Nagoya Grampus 0:1 Shimizu S-Pulse — Informe del Partido

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystINFORME DEL PARTIDO

Koya Kitagawa's first-half strike was enough for Shimizu S-Pulse to beat Nagoya Grampus 0-1 in the J.League, a result that gives the visitors a valuable away win despite Nagoya's relentless territorial dominance. Tomoki Takamine earned the highest rating on the pitch for the hosts, though his midfield industry could not prevent a defeat that leaves Nagoya without a next fixture on the horizon.

The decisive moment arrived in the 38th minute when Tomoya Fujii teed up Kitagawa, who finished coolly to put Shimizu ahead against the run of play. Nagoya pushed hard for an equaliser, but their task grew harder on 61 minutes when Se-hun Oh was shown a second yellow card, reducing the hosts to ten men and forcing a frantic final half-hour.

The numbers tell a brutal story for Nagoya, who controlled 75% of possession and fired 16 shots to Shimizu's 14, yet produced nothing of note in front of goal. Their dominance was even more pronounced in the second half, with 81% possession, but Shimizu defended resolutely and claimed the points on efficiency alone. Takamine stood out with an 8.2 rating from midfield, a performance of genuine quality in a losing cause. CheckLive's model clearly favoured Shimizu and the result confirmed that call, even if the run of play suggested a different outcome.

Preguntas y Respuestas

What was the final score of Nagoya Grampus vs Shimizu S-Pulse?

Nagoya Grampus 0-1 Shimizu S-Pulse (J.League).

Who scored?

Koya Kitagawa (38', assist Tomoya Fujii) for Shimizu S-Pulse.

Was Shimizu S-Pulse's win deserved?

Yes — Shimizu S-Pulse were on top for most of the match.

Were there any red cards in Nagoya Grampus vs Shimizu S-Pulse?

Yes — sent off: Se-hun Oh (Shimizu S-Pulse, 61').

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