Leaders Machida Zelvia host Kashiwa Reysol in top-three clash
The J1 League's early frontrunners meet at the Machida GION Stadium as first-placed Machida Zelvia look to extend their lead over third-placed Kashiwa Reysol.
Machida Zelvia have made an exceptional start to the campaign, sitting top of the table with 17 points after seven games. Go Kuroda remains in charge of a squad that has maintained its core from the previous season, recently bolstered by the signing of Japan international forward Koki Ogawa. They come into this match following a 1-1 draw with Yokohama F. Marinos, extending their unbeaten league run to 18 matches.
Kashiwa Reysol occupy third place with 15 points, trailing the leaders by just two points after seven rounds. While they secured a 3-2 victory away at Kyoto Sanga in their last outing, their recent form has been inconsistent, suffering 0-2 defeats to both Yokohama F. Marinos and Cerezo Osaka in the weeks prior. Despite their high league position, defensive lapses remain a concern for the visitors.
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Per-game averages this season. Use the buttons to split the goals by venue.
Both teams across every game this season.
Machida ZelviaKashiwa ReysolWhole season, home and away combined — Machida Zelvia 13 games, Kashiwa Reysol 13 games.
Machida ZelviaKashiwa ReysolPast meetings.
Their recent form.
Where they sit in the table.
J1 League (Japan) standings · both teams highlighted in context.
