Kashiwa Reysol — Yokohama FC : Match Preview and Prediction for October 27,2025

Kashiwa Reysol: A Team in Form

Kashiwa Reysol is currently on a formidable run. The team is flying high after their last match against Gamba Osaka, which wasn’t just a victory but a dominant 5-0 annihilation away from home. The statistics from that game speak volumes: 16 shots on goal, with 11 on target. Coach Ricardo Rodriguez described the performance as “close to perfect,” and it’s hard to disagree.

Championship Aspirations

This commanding victory has narrowed the gap to league leaders Kashima Antlers to just three points. Kashiwa Reysol now sits in second place in the league table, fiercely contending for the championship title. Every match from here on out is crucial for them. The team has been undefeated in the league for eight consecutive games, hitting an incredible stride as the season approaches its climax.

Dominant Season Statistics

Let’s examine their season statistics. Kashiwa boasts the best ball possession in the league (nearly 60%) and an impressive passing accuracy of 85%, indicative of their total control over games. Furthermore, they have recorded 16 clean sheets, the highest in the J. League. Their defense, marshaled by goalkeeper Ryosuke Kojima—who leads the league in clean sheets—operates with clockwork precision. The attack is equally potent, ranking third in goals scored and first in assists.

Yokohama FC: Battling Relegation

Yokohama FC, on the other hand, is grappling with an entirely different set of challenges. The team currently occupies 18th place, entrenched in the relegation zone. In their last outing, they managed to salvage a 2-2 draw against Nagoya Grampus with a last-gasp equalizer in injury time. However, a deeper look at the match reveals that Yokohama FC was outplayed across the board, with only 34% possession and half as many shots on goal (8 compared to 16).

Dismal Season Performance

Their season statistics are disheartening. Yokohama FC ranks as one of the worst teams in the league for total shots, shots on target, assists, and ball possession. With a mere 23 goals in 34 matches, they sit second-to-last in scoring. Their away form is particularly dismal, having secured only 2 victories in 16 road games.

Key Absences Impacting Defense

A critical factor for the upcoming fixture is their personnel setbacks. Yokohama FC will be without defender Boniface Nduka, who is suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards. Nduka is a key starter, having played 38 matches this season, and his absence will undoubtedly be a significant blow to an already fragile defense.