Match Summary
Yokohama F. Marinos defeated Kyoto Sanga 4:1. The match was played in J1 League 2023. Goals were scored by T. Nishimura 10′, S. Fukuda 40′, S. Asada 49′ (o.g.), Yan Matheus 64′, K. Mizunuma 86′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Yokohama F. Marinos had 59% possession while Kyoto Sanga held 41%. Yokohama F. Marinos had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (2 on target) for Kyoto Sanga. Yokohama F. Marinos made 5 substitutions, Kyoto Sanga made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Kota Mizunuma 88′).
Match Events
Key match events between Yokohama F. Marinos and Kyoto Sanga — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Yan Matheus
assist: Y. Toyokawa
Own Goal
assist: Marcos Júnior
assist: K. Sugimoto
Match Statistics
Yokohama F. Marinos had 59% possession against Kyoto Sanga's 41%. Yokohama F. Marinos registered 14 shots (4 on target) while Kyoto Sanga managed 11 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 10–18.
Lineups
Yokohama F. Marinos lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under K. Muscat, while Kyoto Sanga deployed a 5-4-1 under Cho Kwi-Jae.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Yokohama F. Marinos is 6.88, compared to 6.79 for Kyoto Sanga. 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. Yokohama F. Marinos's highest-rated starter is Yan Matheus (7.10), while Kyoto Sanga's best-rated player is S. Fukuda (6.80).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Yokohama F. Marinos have contributed 8 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Yan Matheus (5G). Kyoto Sanga's starters account for 6 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by S. Fukuda (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Yokohama F. Marinos deploy 4 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Kyoto Sanga's 5-man backline averaging 6.80. 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
Yokohama F. Marinos field 5 midfielders averaging 6.95, versus Kyoto Sanga's 4 rated 6.78. 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
Yokohama F. Marinos start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 1 for Kyoto Sanga averaging —. 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 40% for Yokohama F. Marinos and —% for Kyoto Sanga. 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
Yokohama F. Marinos's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Kyoto Sanga. 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 Yokohama F. Marinos's starting XI is 29.6 (youngest: K. Watanabe (27), oldest: K. Matsubara (32)), while Kyoto Sanga average 27.5 (youngest: S. Fukuda (25), oldest: T. Matsuda (30)). 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
Yokohama F. Marinos's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 28 for Kyoto Sanga. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Yokohama F. Marinos have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Kyoto Sanga show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Yokohama F. Marinos and Kyoto Sanga have met 2 times — Yokohama F. Marinos won 1, Kyoto Sanga won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–3 in 2025.
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Yokohama F. Marinos
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
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