Match Summary
Kyoto Sanga and Cerezo Osaka drew 1:1. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by Léo Ceará 33′, T. Matsuda 55′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Kyoto Sanga had 39% possession while Cerezo Osaka held 61%. Kyoto Sanga had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Cerezo Osaka. Expected goals: Kyoto Sanga 2.35 — Cerezo Osaka 1.09. Kyoto Sanga made 3 substitutions, Cerezo Osaka made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Kyoto Sanga and Cerezo Osaka — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Vitor Bueno
assist: S. Kawasaki
Match Statistics
Kyoto Sanga had 39% possession against Cerezo Osaka's 61%. Kyoto Sanga registered 16 shots (7 on target) while Cerezo Osaka managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 11–11.
Lineups
Kyoto Sanga lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Cho Kwi-Jae, while Cerezo Osaka deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Kogiku.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kyoto Sanga is 6.90, compared to 6.78 for Cerezo Osaka. 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. Kyoto Sanga's highest-rated starter is T. Hara (7.19), while Cerezo Osaka's best-rated player is S. Tanaka (7.12).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kyoto Sanga have contributed 11 goals and 20 assists this season, led by T. Hara (5G). Cerezo Osaka's starters account for 3 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by S. Tanaka (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
Kyoto Sanga deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against Cerezo Osaka's 4-man backline averaging 6.70. 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
Kyoto Sanga field 3 midfielders averaging 6.91, versus Cerezo Osaka's 5 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
Kyoto Sanga start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.99, compared to 1 for Cerezo Osaka 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 —% for Kyoto Sanga and 47% for Cerezo Osaka. 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
Kyoto Sanga's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Cerezo Osaka. 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 Kyoto Sanga's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: S. Fukuda (25), oldest: T. Matsuda (30)), while Cerezo Osaka average 28.8 (youngest: R. Nishio (24), oldest: H. Okuno (36)). 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
Kyoto Sanga's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 16 for Cerezo Osaka. 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, Kyoto Sanga have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Cerezo Osaka show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Kyoto Sanga
Cerezo Osaka
Head to Head
Kyoto Sanga and Cerezo Osaka have met 3 times — Kyoto Sanga won 1, Cerezo Osaka won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Cerezo Osaka leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.33 per match (5 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2025.
1
Kyoto Sanga
0
Drawn
2
Cerezo Osaka
Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026