11 March 2026 at 10:00
Match Summary
Vissel Kobe defeated FC Seoul 2:1. The match was played in AFC Champions League Elite 2025. Goals were scored by P. Klimala 20′, Y. Osako 78′, Y. Ideguchi 89′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Vissel Kobe had 50% possession while FC Seoul held 50%. Vissel Kobe had 18 shots (5 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for FC Seoul. Expected goals: Vissel Kobe 2.12 — FC Seoul 1.01. Vissel Kobe made 2 substitutions, FC Seoul made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Vissel Kobe and FC Seoul — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Song Min-Kyu
assist: Y. Muto
Match Statistics
Vissel Kobe had 50% possession against FC Seoul's 50%. Vissel Kobe registered 18 shots (5 on target) while FC Seoul managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 11–15.
Lineups
Vissel Kobe lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Michael Skibbe, while FC Seoul deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Gi-Dong Kim.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Vissel Kobe is 6.98, compared to 6.66 for FC Seoul. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Vissel Kobe's highest-rated starter is D. Maekawa (7.55), while FC Seoul's best-rated player is Choi Jun (6.85).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Vissel Kobe have contributed 10 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Y. Muto (4G). FC Seoul's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by P. Klimala (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Vissel Kobe deploy 4 defenders rated 7.00 on average, against FC Seoul's 4-man backline averaging 6.75. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Vissel Kobe field 3 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus FC Seoul's 5 rated 6.60. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Vissel Kobe start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.88, compared to 1 for FC Seoul averaging 6.63. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 75% for Vissel Kobe and 76% for FC Seoul. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Vissel Kobe's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for FC Seoul. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Vissel Kobe's starting XI is 27.6 (youngest: K. Hamasaki (18), oldest: Y. Muto (33)), while FC Seoul average 26.5 (youngest: J. Son (18), oldest: Kim Jin-Su (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Vissel Kobe's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 6 for FC Seoul. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Michael Skibbe
Substitutes
Coach: Gi-Dong Kim
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Vissel Kobe have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. FC Seoul show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Vissel Kobe vs FC Seoul Head to Head Results
Vissel Kobe and FC Seoul have met 2 times — Vissel Kobe won 2, FC Seoul won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Vissel Kobe leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (3 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 20 Apr 2026