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Yokohama FC vs Renofa Yamaguchi | J2/J3 League - Summary Preview

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Yokohama FC

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06 Jun 2026

05:00 (UTC+0)

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Renofa Yamaguchi

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This high-stakes one-off final at MNHK Spring Mitsuzawa pits Yokohama FC's superior scoring form against a Renofa Yamaguchi side that frequently finds the net but rarely keeps a clean sheet. With promotion status on the line, the tactical battle hinges on whether the visitors can overcome their defensive inconsistencies to upset the higher-ranked hosts.

Home Motivation

High

Yokohama FC has high motivation as this is a promotion play-off final where the winner takes all regarding their league status for next year.

Away Motivation

High

Renofa Yamaguchi is equally motivated to secure victory in this play-off final to ensure the best possible league placement for the 2027 season.

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Metric

Away

1.96

Goals scored per game

All comps (EWMA)

1.38

Yokohama FC is trending at nearly two goals per game in recent form, significantly outproducing Renofa's 1.38 average.

1431

Elo Rating

Season avg

1345

The 86.6 Elo difference highlights a clear quality gap between the two sides going into this final.

30%

Clean Sheet %

Last 10 matches

10%

In their last 10 league matches, Yokohama has been three times more likely to keep a clean sheet than Renofa.

1.44

Points Per Game (Venue)

Home/Away split

1.0

Yokohama holds a clear advantage at MNHK Spring Mitsuzawa where Renofa has historically struggled to collect points.

60%

BTTS %

Last 10 matches

80%

Renofa's matches are much more likely to see both sides score, reflecting their attacking threat and defensive vulnerability.

Form & Streaks

Yokohama FC has won 6 of their last 10 matches across all competitions, including 4 wins in their last 6 outings.

Renofa Yamaguchi has failed to record a single clean sheet in their last 10 matches played away from home.

Yokohama FC has scored in 9 out of 10 matches in their recent J2/J3 League form.

Tactical Overview

The match features two sides that ended the regular phase level on 29 points, but Yokohama FC carries significantly better momentum into this final. Across their last 10 league matches, the hosts have secured 6 wins compared to 5 for Renofa Yamaguchi, notably including a dominant 3-0 victory over Vegalta Sendai and a recent 2-1 home win against Omiya Ardija. Defensively, Yokohama FC is trending at 1.31 goals conceded per game in recent form, which is stabilized by the presence of K. Iwatake and R. Iwasaki. Conversely, Renofa Yamaguchi has struggled for defensive discipline, recording a clean sheet in only 10% of their last 10 matches. While they showed resilience in their recent 3-2 win over Kochi United, their away form at this venue has been poor, averaging just 1.0 PPG across the season. Yokohama FC will likely lean on Lukian as their primary outlet to exploit a Renofa backline missing the injured M. Iida.

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Key Players

Yokohama FC will rely on the defensive solidity of K. Iwatake and the midfield control of R. Iwasaki. Upfront, Lukian will be a crucial attacking outlet. The team has been in strong form, scoring in their recent J2/J3 League games.

Absences

L. Araújo de Almeida

ankle sprain

OUT

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Key Players

Yokohama FC will rely on the defensive solidity of K. Iwatake and the midfield control of R. Iwasaki. Upfront, Lukian will be a crucial attacking outlet. The team has been in strong form, scoring in their recent J2/J3 League games.

Absences

L. Araújo de Almeida

ankle sprain

OUT

Away

Key Players

Renofa Yamaguchi's attacking threat could come from T. Miyayoshi, with S. Kobayashi providing creativity from midfield. The team will need a strong performance from players like R. Shimodo in defense.

Absences

M. Iida

knee medial ligament tear

OUT

K. Numata

acromioclavicular joint dislocation

OUT

Lineup info is never 100% confirmed until matchday. Additional players may be unavailable.

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