Match Summary
Kawasaki Frontale defeated Yokohama F. Marinos 1:0. The match was played in J1 League 2023. Goals were scored by S. Kurumaya 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Yokohama F. Marinos had 57% possession while Kawasaki Frontale held 43%. Yokohama F. Marinos had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 17 (6 on target) for Kawasaki Frontale. Expected goals: Yokohama F. Marinos 1.83 — Kawasaki Frontale 3.18. Yokohama F. Marinos made 6 substitutions, Kawasaki Frontale made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Yokohama F. Marinos and Kawasaki Frontale — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Ominami
Match Statistics
Yokohama F. Marinos had 57% possession against Kawasaki Frontale's 43%. Yokohama F. Marinos registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Kawasaki Frontale managed 17 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 6–10.
Lineups
Yokohama F. Marinos lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under K. Muscat, while Kawasaki Frontale deployed a 4-3-3 under T. Oniki.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Yokohama F. Marinos is 6.88, compared to 6.91 for Kawasaki Frontale. 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 Kawasaki Frontale's best-rated player is K. Takai (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Yokohama F. Marinos have contributed 8 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Yan Matheus (5G). Kawasaki Frontale's starters account for 11 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Y. Wakizaka (7G). 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 Kawasaki Frontale's 4-man backline averaging 6.92. 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 Kawasaki Frontale's 3 rated 7.10. 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 3 for Kawasaki Frontale averaging 6.71. 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 51% for Kawasaki Frontale. 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 6 for Kawasaki Frontale. 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 Kawasaki Frontale average 27.3 (youngest: K. Takai (21), oldest: S. Kurumaya (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
Yokohama F. Marinos's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 21 for Kawasaki Frontale. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Yokohama F. Marinos have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Kawasaki Frontale show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Yokohama F. Marinos and Kawasaki Frontale have met 2 times — Yokohama F. Marinos won 0, Kawasaki Frontale won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Kawasaki Frontale leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (3 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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