Yudai Shimamoto stats
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Y. Shimamoto
Shimizu S-PulseMidfielder
Y. Shimamoto vs Machida Zelvia
1 game played, 1 more on the benchYudai Shimamoto's next match is tomorrow at 11:00 against Machida Zelvia. See how Yudai Shimamoto did in earlier matches against Machida Zelvia.
| Date | Played for | Comp | Pos | Score | Min | G | A | Sh | SoT | Fls | Cards |
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| May 11, 2025 |
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Tomorrow 11:00Wed 11:00Before the next match
Shimizu S-Pulse v Machida Zelvia, TomorrowWhat Machida Zelvia allow right central midfielders
Position stats14 appearances at RCM against Machida Zelvia in their last 20 matches; league average from the J1 League.
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As a right central midfielder, Yudai Shimamoto has appeared in 9 J1 League matches this season, totalling 648 minutes at an average rating of 6.89. Every metric below is shown as a total, a per-90 rate or percentage, and a percentile against other J1 League midfielders.
Attacking stats
Yudai Shimamoto has taken 13 shots with 3 on target (23% accuracy), scoring 1 goal. That is a shot roughly every 50 minutes. Those shots are worth 0.1 expected goals (xG), 0 of it from shots on target (xGOT). He is strong for shooting, ranking in the 71st percentile for shot volume among midfielders. Yudai Shimamoto has 1 assist and 8 key passes , creating 2 big chances . That works out to a chance created roughly every 81 minutes. Yudai Shimamoto has set up 9 shots for teammates, worth 0.5 expected assists (xA). His creative output is around the divisional average, ranking in the 57th percentile for chance creation among midfielders.
Passing stats
Yudai Shimamoto has completed 144 of 176 passes at 82% accuracy , plus 6 accurate crosses . He is below average for passing volume, ranking in the 19th percentile for passing volume among midfielders.
Possession stats
Yudai Shimamoto completes 7 dribbles at a 58% success rate and wins 34 duels .
Defending stats
Yudai Shimamoto makes 9 tackles and 12 interceptions , adding 14 clearances . That is a tackle roughly every 72 minutes. He is around the divisional average defensively, ranking in the 48th percentile for tackles among midfielders.
Discipline stats
Yudai Shimamoto has committed 5 fouls and received 0 yellow cards , no red cards .
Positions played
J1 LeagueMainly right central midfielder (5 appearances), also at attacking midfielder (1) and right defensive midfielder (1).
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Shimizu S-Pulse squad
Dieguinho
31 yrs#2
D. Won
28 yrs#6
K. Inoue
28 yrs#8
M. Yumiba24 yrs#17
T. Hirato29 yrs#18K. Matsuzaki28 yrs#21R. Hariu18 yrs#27Y. Doi19 yrs#33S. Tatemi17 yrs#35K. Koizumi31 yrs#37K. Suzuki23 yrs#41Y. Shimamoto19 yrs#47T. Fujii27 yrs#50K. Kozuka32 yrs#81R. Ohata22 yrs#97
Previous seasons
Per competition, club and country2025
| Competition | Apps | Min | Goals | Assists | Key p | Tackles | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 J1 League | 13 | 404 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 5.57 |
About Yudai Shimamoto
J1 League 2026/2027 season
This season in the J1 League, Yudai Shimamoto has scored 1 goal and 1 assist across 9 appearances (7 starts), totalling 648 minutes. That works out to 0.1 goals and 0.1 assists per 90 minutes. Yudai Shimamoto has attempted 13 shots with 3 on target, a 23% shot accuracy rate. That shot output is worth 0.14 expected goals (xG) this season.
Attacking and creative
In attacking play, Yudai Shimamoto has created 8 chances including 2 big chances for teammates. The midfielder has completed 7 successful dribbles from 12 attempts (58% success rate). Yudai Shimamoto has contributed 8 key passes and 19 crosses this season.
Defensive and passing
Defensively, Yudai Shimamoto has registered 9 tackles (6 won), 12 interceptions, and 14 clearances. In possession, the midfielder has completed 144 from 176 pass attempts, a 82% pass accuracy rate. Yudai Shimamoto has won 34 of 69 total duels.
Discipline
Yudai Shimamoto has received 0 yellow cards this season, committing 5 fouls and winning 12.
About Yudai Shimamoto
Yudai Shimamoto is a 19-year-old midfielder playing for Shimizu S-Pulse in the J1 League, representing Japan. Yudai Shimamoto is right-footed and wears the number 47 shirt. Born on 26 October 2006.
Most recent appearance
Yudai Shimamoto's most recent match was at home against Gamba Osaka on November 11th. Shimizu S-Pulse drew 2-2. Yudai Shimamoto played 15 minutes with a match rating of 6.05.
Recent matches
- November 11th2-2 drawvsGamba Osaka(15 mins, rating 6.05)
- August 31st1-2 winatMito Hollyhock(44 mins, 1 assist, rating 7.09)
- August 30th1-0 winvsAvispa Fukuoka(90 mins, 1 goal, rating 7.23)
- April 17th3-1 lossatKawasaki Frontale(86 mins, rating 6.75)
- May 4th1-1 drawvsFC Tokyo(89 mins, rating 6.64)
Next fixture
Yudai Shimamoto and Shimizu S-Pulse are next in action on July 1st against Machida Zelvia in the J1 League. Predicted lineups, head-to-head statistics, and tactical analysis are available on the Shimizu S-Pulse vs Machida Zelvia match preview.
Teammates at Shimizu S-Pulse
Yudai Shimamoto currently plays alongside Shun Tatemi, Ryota Hariu, Togo Umeda, Kazuki Kozuka, Capixaba, Kei Ishikawa, Yuki Honda, Seung-wook Park, Kenta Inoue, Du-jae Won, Kei Koizumi, Haruto Hidaka, Yuji Doi, Joo-young Eom, Dieguinho, Hidehiro Sugai, Rinsei Ohata, Tomoya Fujii, Ryo Germain, Tomotaro Sasaki, Kosuke Kinoshita, Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi, Sen Takagi, Yuji Takahashi, Keigo Suzuki, Yui Inokoshi, Yuya Oki, Mateus Brunetti, Sodai Hasukawa, Yutaka Yoshida, Masaki Yumiba, Yudai Shimamoto, Koya Kitagawa, Taiki Hirato, Kai Matsuzaki, Narumu Ono and Se-hun Oh at Shimizu S-Pulse.