Match Summary
FC Tokyo defeated Urawa 2:0. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by R. Inoue 9′ (o.g.), R. Araki 17′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Urawa had 58% possession while FC Tokyo held 42%. Urawa had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for FC Tokyo. Expected goals: Urawa 0.70 — FC Tokyo 1.19. Urawa made 5 substitutions, FC Tokyo made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Masato Morishige 15′).
Match Events
Key match events between Urawa and FC Tokyo — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Penalty
Match Statistics
Urawa had 58% possession against FC Tokyo's 42%. Urawa registered 15 shots (4 on target) while FC Tokyo managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 1–4. Fouls committed: 17–14.
Lineups
Urawa lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under N. Ikeda, while FC Tokyo deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Cklamovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Urawa is 6.92, compared to 6.79 for FC Tokyo. 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 FC Tokyo's best-rated player is T. Ko (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Urawa have contributed 16 goals and 10 assists this season, led by R. Watanabe (7G). FC Tokyo's starters account for 7 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by T. Ko (2G). 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 FC Tokyo's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus FC Tokyo's 5 rated 6.77. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for FC Tokyo 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 46% for Urawa and 40% for FC Tokyo. 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 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for FC Tokyo. 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 29.5 (youngest: K. Yasui (25), oldest: S. Nishikawa (39)), while FC Tokyo average 28.2 (youngest: K. Tawaratsumida (21), oldest: K. Higashi (35)). 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 31 league appearances each, versus 27 for FC Tokyo. 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, Urawa have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. FC Tokyo show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Urawa and FC Tokyo have met 3 times — Urawa won 1, FC Tokyo won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Tokyo 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 (6 for the home side, 7 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 3–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026