Z. Issaka — season analysis
Much of what JEF United Chiba (J1 League) do goes through Zain Issaka (Japan) in midfield — his 2026/27 season, measured below.
So far he has scored 1 goal and provided 2 assists in 19 appearances — 3 goal contributions in total. That comes across 1,220 minutes on the pitch, or 0.07 goals per 90 minutes and 0.22 goal involvements per 90. He has started 14 of those matches.
From 15 shots, 40% on target, his shot conversion is 7%. On the creative side he has produced 25 key passes while completing 66% of his passes. Off the ball he has made 16 tackles and 9 interceptions, winning 44% of his duels.
Disciplinary record this season: 2 yellow. All of it condenses into an IIG (Striker Impact Index) of 3.5 this season — our league-weighted composite of goals, rating and assists.