Match Summary
Kashiwa Reysol defeated Urawa 1:0. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by K. Kinoshita 72′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Kashiwa Reysol had 39% possession while Urawa held 61%. Kashiwa Reysol had 16 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Urawa. Expected goals: Kashiwa Reysol 1.53 — Urawa 0.51. Kashiwa Reysol made 4 substitutions, Urawa made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Kashiwa Reysol and Urawa — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Matheus Sávio
Match Statistics
Kashiwa Reysol had 39% possession against Urawa's 61%. Kashiwa Reysol registered 16 shots (3 on target) while Urawa managed 8 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 8–8.
Lineups
Kashiwa Reysol lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under M. Ihara, while Urawa deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Høgmo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kashiwa Reysol is 6.91, compared to 6.92 for Urawa. 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. Kashiwa Reysol's highest-rated starter is Y. Yamada (7.08), while Urawa's best-rated player is M. Høibråten (7.17).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kashiwa Reysol have contributed 6 goals and 12 assists this season, led by T. Koyamatsu (3G). Urawa's starters account for 22 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by R. Watanabe (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
Kashiwa Reysol deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Urawa's 4-man backline averaging 7.05. 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
Kashiwa Reysol field 4 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Urawa's 3 rated 6.99. 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
Kashiwa Reysol start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.05, compared to 3 for Urawa averaging 6.75. 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 45% for Kashiwa Reysol and 46% for Urawa. 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
Kashiwa Reysol's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Urawa. 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 Kashiwa Reysol's starting XI is 28.8 (youngest: Y. Yamada (25), oldest: S. Toshima (30)), while Urawa average 30.6 (youngest: H. Ishihara (26), oldest: S. Nishikawa (39)). 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
Kashiwa Reysol's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 27 for Urawa. 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, Kashiwa Reysol have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Urawa show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Kashiwa Reysol and Urawa have met 2 times — Kashiwa Reysol won 2, Urawa won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Kashiwa Reysol leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (6 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026