Kataller Toyama — Consadole Sapporo : Match Preview and Prediction for October 19,2025

Kataller Toyama’s Defensive Struggles

The home team currently sits in 18th place in the league table. This position is not a matter of chance; the squad is facing significant challenges, particularly concerning their defensive solidity. Over the last 10 rounds, ‘Kataller’ has conceded 19 goals, marking the second-worst defensive record in the league.

Recent High-Scoring Matches

This defensive vulnerability frequently leads to high-scoring matches. Recent fixtures exemplify this trend: a 1-3 defeat against ‘Tokushima’ and a 2-2 draw with ‘Oita’. Even in their 1-2 loss to ‘Imabari’, goals were plentiful.

Consistent Defensive Lapses

The team leads the league in the number of losses over the last 20 rounds. Furthermore, ‘Kataller’ is among the teams with the highest frequency of conceding goals in their matches. All these factors contribute to an open style of play, often resulting in numerous scoring opportunities for their opponents.

Consadole Sapporo’s Goal-Rich Games

If you’re seeking a team whose matches consistently exceed the goal total, then ‘Sapporo’ is an ideal candidate. The statistics speak volumes: in their last 5 away matches, at least 3 goals were scored. Furthermore, in 13 out of their previous 18 games, spectators witnessed three or more goals.

Porous Defense and Away Form

Incidentally, ‘Sapporo’s’ defense is notably porous. The club ranks second in the league for goals conceded, having let in 55 goals in 32 matches. The situation deteriorates further in away games, where the team holds the unfortunate lead for goals conceded over the last 5 rounds. Recent results on the road underline this weakness: a 1-2 loss to ‘Tokushima’, a 2-1 defeat by ‘Nagasaki’, and a heavy 5-1 loss against ‘Iwata’.

Defensive Reinforcements and Their Impact

Defenders Nishino and Miya are returning to the squad. However, it’s premature to draw conclusions. Miya will be returning to the pitch without match practice after a two-month absence. The inclusion of an untested central defender could potentially add more disorganization to an already unreliable defense. Nishino, on the other hand, expresses a desire to play more aggressively, attacking and winning the ball, which may create open spaces for opponents.

Offensive Boost and Attacking Intent

Concurrently, ‘Sapporo’s’ attack is receiving a boost. Midfielder Supachok has returned from international duty, where he scored a goal, and speaks of increased confidence. Another key attacking player, Aoki, openly states that the team must overcome its reluctance to possess the ball and create more chances in positional attacks to score ‘from open play’. This clearly signals that ‘Sapporo’ has no intention of relying solely on defense.