Kashiwa Reysol defeats FC Machida Zelvia 4-2 in J1 League comeback

Kashiwa Reysol secured a 4-2 comeback victory against FC Machida Zelvia in a high-stakes J1 League Matchday 8 fixture. Despite Machida taking an early lead through Yuki Soma in the 38th minute, Kashiwa responded strongly in the second half.

Yusuke Segawa scored twice, including an 88th-minute goal, while Keita Endo netted a long-range strike and Kaho Koizumi added a third to seal the win. Machida's Hokuto Shimoda received a straight red card in the 62nd minute following a VAR review for a dangerous tackle, leaving the hosts with a numerical disadvantage.

The loss marks Machida's first defeat of the season, causing them to drop from the top of the league standings. For Kashiwa, the win marks a significant evolution in their playstyle, particularly in their ability to control matches under difficult weather conditions.