Tokyo Verdy vs Vissel Kobe, J. League 2024 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Tokyo Verdy vs Vissel Kobe — J. League at Ajinomoto Stadium.
- Tokyo Verdy 18 games · 28 pts (2026/26)
- Vissel Kobe 18 games · 35 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vissel Kobe | 18 | 35 |
| 2 | Cerezo Osaka FC | 18 | 31 |
| 3 | Nagoya Grampus | 18 | 31 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 18 | 30 |
| 5 | Gamba Osaka | 18 | 28 |
| 6 | Fagiano Okayama FC | 18 | 26 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 18 | 24 |
| 8 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 18 | 23 |
| 9 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 18 | 21 |
| 10 | Avispa Fukuoka | 18 | 21 |
| 11 | Kashima Antlers | 18 | 45 |
| 12 | FC Tōkyō | 18 | 37 |
| 13 | FC Machida Zelvia | 18 | 37 |
| 14 | Kawasaki Frontale | 18 | 28 |
| 15 | Tokyo Verdy | 18 | 28 |
| 16 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 18 | 25 |
| 17 | Kashiwa Reysol | 18 | 20 |
| 18 | Yokohama F·Marinos | 18 | 20 |
| 19 | FC Mito Holly Hock | 18 | 18 |
| 20 | JEF United Ichihara Chiba | 18 | 12 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | Vissel Kobe | H | 1–1 | D |
| 23 Oct | Albirex Niigata | A | 2–0 | W |
| 19 Oct | Urawa Red Diamonds | H | 2–1 | W |
| 06 Oct | Shonan Bellmare | H | 0–2 | L |
| 28 Sep | Gamba Osaka | A | 1–1 | D |
| 22 Sep | Sagan Tosu FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | Tokyo Verdy | A | 1–1 | D |
| 01 Nov | Jubilo Iwata | H | 2–0 | W |
| 18 Oct | FC Tōkyō | H | 0–2 | L |
| 06 Oct | Kyoto Sanga FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 28 Sep | Urawa Red Diamonds | H | 1–0 | W |
| 22 Sep | Albirex Niigata | A | 3–2 | W |
Season Stats
| Tokyo Verdy | Vissel Kobe | |
|---|---|---|
| #15 | Position | #1 |
| 28 | Points | 35 |
| 18 | Played | 18 |
| 10 / 0 / 8 | W / D / L | 11 / 0 / 7 |
| 29 | Scored | 41 |
| 32 | Conceded | 37 |
| -3 | GD | +4 |
| 1.56 | PPG | 1.94 |
| 56% | Win % | 61% |
Key Stats
25%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
25%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
22%
Clean Sheets
Tokyo Verdy this season
Tokyo Verdy this season
33%
Clean Sheets
Vissel Kobe this season
Vissel Kobe this season
Tokyo Verdy are 15th (28 pts). Vissel Kobe are 1st (35 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Tokyo Verdy
0-15
–/–
16-30
1/3
31-45
2/4
46-60
3/3
61-75
2/1
76+
1/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Vissel Kobe
0-15
–/–
16-30
3/4
31-45
3/4
46-60
–/2
61-75
4/1
76+
3/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Tokyo Verdy to score. At the same time, Vissel Kobe does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' It looks surprising Vissel Kobe does not make any changes. Hijiri Onaga has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 7' Magnificent from Tetsushi Yamakawa! That is 5 goals in 444 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 12' It is a cagey affair so far. Tokyo Verdy in their trying to find a way past Vissel Kobe's compact .
- 17' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 22' Japan international Kosuke Saito has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 27' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Vissel Kobe needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 32' Yoshinori Muto has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 15 appearances with only 2 goals this season.
- 37' Both keepers have barely been tested. Tokyo Verdy and Vissel Kobe are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 42' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 42 minutes.
- 46' The Tokyo Verdy bench stirs into life. Goki Yamada is withdrawn and Hiroto Yamami gets his opportunity.
- 51' It looks like no one’s ball. Tokyo Verdy is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 56' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 61' A change in the Vissel Kobe ranks — Rikuto Hirose exits the field as Jean Patric enters on 61.
- 66' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 71' Tokyo Verdy is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 72' Another change for Vissel Kobe made on 72 minute. Daiju Sasaki leaves to be changed by Haruya Ide.
- 75' Yuan Matsuhashi gets the nod from Tokyo Verdy. He replaces Hijiri Onaga and will look to change the dynamic.
- 80' Over 80 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 83' Ryo Hatsuse is replacing Taisei Miyashiro for the Vissel Kobe side.
- 86' Yuta Matsumura has so much to prove this time. He replaces Tomoya Miki on 86 minute.
- 88' The referee calls foul for Yuto Tsunashima. He receives a card.
- Hope, you loved the show. Another epic battle is over with the score 1-1.
Lineups
Tokyo Verdy Lineups
Starting XI
- 22
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 1
- 20
- 15
- 3
- 10
- 23
- 27
Bench
- 47
- 9
- 33
- 21
- 4
- 11
- 28
Coach
Hiroshi Jofuku
Vissel Kobe Lineups
Starting XI
- 3
- 11
- 7
- 6
- 1
-
22
Daiju Sasaki ↓ Haruya Ide 72'
-
9
Taisei Miyashiro ↓ Ryo Hatsuse 83'
-
23
Rikuto Hirose ↓ Jean Patric 61'
- 4
-
25
Yuya Kuwasaki ↓ Ryuho Kikuchi 72'
- 15
Bench
- 21
-
19
Ryo Hatsuse ↑ 83'
-
18
Haruya Ide ↑ 72'
-
96
Hotaru Yamaguchi ↑ 83'
-
26
Jean Patric ↑ 61'
- 14
-
81
Ryuho Kikuchi ↑ 72'
Coach
Takayuki Yoshida
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Taisei Miyashiro | 2 |
| Erik | 1 |
| Hotaru Yamaguchi | 1 |
| Thuler | 1 |
| Tetsushi Yamakawa | 1 |
| Koya Yuruki | 1 |
| Yuya Osako | 1 |
Tokyo Verdy Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.51
Tokyo Verdy xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.49
Vissel Kobe xG
I would bet for:
Tokyo Verdy or Vissel Kobe 74% + Both teams to score 61%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 80% |
|
20% |
| ± 2.5 | 57% |
|
43% |
| ± 3.5 | 35% |
|
65% |
| ± 4.5 | 19% |
|
81% |
Double Chance
Tokyo Verdy or Draw
66%
Draw or Vissel Kobe
60%
Tokyo Verdy or Vissel Kobe
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Vissel Kobe win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
2 – 1
8.1%
1 – 2
8%
0 – 0
6.7%
1 – 0
6.7%
0 – 1
6.5%
2 – 2
6.1%
2 – 0
5.6%
0 – 2
5.5%
3 – 1
4.1%
1 – 3
4%
3 – 2
3.1%
Asian Handicap — Tokyo Verdy
| Handicap | Tokyo Verdy covers | Push | Vissel Kobe covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 11% | 82% |
| -1.5 | 18% | — | 82% |
| -1 | 18% | 19% | 63% |
| -0.5 | 37% | — | 63% |
| +0.5 | 64% | — | 36% |
| +1 | 64% | 18% | 18% |
| +1.5 | 82% | — | 18% |
| +2 | 82% | 11% | 7% |
| +2.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
Clean Sheet
Tokyo Verdy keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Vissel Kobe keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.