Match Summary
FC Tokyo defeated Nagoya Grampus 4:1. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by K. Higashi 13′, Diego Oliveira 31′ (pen.), T. Ko 65′, T. Nakagawa 81′, S. Inagaki 85′. 5 yellow cards were shown. FC Tokyo had 55% possession while Nagoya Grampus held 45%. FC Tokyo had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Nagoya Grampus. Expected goals: FC Tokyo 2.81 — Nagoya Grampus 0.61. FC Tokyo made 5 substitutions, Nagoya Grampus made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Tokyo and Nagoya Grampus — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: K. Endo
assist: K. Endo
assist: R. Izumi
Match Statistics
FC Tokyo had 55% possession against Nagoya Grampus's 45%. FC Tokyo registered 15 shots (7 on target) while Nagoya Grampus managed 11 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–7. Fouls committed: 15–9.
Lineups
FC Tokyo lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Cklamovski, while Nagoya Grampus deployed a 3-4-2-1 under K. Hasegawa.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Tokyo is 6.79, compared to 6.81 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. FC Tokyo's highest-rated starter is T. Ko (7.07), while Nagoya Grampus's best-rated player is S. Inagaki (7.19).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Tokyo have contributed 7 goals and 8 assists this season, led by T. Ko (2G). Nagoya Grampus's starters account for 17 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
FC Tokyo deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Nagoya Grampus's 3-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
FC Tokyo field 5 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus Nagoya Grampus's 4 rated 6.80. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Nagoya Grampus averaging 6.82. 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 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
FC Tokyo's starters have collected 11 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 FC Tokyo's starting XI is 28.2 (youngest: K. Tawaratsumida (21), oldest: K. Higashi (35)), while Nagoya Grampus average 30.9 (youngest: T. Uchida (27), oldest: K. Nagai (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
FC Tokyo's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 25 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, FC Tokyo have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Nagoya Grampus show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FC Tokyo and Nagoya Grampus have met 2 times — FC Tokyo won 1, Nagoya Grampus 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 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 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 3–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026