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Kyoto Sanga

KYO

日本語

Form: LWWWL

Squad Size 30

City Kameoka

Stadium Sanga Stadium by Kyocera

Founded 1922

Kyoto Sanga occupy 10th in J1 League with 21 points collected, in good shape. The numbers reflect stability - neither the anxiety of relegation nor the ecstasy of title challenges. Mid-table security provides foundation, but ambition requires more. The squad features Rafael Elias (PLATINUM BOOT), Marco Túlio (GOLD BOOT), and Henrique Trevisan (INTERCEPTOR).

Match Coverage

Kyoto Sanga results, scores, and our take on recent matches

Date

Match

Score

League

Coverage

Kyoto Sanga snaps the winless streak! Rafael Elias delivers the decisive blow at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera, while V-varen Nagasaki records zero shots on target. #KyotoSanga #J1League #Matchday

Elias Ignites Kyoto Revival at Sanga Stadium Kyoto Sanga turned relentless attacking pressure into a season-shifting victory, snapping a painful five-match winless streak. Relentless Offensive Front Kyoto Sanga stepped onto the pitch at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera determined to rewrite their recent dismal form. They established early dominance and controlled...

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Sanfrecce Hiroshima tore through Sanga Stadium by Kyocera, dismantling Kyoto Sanga 4-0. Despite Kyoto controlling possession, Sanfrecce’s ruthless attacking siege proved entirely overwhelming. #J1League #Sanfrecce #KyotoSanga

Sanfrecce Hiroshima's Ruthless Siege Silences Sanga Stadium An absolute attacking masterclass from Sanfrecce Hiroshima turned a possession-heavy Kyoto side into mere bystanders in their own backyard. Early Intent and Breakthrough Kyoto Sanga initially controlled possession, attempting to dictate the tempo on home soil. However, the off-the-charts Intensity from the visitors...

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A scrappy affair at Noevir Stadium Kobe turns on a knife-edge. Kyoto denied by VAR, before a cruel own goal hands Vissel Kobe all three points to maintain their title push. #VisselKobe #J1League #KyotoSanga

Fine Margins and Frustration at Noevir Stadium A distinctly underwhelming contest was settled by the cruelest of deflections, keeping the hosts firmly anchored in the title race. A Stuttering Start Expectations were high given the Stakes for the home side, but the opening exchanges at Noevir Stadium Kobe offered little...

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A masterclass at Toyota Stadium! Nagoya Grampus surrender possession but deliver a ruthless 3-0 win over Kyoto Sanga, fueled by Y. Yamagishi's incredible hat-trick. #J1League #Nagoya #HatTrick

Ruthless Nagoya Extend Lead Behind Yamagishi Masterclass A tactical lesson in efficiency saw the league leaders ruthlessly punish their opponents' high possession with deadly finishing. The Early Blow It took just nine minutes for the league leaders to make their mark at Toyota Stadium, setting a relentless tempo from the...

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Avispa Fukuoka and Kyoto Sanga trade blows before a dramatic shootout finish. Sani Brown's late equalizer forces the issue from the spot. Mid-table margins are razor-thin. #J1League #Avispa #Sanga

Sani Brown Rescues Fukuoka Before Penalty Drama A relentless mid-table scrap at Best Denki Stadium proved that possession guarantees nothing when your opponents refuse to lie down. Early Domination Kyoto Sanga dominated possession (60%) from the jump, pinning the hosts deep in their own half. Rafael Elias gave them the...

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Shimizu S-pulse turn the tie on its head after a crucial red card! Sanga Stadium witnesses an incredible comeback as numerical advantage pays off. What a total collapse. #J1League #Kyoto #Shimizu

Ten Men Crumble in Kyoto Comeback Drama A foolish first-half red card completely destroyed the hosts' early momentum and handed all three points to a relentless visiting side. Early Breakthrough Kyoto Sanga stepped onto the turf at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera with quiet confidence. Their recent run of form suggested...

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Late drama at Sanga Stadium! Arai's 89th-min goal met by Minamino's 94th-min stunner. Kyoto eventually survive a grueling 14-kick shootout to win. #J1League #KyotoSanga #GambaOsaka

Penalty Heartbreak Follows Injury-Time Madness in Kyoto A breathtaking finish saw Sanga surrender a late lead before holding their nerve in a marathon shootout to topple third-placed Gamba Osaka. Tactical Chess in Kyoto The top-five clash kicked off at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera with an incredibly high level of Balance...

