The J1 League heats up as Kawasaki Frontale face Albirex Niigata on 25 June 2025. Our insightful analysis dives into recent form, key player stats, head-to-head records, and betting markets for smarter UK wagers.
- Kawasaki Frontale is on a 3-game winning streak.
- Kawasaki Frontale has been unbeaten in their last 7 games.
- 4 of Kawasaki Frontale's last 5 games have had over 2.5 goals.
- 4 of Kawasaki Frontale's last 5 games have seen both teams score.
- 8 of Kawasaki Frontale's last 9 and 9 of Albirex Niigata's last 9 games have had under 4.5 cards.
- 6 of Kawasaki Frontale's last 7 games have had under 10.5 corners.
Kawasaki Frontale, currently 8th with 32 points from 60 matches, are coming off a 1-2 defeat against Vissel Kobe on 21 June 2025. Yasuto Wakizaka’s strike was not enough for a draw. Their defence struggles at home, with only 9 clean sheets in 30 home games this season, leaving them vulnerable to conceding. Leading the attack is Erison, who has bagged 5 goals in 15 appearances. Kawasaki Frontale has created on average 1.30 xG in their last five fixtures. Having scored 102 goals and conceded 78 in 60 matches this season, Kawasaki Frontale play a more open style, with games often featuring higher-scoring outcomes.
Albirex Niigata, sitting 18th with 19 points, are in inconsistent form, with a mixed run in their recent matches. Their latest result was a 2-3 defeat against Fukuoka on 21 June 2025, with Kaito Taniguchi and Hayato Inamura scoring the goals. Commanding the frontline is Motoki Hasegawa, who has bagged 6 goals in 20 appearances. Albirex Niigata have generated an average of 1.10 xG in their last five matches. Albirex Niigata have mixed form, with 3 wins, 0 draws, and 2 losses in their last 5 games, making their performance a bit unpredictable.
Head-to-Head Record
- In last 7 head-to-head games, Kawasaki Frontale has failed to keep a clean sheet.
- 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games between Kawasaki Frontale and Albirex Niigata have had over 2.5 goals.
- 5 of the last 6 head-to-head games between Kawasaki Frontale and Albirex Niigata have seen both teams score.
- 10 of the last 10 head-to-head games between Kawasaki Frontale and Albirex Niigata have had under 4.5 cards.
Kawasaki Frontale Team News and Key Players
| Player Name | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Total Shots | Shots on Target | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asahi Sasaki | 21 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 0.71 | 0.19 | 2.24 |
| César Haydar | 3 | 0.33 | 0 | 0.33 | 0.33 | 1.67 |
| Erison | 15 | 0.33 | 0 | 2.40 | 1.13 | 0.53 |
| Hinata Yamauchi | 3 | 0.33 | 0.33 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0 |
| Kento Tachibanada | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0.53 | 0.06 | 1.06 |
| Kota Takai | 21 | 0.10 | 0 | 0.43 | 0.19 | 1.67 |
| Marcinho | 22 | 0.18 | 0.05 | 1.36 | 0.45 | 0.64 |
| Patrick Verhon | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 | 0 | 0.50 |
| Sai Van Wermeskerken | 11 | 0 | 0.09 | 0.36 | 0 | 1.09 |
| Shin Yamada | 20 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 1.75 | 0.60 | 0.15 |
| Shintaro Kurumaya | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.50 |
