Match Summary
Kawasaki Frontale defeated Machida Zelvia 4:1. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by Y. Nakashima 13′, S. Miura 28′, S. Yamada 38′, Erison 50′ (pen.), Marcinho 71′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Machida Zelvia had 36% possession while Kawasaki Frontale held 64%. Machida Zelvia had 10 shots (1 on target) compared to 25 (13 on target) for Kawasaki Frontale. Expected goals: Machida Zelvia 0.64 — Kawasaki Frontale 4.07. Machida Zelvia made 5 substitutions, Kawasaki Frontale made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Machida Zelvia and Kawasaki Frontale — 5 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Fujimoto
assist: Marcinho
assist: Y. Wakizaka
Penalty
assist: S. Miura
Match Statistics
Machida Zelvia had 36% possession against Kawasaki Frontale's 64%. Machida Zelvia registered 10 shots (1 on target) while Kawasaki Frontale managed 25 (13 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 12–6.
Lineups
Machida Zelvia lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under G. Kuroda, while Kawasaki Frontale deployed a 4-4-2 under T. Oniki.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Machida Zelvia is 6.91, compared to 6.96 for Kawasaki Frontale. 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. Machida Zelvia's highest-rated starter is Y. Soma (7.46), while Kawasaki Frontale's best-rated player is S. Miura (7.21).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Machida Zelvia have contributed 13 goals and 11 assists this season, led by Y. Soma (9G). Kawasaki Frontale's starters account for 38 goals and 31 assists, spearheaded by Erison (12G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Machida Zelvia deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Kawasaki Frontale's 4-man backline averaging 7.03. 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
Machida Zelvia field 5 midfielders averaging 6.95, versus Kawasaki Frontale's 4 rated 7.00. 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
Machida Zelvia start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.80, compared to 2 for Kawasaki Frontale averaging 6.92. 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 Machida Zelvia and 51% for Kawasaki Frontale. 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
Machida Zelvia's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 29 for Kawasaki Frontale. 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 Machida Zelvia's starting XI is 33.2 (youngest: Y. Soma (28), oldest: Y. Nakashima (41)), while Kawasaki Frontale average 28.0 (youngest: K. Takai (21), oldest: Jung Sung-Ryong (40)). 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
Machida Zelvia's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 28 for Kawasaki Frontale. 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, Machida Zelvia have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Kawasaki Frontale show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Machida Zelvia
Kawasaki Frontale
Head to Head
Machida Zelvia and Kawasaki Frontale have met 2 times — Machida Zelvia won 0, Kawasaki Frontale won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Kawasaki Frontale leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 12 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (5 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026