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Cerezo Osaka delivered a masterclass in efficiency, burying Kyoto Sanga 3-0 despite having fewer chances. Three shots on target, three goals. The scoreboard hides the tactical war. #J1League #Cerezo #KyotoSanga

Clinical Cerezo Osaka Punish Profligate Kyoto A ruthless display of finishing settled this top-half clash as the hosts made every single shot on target count to leapfrog their rivals. The Opening Salvo At Yodoko Sakura Stadium, this was a clash between fourth and fifth in the J1 League table. The...

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A ruthless five-star performance from Kyoto Sanga leaves Fagiano Okayama in the dust! João Pedro's masterclass lights up Sanga Stadium by Kyocera. What a title statement! #J1League #KyotoSanga #JoaoPedro

Five-Star Sanga Dismantle Okayama in Kyoto Masterclass An explosive attacking display cements Kyoto's position at the summit while plunging Okayama deeper into early relegation fears. Opening Act Sanga Stadium by Kyocera was treated to a blistering start. Kyoto Sanga came out firing, dictating the early tempo with controlled possession. The...

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Gamba Osaka dismantled Kyoto Sanga in this top-table clash, reducing the visitors to zero shots on target. The 2-0 scoreline flatters a thoroughly outclassed away side. #GambaOsaka #KyotoSanga #J1

Gamba Osaka Starve Kyoto Sanga in One-Sided Summit Clash What was billed as a nail-biting battle at the summit dissolved into a tactical mismatch, as Gamba Osaka completely dismantled their rivals and starved Kyoto of a single shot on target. The Early Siege With both sides locked on 17 points...

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The scoreboard reads 1-1, but that doesn't capture the relentless 35-shot crossfire. A monumental shootout win that could redefine the entire title race. Serious mentality on display today. #J1League #KyotoSanga #MatchdayDrama

Shootout Drama Caps Off Top-Five Thriller This high-table clash transformed from a tactical stalemate into a wild shooting gallery, ultimately requiring a dramatic shootout to separate two title-chasing sides. Early Shocks The visitors edged possession early at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera, looking to impose their rhythm on a venue that...

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V-varen struck early, but Kyoto Sanga's title-chasing resilience shone through! The scoreboard says 2-1, but the real story is Kyoto's sheer willpower on the road. #J1League #KyotoSanga #JLeague

Kyoto Sanga's Resilient Comeback Silences Peace Stadium Kyoto Sanga's ability to absorb an early blow and methodically dismantle their hosts underscores their serious title-chasing credentials. The Early Shockwave The action at Peace Stadium erupted in the blink of an eye. V-varen Nagasaki struck a massive early blow when Thiago found...

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A 90th-minute dagger from Tanaka completes a brilliant away comeback for Cerezo Osaka! Tactical masterclass and ultimate heartbreak at Sanga Stadium. #J1League #CerezoOsaka #KyotoSanga

Tanaka's Late Strike Seals Cerezo's Stunning Comeback A spectacular 90th-minute winner capped off an away masterclass, completely upending the table dynamics in Kyoto. Opening Act Sanga Stadium by Kyocera set the stage for a gritty battle where Kyoto Sanga edged possession and relentlessly probed the visitors' defense. The Balance of...

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Fagiano Okayama defied the odds! Two late substitutes combined to flip the script, stunning high-flying Kyoto Sanga 1-0 in a massive upset at City Light Stadium. #J1League #Upset #FagianoOkayama

Super Subs Ignite Spectacular Shock A staggering upset at City Light Stadium saw the hosts snatch all three points thanks to a late stroke of substitute brilliance. Opening Act City Light Stadium witnessed a tactical chess match right from the off, as Kyoto Sanga looked to cement their strong league...

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Kyoto Sanga steal all 3 points at Edion Peace Wing! A 90th-minute Trevisan winner caps a stunning turnaround to leave Sanfrecce stunned. Pure late-game chaos! #J1League #KyotoSanga #Sanfrecce

A 90th-Minute Stunner Steals the Show in Hiroshima A breathless encounter defined by a controversial VAR decision and a ruthless late turnaround that keeps Kyoto Sanga flying high near the top of the table. The Opening Salvo Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima turned into a shooting gallery early on as the...

