H. Yamaguchi — season analysis
Hotaru Yamaguchi (Japan), aged 35, runs the midfield for V-varen Nagasaki (J1 League) in 2026/27, balancing ball progression with defensive work. He brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
His ledger reads 1 goal plus 0 assists from 20 matches, 1 direct contribution in all. That comes across 1,701 minutes on the pitch, or 0.05 goals per 90 minutes and 0.05 goal involvements per 90. He has started 19 of those matches.
He has attempted 6 shots (33% finding the frame) and converts 17% of them. He creates chances too, with 10 key passes and 83% passing accuracy. Off the ball he has made 19 tackles and 31 interceptions, winning 56% of his duels.
Disciplinary record this season: 1 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 3, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.