| So Kawahara | 21 | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.48 | 0.10 | 1.38 |
| Sota Miura | 13 | 0 | 0.38 | 0.46 | 0 | 1.85 |
| Yasuto Wakizaka | 21 | 0.19 | 0.19 | 1.19 | 0.52 | 0.67 |
| Yuki Yamamoto | 20 | 0.15 | 0.05 | 0.55 | 0.20 | 2.25 |
- #98 - Louis Yamaguchi (Goalkeeper)
- #5 - Asahi Sasaki (Defender)
- #4 - Jesiel (Defender)
- #2 - Kota Takai (Defender)
- #13 - Sota Miura (Defender)
- #19 - So Kawahara (Midfielder)
- #6 - Yuki Yamamoto (Midfielder)
- #17 - Tatsuya Ito (Midfielder)
- #14 - Yasuto Wakizaka (C) (Midfielder)
- #23 - Marcinho (Midfielder)
- #38 - Soma Kanda (Forward)
Albirex Niigata Team News and Key Players
| Player Name | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Total Shots | Shots on Target | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danilo Gomes | 16 | 0.13 | 0.06 | 1.25 | 0.31 | 1.31 |
| Eiji Miyamoto | 9 | 0 | 0.11 | 0.44 | 0.11 | 1.44 |
| Hayato Inamura | 16 | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0.56 | 0.19 | 1.06 |
| Hiroki Akiyama | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0.86 | 0.14 | 1.21 |
| Jason Geria | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0.06 | 0.06 | 1.12 |
| Jin Okumura | 21 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 1.19 | 0.29 | 0.76 |
| Kaito Taniguchi | 15 | 0.13 | 0.07 | 1.87 | 0.53 | 0.47 |
| Kazuhiko Chiba | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.00 |
| Ken Yamura | 19 | 0.21 | 0 | 1.53 | 0.68 | 0.37 |
| Kento Hashimoto | 13 | 0 | 0.15 | 1.00 | 0.46 | 0.62 |
| Motoki Hasegawa | 22 | 0.27 | 0.05 | 1.59 | 0.64 | 0.91 |
| Motoki Hasegawa | 22 | 0.27 | 0.05 | 1.59 | 0.64 | 0.91 |
| Soya Fujiwara | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0.38 | 0.10 | 2.52 |
| Taiki Arai | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0.08 | 0 | 1.92 |
| Yuji Hoshi | 18 | 0 | 0.06 | 0.67 | 0.17 | 1.22 |
| Yuto Horigome | 17 | 0 | 0.06 | 0.29 | 0 | 1.65 |
- #21 - Ryuga Tashiro (Goalkeeper)
- #25 - Soya Fujiwara (Defender)
- #5 - Michael James Fitzgerald (Defender)
- #3 - Hayato Inamura (Defender)
- #31 - Yuto Horigome (C) (Defender)
- #11 - Danilo Gomes (Midfielder)
- #22 - Taiki Arai (Midfielder)
- #19 - Yuji Hoshi (Midfielder)
- #7 - Kaito Taniguchi (Midfielder)
- #33 - Yoshiaki Takagi (Forward)
- #99 - Yuji Ono (Forward)
Kawasaki Frontale vs Albirex Niigata Betting Tips
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Kawasaki Frontale v Albirex Niigata Odds
Full Time Result:- Kawasaki Frontale to win: 4/5
- Draw: 11/4
- Albirex Niigata to win: 16/5
- Kawasaki Frontale to win or Draw: 2/9
- Draw or Albirex Niigata to win: 19/20
- Kawasaki Frontale to win or Albirex Niigata to win: 1/4
- Kawasaki Frontale to win: 11/8
- Draw: 13/10
- Albirex Niigata to win: 7/2
- Both Teams to Score - Yes: 3/4
- Both Teams to Score - No: 3/4
- Over 2.5 Goals: 4/5
- Under 2.5 Goals: 1/1
- Over 3.5 Goals: 2/1
- Under 3.5 Goals: 4/11
Kawasaki Frontale Previous 10 Matches
- 21.06, Vissel Kobe (h) 1 - 2
- 14.06, Yokohama FC (a) 1 - 0
- 11.06, Fukushima United FC (h) 4 - 3
- 31.05, Sanfrecce Hiroshima (a) 2 - 1
- 25.05, Gamba Osaka (h) 2 - 2
- 21.05, Urawa Red Diamonds (h) 2 - 2
- 18.05, Cerezo Osaka (h) 2 - 0
- 14.05, Yokohama FC (h) 2 - 1
- 11.05, Kashima Antlers (a) 1 - 2
- 03.05, Al-Ahli (a) 0 - 2
