KAWASAKI, Japan (Interstat) — S’frecce Hiroshima opened its J1 League season with a 2-1 victory over Kawasaki Frontale on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium. The result defied projections that heavily favored the home side.

Tatsuya Ito put the visitors ahead in the 12th minute. Kawasaki Frontale equalized just before halftime with a goal from substitute Hayao Kawabe. S’frecce Hiroshima secured the win in the 56th minute when substitute Sota Nakamura scored the decisive goal, assisted by Ito. The victory gives Hiroshima a winning start to the campaign, while Frontale begins with a loss.