Match Summary
Vissel Kobe defeated Kyoto Sanga 3:2. The match was played in J1 League 2024. Goals were scored by Y. Osako 17′, D. Sasaki 45′, Rafael Elias 47′, Marco Túlio 59′, Jean Patrick 83′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Kyoto Sanga had 54% possession while Vissel Kobe held 46%. Kyoto Sanga had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 15 (6 on target) for Vissel Kobe. Expected goals: Kyoto Sanga 0.81 — Vissel Kobe 1.68. Kyoto Sanga made 5 substitutions, Vissel Kobe made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Kyoto Sanga and Vissel Kobe — 5 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Hatsuse
assist: R. Hatsuse
assist: S. Fukuoka
Match Statistics
Kyoto Sanga had 54% possession against Vissel Kobe's 46%. Kyoto Sanga registered 10 shots (4 on target) while Vissel Kobe managed 15 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
Kyoto Sanga lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Cho Kwi-Jae, while Vissel Kobe deployed a 4-3-3 under T. Yoshida.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kyoto Sanga is 6.89, compared to 7.05 for Vissel Kobe. 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. Kyoto Sanga's highest-rated starter is T. Hara (7.19), while Vissel Kobe's best-rated player is T. Miyashiro (7.24).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kyoto Sanga have contributed 12 goals and 16 assists this season, led by T. Hara (5G). Vissel Kobe's starters account for 14 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by T. Miyashiro (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
Kyoto Sanga deploy 4 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against Vissel Kobe's 4-man backline averaging 7.05. 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
Kyoto Sanga field 3 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Vissel Kobe's 3 rated 6.99. 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
Kyoto Sanga start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.19, compared to 3 for Vissel Kobe averaging 7.24. 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.
Discipline
Kyoto Sanga's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Vissel Kobe. 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 Kyoto Sanga's starting XI is 27.5 (youngest: S. Fukuda (25), oldest: Y. Suzuki (33)), while Vissel Kobe average 29.4 (youngest: T. Miyashiro (25), oldest: T. Ohgihara (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
Kyoto Sanga's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 31 for Vissel Kobe. 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, Kyoto Sanga have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Vissel Kobe show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Kyoto Sanga and Vissel Kobe have met 2 times — Kyoto Sanga won 1, Vissel Kobe won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Kyoto Sanga leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (3 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026