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Nagoya Grampus

NAG

日本語

Form: WWLLW

Squad Size 33

City Toyota

Stadium Toyota Stadium

Founded 1939

Nagoya Grampus occupy 2nd with 30 points, trending positively. Their WWLLW record across recent fixtures reflects a side still searching for consistency. Title challenges demand more than good numbers - they require mental fortitude when margins disappear. The squad features K. Nakayama (GOLD TRAY), Y. Kimura (GOLD BOOT), and Y. Yamagishi (SNIPER).

Match Coverage

Nagoya Grampus results, scores, and our take on recent matches

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Score

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Grampus dominated the ball, but Sanfrecce Hiroshima delivered a masterclass in ruthless efficiency. Four goals on five shots on target completely flips the script at the top of the table. The title race just blew wide open. #J1League #SanfrecceHiroshima #NagoyaGrampus

Clinical Hiroshima Shatter Grampus in Crucial Top-Table Clash In a massive title race six-pointer, the hosts proved that ruthless counter-attacking and sheer clinical edge will always trump sterile possession. Early Tension at Edion Peace Wing The stakes could not have been higher under the lights at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima,...

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A genuine J1 League shock! Cerezo Osaka tear apart title-chasing Nagoya Grampus 6-1 at Yodoko Sakura Stadium. Yokoyama and Sakuragawa bag braces in a ruthless counter-attacking masterclass. #J1League #CerezoOsaka #NagoyaGrampus

A Counter-Attacking Masterclass in Osaka Cerezo Osaka dismantled title-chasing Nagoya Grampus in a ruthless transition display that severely dents the visitors' championship aspirations. The Opening Salvo The atmosphere at Yodoko Sakura Stadium crackled from the first exchange, setting the stage for an extraordinary J1 League shock. Cerezo Osaka came into...

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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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A vital 2-1 victory for Nagoya Grampus at Toyota Stadium! Early strikes from Inagaki and Kimura proved too much for Gamba Osaka in this crucial top-of-the-table clash. #J1 #NagoyaGrampus #GambaOsaka

Grampus Claim Summit Clash at Toyota Stadium This thrilling 2-1 victory hands Nagoya Grampus a massive psychological advantage in a crucial top-of-the-table clash where both sides entered level on points. Early Breakthrough The Stakes were exceptionally high as second and third place clashed at Toyota Stadium, with both teams locked...

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Kensuke Nagai stole the show at Peace Stadium! His clinical brace turned the game on its head after Thiago's opener. A massive comeback win for Grampus to keep up the pressure. #J1League #Nagoya

Nagai Masterclass Flips the Script at Peace Stadium Kensuke Nagai's lethal finishing turned a tricky away day into a vital three points for high-flying Nagoya Grampus. The Early Spark Desperation can be a powerful motivator. Sitting in tenth place and suffering through a miserable run of form, V-varen Nagasaki came...

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Fagiano Okayama pull off a stunning comeback at Nagoya Mizuho Athletics Stadium! An 89th-minute equalizer followed by penalty shootout glory! What a league finish! #J1League #FagianoOkayama #NagoyaGrampus

Okayama Steal the Points After Gruelling Penalty Shootout in Nagoya A late equaliser turned a seemingly routine home victory into a chaotic shootout spectacle that will define the visitors' season. The Opening Act The hosts stamped their authority early at Nagoya Mizuho Athletics Stadium, determined to solidify their place at...

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Nagoya Grampus deliver a masterclass in away efficiency! Two clinical strikes sink Shimizu S-pulse at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, cementing their top-three push. #J1League #NagoyaGrampus #ShimizuSpulse

Clinical Nagoya Punish Blunt Shimizu A masterclass in away-day efficiency saw Grampus expose their hosts' lack of cutting edge, securing a crucial three points in the upper-table mix. Opening Act Shimizu S-pulse edged possession in the early stages at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, attempting to dictate the tempo. Yet, their control...

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Two goals down, late equalizer, and penalty shootout drama! Nagoya Grampus refuse to yield ground in the standings, surviving an epic clash against Avispa Fukuoka. #J1League #NagoyaGrampus #Drama

Spot-Kick Salvation: Grampus Complete Thrilling Comeback A staggering display of resilience kept the title chasers on track as a two-goal deficit dissolved into penalty shootout ecstasy. The Early Shock Visitors Avispa Fukuoka stunned the Nagoya Mizuho Athletics Stadium with a first-half masterclass in transition football. Controlling just 36% of the...

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A relentless thriller at Noevir Stadium Kobe! Vissel Kobe claw back from the brink with two late goals to sink Nagoya Grampus 3-2. Muto's magic off the bench seals a classic! #VisselKobe #J1League #NagoyaGrampus

Substitutes Rescue Vissel Kobe in Five-Goal Classic An extraordinary display of resilience saw the hosts overturn a deficit to claim all three points in a mesmerizing back-and-forth encounter. Opening Act A barrage of 29 total shots turned Noevir Stadium Kobe into a frantic shooting gallery right from the outset. The...

