T. Matsumoto — season analysis
Taishi Matsumoto (Japan), aged 27, runs the midfield for Sanfrecce Hiroshima (J1 League) in 2026/27, balancing ball progression with defensive work.
His ledger reads 1 goal plus 3 assists from 18 matches, 4 direct contributions in all. That comes across 1,244 minutes on the pitch, or 0.07 goals per 90 minutes and 0.29 goal involvements per 90. He has started 13 of those matches.
He has attempted 6 shots (33% finding the frame) and converts 17% of them. He creates chances too, with 13 key passes and 81% passing accuracy. Off the ball he has made 16 tackles and 14 interceptions, winning 57% of his duels.
Disciplinary record this season: 1 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 4.9, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.