On June 26th at 6 PM, Kawasaki Frontale will host their Kanagawa Derby rivals Shonan Bellmare in the 20th round of the J.League.
Kawasaki Frontale drew 2-2 with Albirex Niigata away in the 19th round last weekend. The team equalized in the dying minutes with a goal from Yamada Shin, denying Niigata the full three points. However, based on fan feedback after the game, Yamada’s goal seemed controversial. The referee blew the whistle when Cheng Long Zheng took a goal kick, leading the Niigata players to believe the game had ended. Their relaxed attitude on defense resulted in a late goal conceded. Nevertheless, Kawasaki’s goal was deemed valid, and the team lauded Yamada’s initiative. They hope this victory will bring a boost in morale.
Kawasaki Frontale currently sits in 14th place in the J.League standings with a record of 5 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses. Their chances of winning the championship this season are slim, as they are 18 points behind the leaders. They have a record of 4 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses in their 9 home matches this season, securing 2/3 of their league points at home, a decent performance. Kawasaki Frontale has been consistent in attack in their last 5 home matches, earning 4 wins and 1 draw. Their form is worth noting, especially in the 3-1 win over Urawa Reds and the 2-1 victory over Nagoya Grampus, showcasing a high level of intensity.
In terms of lineup, Kawasaki Frontale will be without the help of foreign striker Erikson for this match. Meanwhile, defender Miura Sata, Maruyama Yushi, and midfielder Oshima Ryohei are all out due to injuries. However, captain Tachibana Kento and veteran forward Kobayashi Yu will be available for this match, providing some depth to the squad.
Shonan Bellmare lost 0-1 at home to FC Tokyo, another derby opponent, last weekend. The team scored in the 45th and 49th minutes, but both goals were disallowed by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR). This, coupled with the disallowed goal for Luquián in their match against Nagoya in the 18th round, means Shonan Bellmare have had three goals disallowed in less than 90 minutes of game time, which is rather unlucky. Despite this, the Shonan Bellmare players remain undeterred, believing that they will eventually score the winning goal if they keep up their positive attitude.
Shonan Bellmare currently sits in 18th place in the J.League standings with a record of 3 wins, 6 draws, and 10 losses. They are 2 points away from escaping the relegation zone. Additionally, their relegation rival, Sagan Tosu, has played one less match due to their schedule, putting the initiative in their hands. Shonan Bellmare has a record of 1 win, 4 draws, and 5 losses in their 10 away matches this season, conceding an average of 2 goals per game, which is not a good performance. In their 4 away matches since May, Shonan Bellmare has only earned a hard-fought draw against Nagoya Grampus, conceding more than 2 goals per game on average, while their attacking power has also been lacking.
In terms of lineup, Shonan Bellmare’s starting wing-backs Onozuka Kosuke and Hata Taiga have recovered from injury and are back in the squad. The only remaining injuries are to Kim Min-tae, Nemoto Ryo, and Hiraoka Taiyo. Reports suggest that Shonan Bellmare, desperate to stay up, may make big signings in the summer transfer window to ensure their survival in the top flight. Additionally, Shonan Bellmare officially announced last weekend that their reserve striker, Di Sarro, has joined J2 club Montedio Yamagata. The Italian striker will also be unavailable for this match.
In their previous 20 matches, Kawasaki Frontale has a clear advantage with 11 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses. This round of matches is a highly anticipated Kanagawa Derby for both teams. Kawasaki Frontale will aim to get back on track with the help of home advantage, while Shonan Bellmare, desperate to avoid relegation, will not take their foot off the gas. What kind of sparks will fly between these two teams?
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