Match Summary
Nagoya Grampus defeated FC Tokyo 3:1. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by K. Junker 33′ (pen.), K. Junker 66′, K. Junker 71′, R. Araki 78′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Nagoya Grampus had 33% possession while FC Tokyo held 67%. Nagoya Grampus had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for FC Tokyo. Expected goals: Nagoya Grampus 1.72 — FC Tokyo 1.19. Nagoya Grampus made 5 substitutions, FC Tokyo made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Kennedy Mikuni 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between Nagoya Grampus and FC Tokyo — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: R. Izumi
assist: S. Inagaki
assist: Y. Nagatomo
Match Statistics
Nagoya Grampus had 33% possession against FC Tokyo's 67%. Nagoya Grampus registered 8 shots (4 on target) while FC Tokyo managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 10–11.
Lineups
Nagoya Grampus lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under K. Hasegawa, while FC Tokyo deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Cklamovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nagoya Grampus is 6.82, compared to 6.85 for FC Tokyo. 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. Nagoya Grampus's highest-rated starter is S. Inagaki (7.19), while FC Tokyo's best-rated player is T. Ko (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Nagoya Grampus have contributed 17 goals and 15 assists this season, led by S. Inagaki (11G). FC Tokyo's starters account for 9 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by T. Ko (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
Nagoya Grampus deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against FC Tokyo's 4-man backline averaging —. 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
Nagoya Grampus field 4 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus FC Tokyo's 3 rated 6.86. 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
Nagoya Grampus start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.82, compared to 3 for FC Tokyo averaging 6.81. 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 —% for Nagoya Grampus and 40% for FC Tokyo. 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
Nagoya Grampus's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for FC Tokyo. 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 Nagoya Grampus's starting XI is 30.4 (youngest: T. Uchida (27), oldest: K. Nagai (36)), while FC Tokyo average 26.2 (youngest: K. Tawaratsumida (21), oldest: T. Nakagawa (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
Nagoya Grampus's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 29 for FC Tokyo. 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, Nagoya Grampus have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. FC Tokyo show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Nagoya Grampus and FC Tokyo have met 2 times — Nagoya Grampus won 0, FC Tokyo won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Tokyo leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026