 Defense
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Kaoru Mitoma this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Brighton 2-1 Liverpool | 19' | 7.2 | - | - | 74 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Brighton 0-1 Arsenal | 45' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Brighton 2-1 Nottingham Forest | 91' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Brentford 0-2 Brighton | 91' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-0 Brighton | 81' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Brighton 0-1 Crystal Palace | 96' | 7.0 | - | - | 26 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Nice 0-0 Monaco | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Brighton 1-1 Everton | 97' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | Fulham 2-1 Brighton | 96' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Jan 19, 2026 | Brighton 1-1 Bournemouth | 98' | 6.5 | - | - | 60 |
| Jan 19, 2026 | Elche 2-2 Sevilla | 101' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Manchester City 1-1 Brighton | 83' | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 73 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Brighton 2-0 Burnley | 70' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | West Ham 2-2 Brighton | 35' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Brighton 0-0 Sunderland | 29' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2026 | Burnley vs Brighton | 45 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Tottenham vs Brighton | 47 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | Brighton vs Chelsea | 74 |
| May 02, 2026 | Newcastle vs Brighton | 42 |
| May 09, 2026 | Brighton vs Wolves | 43 |
| May 17, 2026 | Leeds vs Brighton | 45 |
| May 24, 2026 | Brighton vs Manchester United | 44 |
Kaoru Mitoma is his Premier League side's Bronze Creator. A 10-time trophy winner in Japan, including multiple J1 League titles, the J-League Cup, and the Emperor Cup, he brings a decorated pedigree and established reliability to the English top flight. His history of success in domestic competition provides a foundation of composure that translates to consistent matchday performances.
Mitoma has clocked 1,017 minutes across 14 appearances this term, reinforcing his status as a silver-tier DRIBBLER with his signature directness and technical flair. While his primary role is to unlock defences, a Shooting score of 62 highlights a clinical edge that supplements his elite playmaking skills. He is hitting top form with a recent rating of 61, proving he is on an upward trajectory compared to his seasonal baseline. This surge in performance suggests he is finding a higher gear as the season progresses.
His technical Balance remains a key asset during high-pressure transitions on the pitch. As he continues to settle into his established role, his ability to beat markers and create high-value goalscoring opportunities ensures he remains a vital creative outlet for his squad’s offensive structure.