G. Sakai — season analysis
Gōtoku Sakai (Japan) earns his living stopping attacks: the defender is part of the Vissel Kobe (J1 League) defensive core in 2025/26. At 34, he brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
Over 31 appearances he has been directly involved in 2 goals: 1 scored, 1 set up. That comes across 2,362 minutes on the pitch, or 0.04 goals per 90 minutes and 0.08 goal involvements per 90. He has started 26 of those matches.
He has attempted 15 shots (33% finding the frame) and converts 7% of them. He creates chances too, with 17 key passes. Off the ball he has made 47 tackles and 48 interceptions, winning 56% of his duels.
Disciplinary record this season: 2 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 4.3, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.
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