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Nagoya Grampus goes nuclear! A devastating 15-minute blitz destroys Cerezo Osaka 3-0 at Toyota Stadium. Yuya Yamagishi’s clinical brace steals fifth place in style! #J1League #NagoyaGrampus #JLeague

The 15-Minute Demolition A ruthless second-half onslaught transformed a tense stalemate into a definitive statement victory for the hosts in the race for the top five. The Possession Illusion Cerezo Osaka arrived at Toyota Stadium aiming to dictate terms. They controlled possession with 59% of the ball, deliberately trying to...

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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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The scoreboard says Nagoya takes the points, but the real story is their lethal efficiency against a dominant Sanfrecce side. A vital home win. #J1League #NagoyaGrampus #SanfrecceHiroshima

Nagoya's Clinical Edge Sinks Sanfrecce Our verdict: Nagoya's ruthless finishing overpowered Sanfrecce's territorial control in a clash that defied the underlying metrics. Opening Act Nagoya Grampus didn't waste a single second at Toyota Stadium. Y. Yamagishi ripped up the pre-match script with a massive opener in the 4th minute. That...

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A masterclass in clinical finishing! Vissel Kobe tore through Nagoya Grampus with 21 shots, cementing their spot at the top of the J1 League. Nagato's late strike was the perfect finale. #J1League #VisselKobe #NagoyaGrampus

A Clinical Masterclass Keeps Vissel Kobe at the Summit A ruthless display of attacking efficiency exposed the tactical gap between the league leaders and the chasing pack on a difficult afternoon at Toyota Stadium. The Early Warning Sign Toyota Stadium was silenced almost before the home fans could settle into...

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Nagoya Grampus ripped up the script at Best Denki Stadium, dismantling Avispa Fukuoka 5-1. Yamagishi’s brace left the hosts totally stunned. A massive away statement! #JLeague #NagoyaGrampus #AvispaFukuoka

Best Denki Demolition: Nagoya Grampus Run Riot A stunning offensive clinic saw the visitors completely dismantle their hosts, turning an expected tight affair into a historic 5-1 rout. Early Onslaught The visitors wasted no time flipping the script at Best Denki Stadium, silencing the home crowd almost immediately. Nagoya Grampus...

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The 1-1 scoreline hides the real story. Nagoya controlled the ball, but Okayama’s substitutes tore up the script before winning a brutal penalty shootout. #J1League #Okayama #Nagoya

City Light Stadium Stunner: Super Subs Force Shootout Glory A masterclass in bench deployment flipped the script, culminating in Fagiano Okayama holding their nerve to win a dramatic shootout. Tactical Patience The early exchanges at City Light Stadium were defined by pure tactical chess. Nagoya Grampus controlled possession early on,...

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Season Statistics

Full league record with goals, form, and recent streaks

J1 League 2nd Place

Form

WWLLWLWLWL

Record

P17

W10

Pts30

Win%59%

Goals

Scored31

Conceded27

Diff +4

Avg/G1.8

Conc/G1.6

Defense & Discipline

Clean Sheets5

Failed to Score1

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	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	L 2-4	J1 League	89	A
May 17, 2026	Cerezo Osaka	L 1-6	J1 League	93	A
May 10, 2026	Kyoto Sanga	W 3-0	J1 League	43	H
May 06, 2026	Gamba Osaka	W 2-1	J1 League	41	H
May 03, 2026	V-varen Nagasaki	W 2-1	J1 League	55	A
Apr 29, 2026	Fagiano Okayama	D 1-1 (PEN 4-5)	J1 League	73	H
Apr 25, 2026	Shimizu S-pulse	W 2-0	J1 League	24	A
Apr 19, 2026	Avispa Fukuoka	D 2-2 (PEN 5-4)	J1 League	100	H
Apr 11, 2026	Vissel Kobe	L 2-3	J1 League	97	A
Apr 04, 2026	Cerezo Osaka	W 3-0	J1 League	38	H
Mar 22, 2026	Kyoto Sanga	D 1-1 (PEN 4-5)	J1 League	33	A
Mar 18, 2026	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	W 2-1	J1 League	50	H
Mar 14, 2026	Vissel Kobe	L 0-3	J1 League	29	H
Mar 07, 2026	Avispa Fukuoka	W 5-1	J1 League	80	A
Mar 01, 2026	Fagiano Okayama	D 1-1 (PEN 4-5)	J1 League	32	A
Feb 21, 2026	V-varen Nagasaki	L 1-3	J1 League	71	H
Feb 15, 2026	Gamba Osaka	D 0-0 (PEN 3-2)	J1 League	19	A
Feb 08, 2026	Shimizu S-pulse	W 1-0	J1 League	28	H