Match Summary
Urawa defeated Kyoto Sanga 3:0. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by K. Yasui 42′, R. Watanabe 55′, Thiago Santana 77′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Urawa had 61% possession while Kyoto Sanga held 39%. Urawa had 19 shots (9 on target) compared to 11 (1 on target) for Kyoto Sanga. Expected goals: Urawa 2.64 — Kyoto Sanga 1.26. Urawa made 5 substitutions, Kyoto Sanga made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Urawa and Kyoto Sanga — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Thiago Santana
assist: A. Ito
assist: Y. Koizumi
Match Statistics
Urawa had 61% possession against Kyoto Sanga's 39%. Urawa registered 19 shots (9 on target) while Kyoto Sanga managed 11 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 9–6. Fouls committed: 5–22.
Lineups
Urawa lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Høgmo, while Kyoto Sanga deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Cho Kwi-Jae.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Urawa is 6.92, compared to 6.84 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. Urawa's highest-rated starter is M. Høibråten (7.17), while Kyoto Sanga's best-rated player is T. Hara (7.19).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Urawa have contributed 16 goals and 6 assists this season, led by R. Watanabe (7G). Kyoto Sanga's starters account for 13 goals and 16 assists, spearheaded by T. Hara (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Urawa deploy 4 defenders rated 7.04 on average, against Kyoto Sanga's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. 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
Urawa field 3 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus Kyoto Sanga's 5 rated 6.72. 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
Urawa start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 1 for Kyoto Sanga averaging 7.19. 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 46% for Urawa 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
Urawa's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 19 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 Urawa's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: K. Yasui (25), oldest: S. Nishikawa (39)), while Kyoto Sanga average 28.1 (youngest: S. Fukuda (25), oldest: Y. Suzuki (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
Urawa's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 26 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Urawa have recorded 3 wins, 1 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
Urawa and Kyoto Sanga have met 2 times — Urawa won 1, Kyoto Sanga won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Urawa leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 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 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026