- 30.04, Al-Nassr (a) 3 - 2
Albirex Niigata Previous 10 Matches
- 21.06, Avispa Fukuoka (a) 2 - 3
- 15.06, Yokohama F. Marinos (h) 1 - 0
- 11.06, Fukuyama City FC (h) 0 - 0 (1 - 0)
- 31.05, Nagoya Grampus (a) 0 - 3
- 25.05, Shonan Bellmare (h) 2 - 1
- 21.05, Tokyo Verdy (h) 0 - 2
- 18.05, Fagiano Okayama (a) 1 - 2
- 11.05, Urawa Red Diamonds (h) 1 - 1
- 03.05, FC Tokyo (h) 2 - 3
- 29.04, Sanfrecce Hiroshima (a) 1 - 0
- 26.04, Kashiwa Reysol (a) 1 - 1
J1 League Table
| Kawasaki Frontale | Opponent | Albirex Niigata | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-1 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1-1 | ||
| 1-2 | 1-2 | Vissel Kobe | 1-0 | |
| 0-1 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 1-2 | ||
| 1-2 | Kashima Antlers | 1-2 | ||
| 2-1 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1-0 | ||
| - | - | Kawasaki Frontale | ||
| 2-2 | Machida Zelvia | 0-1 | ||
| 2-2 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 1-1 | ||
| 2-0 | Cerezo Osaka | 2-2 | ||
| 2-2 | Gamba Osaka | 3-3 | ||
| 0-0 | Fagiano Okayama | 1-2 | ||
| 2-1 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0-1 | 2-3 | |
| 4-0 | Nagoya Grampus | 0-3 | ||
| 0-0 | Tokyo Verdy | 2-2 | ||
| 1-1 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 0-2 | ||
| 3-0 | FC Tokyo | 2-3 | ||
| 2-0 | Shonan Bellmare | 2-1 | ||
| 2-1 | 1-0 | Yokohama FC | 0-0 | |
| Albirex Niigata | - | - | ||
| 3-3 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1-0 | 1-1 | |
| # | Team Name | М | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD | SG | CG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashiwa | 23 | 44 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 1.35 | 0.87 |
| 2 | Vissel Kobe | 23 | 43 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 1.39 | 0.91 |
| 3 | Kyoto Sanga | 23 | 41 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 1.65 | 1.17 |
| 4 | Kashima | 23 | 41 | 13 | 2 | 8 | 11 | 1.43 | 0.96 |
| 5 | Hiroshima | 23 | 39 | 12 | 3 | 8 | 9 | 1.17 | 0.78 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Frontale | 23 | 38 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 13 | 1.61 | 1.04 |
| 7 | Machida Z | 23 | 37 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 1.43 | 1.09 |
| 8 | Urawa Reds | 21 | 34 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 1.24 | 0.95 |
| 9 | Cerezo Osaka | 23 | 33 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 1.48 | 1.30 |
| 10 | Gamba Osaka | 23 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 10 | -3 | 1.17 | 1.30 |
| 11 | Okayama | 23 | 30 | 8 | 6 | 9 | -1 | 0.83 | 0.87 |
| 12 | Fukuoka | 22 | 30 | 8 | 6 | 8 | -2 | 0.86 | 0.95 |
| 13 | Nagoya | 23 | 28 | 7 | 7 | 9 | -2 | 1.22 | 1.30 |
| 14 | Tokyo Verdy | 23 | 28 | 7 | 7 | 9 | -8 | 0.65 | 1.00 |
| 15 | Shimizu | 23 | 27 | 7 | 6 | 10 | -5 | 1.17 | 1.39 |
| 16 | Tokyo | 23 | 26 | 7 | 5 | 11 | -8 | 1.04 | 1.39 |
| 17 | Shonan | 22 | 23 | 6 | 5 | 11 | -14 | 0.73 | 1.36 |
| 18 | Yokohama | 23 | 19 | 5 | 4 | 14 | -14 | 0.61 | 1.22 |
| 19 | Albirex Niigata | 23 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 12 | -15 | 1.04 | 1.70 |
| 20 | Yokohama FM | 23 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 13 | -12 | 0.87 | 1.39 |
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