Active in J1 League
Taishi Matsumoto
Midfielder #14
Age 27 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €1M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Taishi Matsumoto is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Sanfrecce Hiroshima. Evidence: 8.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A developing player working on their overall game.
Taishi Matsumoto Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 84%
Weight 53%
Experience 40%
vs J1 League
Height 56%
Weight 33%
Experience 41%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 40
Shooting 8
Defense 42
Workrate 23
Passing 38
Key Strength 42 Defense
Area to Watch 8 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Taishi Matsumoto this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 V-varen Nagasaki | 96' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Shimizu S-pulse | 76' | 6.9 | - | 0 | 90 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0-1 Avispa Fukuoka | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Vissel Kobe 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 89' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Shimizu S-pulse 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 45' | 6.9 | 0 | 1 | 53 |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Nagoya Grampus 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 Gamba Osaka | 45' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-0 Johor Darul Takzim FC | 95' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 64 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Johor Darul Takzim FC 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 97' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-2 Kyoto Sanga | 90' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Cerezo Osaka 1-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 19' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | FC Seoul 2-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 94' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Fagiano Okayama | 90' | 6.9 | - | 0 | 48 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-1 Johor Darul Takzim FC | 72' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Feb 06, 2026 | V-varen Nagasaki 1-3 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka | 27 |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Avispa Fukuoka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 53 |
| May 02, 2026 | Fagiano Okayama vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 49 |
| May 06, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Vissel Kobe | 70 |
| May 10, 2026 | Gamba Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 66 |
| May 17, 2026 | Kyoto Sanga vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 70 |
| May 23, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Nagoya Grampus | 66 |
Player Market Value
Track Taishi Matsumoto's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €900K
Peak Value €900K (Q4'25)
€900K €450K €0
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Taishi Matsumoto operates as Sanfrecce Hiroshima's Silver Engine. The twenty-eight-year-old midfielder has built a highly pragmatic career traversing the Japanese top flight. Returning to Hiroshima for another stint, he anchors the midfield with his characteristic work rate and exceptional tactical discipline.
While his sample size is emerging, his performances consistently demonstrate a clear tactical identity. Operating as an unrelenting presence in the middle of the park, he has collected eight appearances and logged 558 minutes of crucial action. Officially recognized as a SQUAD PLAYER, he provides a highly dependable rotation option for the managerial staff when structural integrity is required. His form is maintaining a consistent level, underlined by one assist in his recent outings. Rather than looking for the spotlight, he focuses on doing the dirty work. Looking at his profile, his standout Defense dimension tells the story of a specialist who prioritizes breaking up opposition attacks, covering ground, and shielding the backline over individual glory.
Valued at a respectable €1M with a rising market trajectory, Matsumoto proves that functionality dictates value. Teams searching for a seasoned professional who understands the demands of domestic competition will appreciate his no-nonsense approach, tactical maturity, and the steadying influence he brings to any midfield rotation.