Match Summary
Kawasaki Frontale defeated Nagoya Grampus 2:1. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by A. Ienaga 5′, A. Ienaga 18′, Ha Chang-Rae 89′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Kawasaki Frontale had 49% possession while Nagoya Grampus held 51%. Kawasaki Frontale had 13 shots (3 on target) compared to 20 (7 on target) for Nagoya Grampus. Expected goals: Kawasaki Frontale 2.70 — Nagoya Grampus 3.81. Kawasaki Frontale made 4 substitutions, Nagoya Grampus made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Kawasaki Frontale and Nagoya Grampus — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Takai
assist: K. Mikuni
Match Statistics
Kawasaki Frontale had 49% possession against Nagoya Grampus's 51%. Kawasaki Frontale registered 13 shots (3 on target) while Nagoya Grampus managed 20 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 9–7. Fouls committed: 14–11.
Lineups
Kawasaki Frontale lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under T. Oniki, while Nagoya Grampus deployed a 3-4-2-1 under K. Hasegawa.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kawasaki Frontale is 7.03, compared to 6.86 for Nagoya Grampus. 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. Kawasaki Frontale's highest-rated starter is H. Yamauchi (7.53), while Nagoya Grampus's best-rated player is S. Inagaki (7.19).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kawasaki Frontale have contributed 11 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Y. Wakizaka (7G). Nagoya Grampus's starters account for 19 goals and 15 assists, spearheaded by S. Inagaki (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Kawasaki Frontale deploy 4 defenders rated 6.94 on average, against Nagoya Grampus's 3-man backline averaging 6.76. 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
Kawasaki Frontale field 5 midfielders averaging 7.31, versus Nagoya Grampus's 4 rated 6.92. 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
Kawasaki Frontale start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Nagoya Grampus averaging 6.78. 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 51% for Kawasaki Frontale and —% for Nagoya Grampus. 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
Kawasaki Frontale's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 for Nagoya Grampus. 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 Kawasaki Frontale's starting XI is 28.4 (youngest: K. Takai (21), oldest: Jung Sung-Ryong (40)), while Nagoya Grampus average 29.9 (youngest: T. Uchida (27), oldest: S. Inagaki (34)). 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
Kawasaki Frontale's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 28 for Nagoya Grampus. 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, Kawasaki Frontale have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Nagoya Grampus show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Kawasaki Frontale and Nagoya Grampus have met 2 times — Kawasaki Frontale won 2, Nagoya Grampus won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Kawasaki Frontale leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.50 per match (8 for the home side, 3 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 3–4 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026