Match Summary
FC Tokyo defeated Albirex Niigata 2:0. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by K. Endo 6′, L. Nozawa 77′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FC Tokyo had 34% possession while Albirex Niigata held 66%. FC Tokyo had 7 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Albirex Niigata. FC Tokyo made 5 substitutions, Albirex Niigata made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Tokyo and Albirex Niigata — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Koizumi
assist: K. Koizumi
Match Statistics
FC Tokyo had 34% possession against Albirex Niigata's 66%. FC Tokyo registered 7 shots (3 on target) while Albirex Niigata managed 13 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–1. Fouls committed: 14–13.
Lineups
FC Tokyo lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Cklamovski, while Albirex Niigata deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Matsuhashi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Tokyo is 6.88, compared to 6.81 for Albirex Niigata. 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. FC Tokyo's highest-rated starter is T. Ko (7.07), while Albirex Niigata's best-rated player is M. Hasegawa (6.96).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Tokyo have contributed 7 goals and 9 assists this season, led by T. Nakagawa (2G). Albirex Niigata's starters account for 12 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by M. Hasegawa (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
FC Tokyo deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Albirex Niigata's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. 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
FC Tokyo field 3 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Albirex Niigata's 5 rated 6.81. 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
FC Tokyo start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 1 for Albirex Niigata 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 40% for FC Tokyo and —% for Albirex Niigata. 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
FC Tokyo's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Albirex Niigata. 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 FC Tokyo's starting XI is 27.2 (youngest: T. Nozawa (23), oldest: T. Nakagawa (33)), while Albirex Niigata average 28.2 (youngest: Y. Komi (23), oldest: Y. Horigome (31)). 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
FC Tokyo's starters average 28 league appearances each, versus 28 for Albirex Niigata. 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, FC Tokyo have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Albirex Niigata show 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FC Tokyo and Albirex Niigata have met 2 times — FC Tokyo won 1, Albirex Niigata won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Tokyo leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 3 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 2–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026