Overview
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183
Intelligence
Standings
Prediction
Shonan Bellmare
Vegalta Sendai
Attacks
105
88
Dangerous Attacks
77
59
Ball Possession
51
49
On Target
1
5
Off Target
6012
7036
Important Events
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End 1-3
89′
K. Watanabe
H. Yamada
86′
K.Miyazaki
H.Takeda
86′
R.Asakura
M. Nakajima
78′
M.Sugata
Y.Sugiyama
76′
H.Ishii
A. Silva
76′
H. Matsumoto
S.Matsumura
75′
1-3
M. Nakajima
73′
A. Silva
67′
M.Moraes
63′
Y. Oda
N.Kase
63′
S. Kozuki
S.Tamura
63′
W.Shimoguchi
Y. Suzuki
62′
H.Kamada
R.Matsui
61′
S.Araki
H.Iwabuchi
59′
H.Takeda
Halftime 1-2
50′
K. Kobayashi
45′
K. Kobayashi
T.Umeki
29′
R.Matsui
21′
S.Tamura
9′
1-0
H. Yamada
Assist: S.Takeda
Goal
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yellow card
red card
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Match Info
Vegalta Sendai produced an impressive away performance to defeat Shonan Bellmare 3-1 in an entertaining J2 League fixture on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The visitors dominated large portions of the match, showing clinical finishing in front of goal and a defensive resilience that Shonan struggled to break down.
Shonan Bellmare actually struck the first blow, taking an early lead with a goal that sparked the home crowd into life. The hosts pressed forward confidently in the opening stages, moving the ball quickly across the final third. However, Vegalta Sendai responded with composure, refusing to let the early setback unsettle their rhythm. They gradually worked their way back into the match, equalizing before halftime with a well-placed effort that restored parity.
The second half belonged entirely to the visitors. Vegalta raised their tempo immediately after the interval, and their pressure created several dangerous opportunities. They found the back of the net again shortly after the restart, converting a fast break with precision. The away side’s third goal arrived late, effectively sealing the three points and silencing the home support. Shonan pushed forward in the closing minutes but lacked the cutting edge to reduce the deficit.
Tactically, Vegalta Sendai’s midfield control was the decisive factor. They dominated possession in the central areas, never allowing Shonan to build consistent attacks. Wide players stretched the play, while the forward line pressed relentlessly, forcing the home side into errors. Shonan, by contrast, struggled to maintain their intensity after a bright opening and were punished for lapses at the back.
This win strengthens Vegalta Sendai’s position in the J2 League standings and highlights their ambitions for the season. For Shonan Bellmare, the defeat serves as a reminder of the fine margins in this competitive division. With the campaign moving forward, both teams will be eager to fine-tune their approach and bounce back in their next outings.

