Kai Matsuzaki stats
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K. Matsuzaki
Shimizu S-PulseMidfielder
K. Matsuzaki vs Machida Zelvia
2 games playedKai Matsuzaki's next match is on Wednesday at 11:00 against Machida Zelvia. See how Kai Matsuzaki did in earlier matches against Machida Zelvia.
| Date | Played for | Comp | Pos | Score | Min | G | A | Sh | SoT | Fls | Cards |
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| Jul 5, 2025 | |||||||||||
| May 11, 2025 |
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Wednesday 11:00Wed 11:00Before the next match
Shimizu S-Pulse v Machida Zelvia, WednesdayWhat Machida Zelvia allow right attacking midfielders
Position stats5 appearances at RCAM against Machida Zelvia in their last 20 matches; league average from the J1 League.
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Odds OutliersKai Matsuzaki 2026/2027 season stats
As a right winger, Kai Matsuzaki has appeared in 6 J1 League matches this season, totalling 370 minutes at an average rating of 5.78. Every metric below is shown as a total, a per-90 rate or percentage, and a percentile against other J1 League midfielders.
Attacking stats
Kai Matsuzaki has taken 8 shots with 4 on target (50% accuracy), scoring 2 goals. That is a shot roughly every 46 minutes. Those shots are worth 0.4 expected goals (xG), 0 of it from shots on target (xGOT). He is strong for shooting, ranking in the 74th percentile for shot volume among midfielders. Kai Matsuzaki has 0 assists and 3 key passes . That works out to a chance created roughly every 123 minutes. Kai Matsuzaki has set up 3 shots for teammates, worth 0 expected assists (xA). His creative output is below average, ranking in the 25th percentile for chance creation among midfielders.
Passing stats
Kai Matsuzaki has completed 66 of 92 passes at 72% accuracy , plus 2 accurate crosses . He is below average for passing volume, ranking in the 12th percentile for passing volume among midfielders.
Possession stats
Kai Matsuzaki completes 5 dribbles at a 63% success rate and wins 17 duels .
Defending stats
Kai Matsuzaki makes 3 tackles and 2 interceptions , adding 3 clearances . That is a tackle roughly every 123 minutes. He is below average defensively, ranking in the 15th percentile for tackles among midfielders.
Discipline stats
Kai Matsuzaki has committed 5 fouls and received 0 yellow cards , no red cards .
Positions played
J1 LeagueMainly right winger (2 appearances), also at left central midfielder (2) and right central midfielder (1).
Strengths & weaknesses
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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 | 33 | 1,870 | 4 | 5 | 30 | 17 | 6.94 |
2022
| Competition | Apps | Min | Goals | Assists | Key p | Tackles | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J1 League | 11 | 373 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 5.53 |
 AFC Champions League Elite | 3 | 154 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6.90 |
About Kai Matsuzaki
J1 League 2026/2027 season
This season in the J1 League, Kai Matsuzaki has scored 2 goals across 6 appearances (5 starts), totalling 370 minutes. That works out to 0.5 goals and 0 assists per 90 minutes. Kai Matsuzaki has attempted 8 shots with 4 on target, a 50% shot accuracy rate. That shot output is worth 0.36 expected goals (xG) this season.
Attacking and creative
In attacking play, Kai Matsuzaki has created 3 chances including 0 big chances for teammates. The midfielder has completed 5 successful dribbles from 8 attempts (63% success rate). Kai Matsuzaki has contributed 3 key passes and 9 crosses this season.
Defensive and passing
Defensively, Kai Matsuzaki has registered 3 tackles (0 won), 2 interceptions, and 3 clearances. In possession, the midfielder has completed 66 from 92 pass attempts, a 72% pass accuracy rate. Kai Matsuzaki has won 17 of 36 total duels.
Discipline
Kai Matsuzaki has received 0 yellow cards this season, committing 5 fouls and winning 6.
About Kai Matsuzaki
Kai Matsuzaki is a 28-year-old midfielder playing for Shimizu S-Pulse in the J1 League, representing Japan. Kai Matsuzaki is left-footed and wears the number 21 shirt. Born on 22 November 1997.
Most recent appearance
Kai Matsuzaki's most recent match was at home against Gamba Osaka on November 11th. Shimizu S-Pulse drew 2-2. Kai Matsuzaki played 90 minutes, registering 1 goal, 3 shots, 2 tackles with a match rating of 7.25.
Recent matches
- November 11th2-2 drawvsGamba Osaka(90 mins, 1 goal, rating 7.25)
- August 31st1-2 winatMito Hollyhock(67 mins, rating 6.29)
- October 29th2-1 winvsJEF United(76 mins, 1 goal, rating 7.7)
- August 30th1-0 winvsAvispa Fukuoka(0 mins, rating 0)
- April 17th3-1 lossatKawasaki Frontale(44 mins, rating 6.72)
Next fixture
Kai Matsuzaki 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
Kai Matsuzaki currently plays alongside Joo-young Eom, Kazuki Kozuka, Yuji Takahashi, Kenta Inoue, Keigo Suzuki, Sodai Hasukawa, Shun Tatemi, Yui Inokoshi, Capixaba, Mateus Brunetti, Yuki Honda, Koya Kitagawa, Ryo Germain, Taiki Hirato, Yuji Doi, Kei Ishikawa, Tomotaro Sasaki, Haruto Hidaka, Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi, Kai Matsuzaki, Togo Umeda, Dieguinho, Rinsei Ohata, Tomoya Fujii, Narumu Ono, Ryota Hariu, Yutaka Yoshida, Kei Koizumi, Kosuke Kinoshita, Hidehiro Sugai, Yudai Shimamoto, Seung-wook Park, Se-hun Oh, Du-jae Won, Masaki Yumiba, Sen Takagi and Yuya Oki at Shimizu S-Pulse.