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Season Statistics

Full league record with goals, form, and recent streaks

J1 League 10th Place

Form

LWWWLLWWLW

Record

P17

L10

Pts21

Win%41%

Goals

Scored21

Conceded28

Diff -7

Avg/G1.2

Conc/G1.6

Defense & Discipline

Clean Sheets1

Failed to Score6

Best Streaks

3 Win Streak

2 Loss Streak

League Standings

Full J1 League table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos	Team	P	Pts	GF	GA	GD
1	Kashima	18	45	31	11	+20
2	FC Tokyo	18	37	32	18	+14
3	Machida Zelvia	18	37	28	22	+6
4	Tokyo Verdy	17	28	22	20	+2
5	Urawa	18	25	25	22	+3
6	Kawasaki Frontale	17	25	23	27	-4
7	Mito Hollyhock	17	18	22	36	-14
8	Kashiwa Reysol	17	17	18	22	-4
9	Yokohama F. Marinos	17	17	22	31	-9
10	JEF United Chiba	17	12	16	30	-14

P: 18 GD: +20

P: 18 GD: +14

P: 18 GD: +6

P: 17 GD: +2

P: 18 GD: +3

P: 17 GD: -4

P: 17 GD: -14

P: 17 GD: -4

P: 17 GD: -9

P: 17 GD: -14

League Standings

Full J1 League table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos	Team	P	Pts	GF	GA	GD
1	Vissel Kobe	18	35	29	25	+4
2	Nagoya Grampus	18	31	33	31	+2
3	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	18	30	31	23	+8
4	Cerezo Osaka	17	28	27	19	+8
5	Fagiano Okayama	17	26	24	26	-2
6	Gamba Osaka	17	25	29	24	+5
7	Shimizu S-pulse	17	24	22	23	-1
8	V-varen Nagasaki	17	21	21	28	-7
9	Avispa Fukuoka	18	21	21	31	-10
10	Kyoto Sanga	17	20	21	28	-7

P: 18 GD: +4

P: 18 GD: +2

P: 18 GD: +8

P: 17 GD: +8

P: 17 GD: -2

P: 17 GD: +5

P: 17 GD: -1

P: 17 GD: -7

P: 18 GD: -10

P: 17 GD: -7

Match History

Recent results and upcoming fixtures with scores and standings

Date	Opponent	Result	Competition	FutMetrix	H/A
May 23, 2026	V-varen Nagasaki	W 1-0	J1 League	27	H
May 17, 2026	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	L 0-4	J1 League	36	H
May 13, 2026	Vissel Kobe	L 0-1	J1 League	19	A
May 10, 2026	Nagoya Grampus	L 0-3	J1 League	43	A
May 06, 2026	Avispa Fukuoka	D 1-1 (PEN 4-5)	J1 League	32	A
May 02, 2026	Shimizu S-pulse	L 1-2	J1 League	68	H
Apr 29, 2026	Gamba Osaka	D 1-1 (PEN 5-4)	J1 League	74	H
Apr 18, 2026	Cerezo Osaka	L 0-3	J1 League	37	A
Apr 11, 2026	Fagiano Okayama	W 5-1	J1 League	82	H
Apr 04, 2026	Gamba Osaka	L 0-2	J1 League	28	A
Mar 22, 2026	Nagoya Grampus	D 1-1 (PEN 5-4)	J1 League	33	H
Mar 18, 2026	V-varen Nagasaki	W 2-1	J1 League	44	A
Mar 14, 2026	Cerezo Osaka	L 1-2	J1 League	65	H
Mar 08, 2026	Fagiano Okayama	L 0-1	J1 League	30	A
Feb 27, 2026	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	W 2-1	J1 League	75	A
Feb 22, 2026	Avispa Fukuoka	W 2-0	J1 League	27	H
Feb 14, 2026	Shimizu S-pulse	D 1-1 (PEN 3-1)	J1 League	49	A
Feb 06, 2026	Vissel Kobe	D 1-1 (PEN 1-4)	J1 League	28	H