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Kyoto Sanga Edges Out Tokyo Verdy in Close Kameoka Encounter
Kyoto Sanga defeated Tokyo Verdy 2-1 in a thrilling match at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera in Kameoka, Japan on December 8th, 2024, in the 38th round of the J1 League. The game was characterized by intensity and a close balance, reflected in the possession statistics (52% for Kyoto Sanga and 48% for Tokyo Verdy). Both teams created scoring opportunities, with Kyoto Sanga registering 14 shots (3 on target) and Tokyo Verdy 16 (5 on target). While statistics were similar, Kyoto Sanga proved more clinical in front of goal. The match also featured yellow cards, with two for Tokyo Verdy (Miyahara and Tsunashima) and one for Kyoto Sanga (Fukuda). A disallowed goal for Tokyo Verdy due to handball in the 16th minute also proved a turning point. Ultimately, the home side secured the victory, leaving Tokyo Verdy with a bitter taste despite their efforts.
Substitutions kyoto sanga: at minute 54 Murilo came in and S. Hiraga went out., at minute 77 Y. Anzai came in and T. Hirato went out.
Substitutions tokyo verdy: at minute 65 G. Yamada came in and I. Someno went out., at minute 65 Y. Matsuhashi came in and H. Yamami went out., at minute 68 K. Chida came in and Y. Tsunashima went out., at minute 81 Y. Matsumura came in and K. Saito went out., at minute 81 S. Meshino came in and H. Onaga went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Kyoto Sanga
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