Active in J1 League

Taishi Matsumoto

Midfielder #14
Age 27 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €1M

Career

No transfer history

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.

Player Rating

Taishi Matsumoto
26
Rating
40
steady
Form
⚡ Skills 36
🎯 Clutch 43
🎨 Style 41
📊 Ability 40
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Midfielder

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

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 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 8 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 42 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 23 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 38 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
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 League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Apr 18, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 V-varen Nagasaki J1 League 96' 7.0 0 0 43 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Apr 11, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Shimizu S-pulse J1 League 76' 6.9 - 0 90 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Apr 05, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0-1 Avispa Fukuoka J1 League 0' - 0 0 34 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Mar 27, 2026 Vissel Kobe 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima J1 League 89' 6.5 0 0 76 Noevir Stadium
Mar 22, 2026 Shimizu S-pulse 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima J1 League 45' 6.9 0 1 53 IAI Stadium Nihondaira
Mar 18, 2026 Nagoya Grampus 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima J1 League 90' 7.3 0 0 53 Toyota Stadium
Mar 14, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 Gamba Osaka J1 League 45' 6.9 0 0 47 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Mar 11, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-0 Johor Darul Takzim FC AFC Champions League Elite 95' 7.2 0 0 64 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Mar 04, 2026 Johor Darul Takzim FC 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima AFC Champions League Elite 97' 6.5 0 0 90 Sultan Ibrahim Stadium
Feb 27, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-2 Kyoto Sanga J1 League 90' 6.2 0 0 76 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Feb 22, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 1-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima J1 League 19' 6.2 0 0 62 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Feb 17, 2026 FC Seoul 2-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima AFC Champions League Elite 94' 5.9 0 0 73 Seoul World Cup Stadium
Feb 14, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Fagiano Okayama J1 League 90' 6.9 - 0 48 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Feb 10, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-1 Johor Darul Takzim FC AFC Champions League Elite 72' 7.0 0 0 33 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Feb 06, 2026 V-varen Nagasaki 1-3 Sanfrecce Hiroshima J1 League 90' 6.3 0 0 41 Peace Stadium

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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