Vissel Kobe edge past Ratchaburi FC in thrilling 3-2 comeback

Vissel Kobe claim narrow victory

Vissel Kobe fought back from a 2-1 deficit to win 3-2 against Ratchaburi FC in an intense AFC Champions League Elite East Region clash on Tuesday, 3 November 2026. The home side sealed the victory with two late goals in the 83rd and 88th minutes, overturning the visitors’ brief lead and securing all three points.

Goals decided in dramatic final stages

The scoring began in the 34th minute when Kento Hamasaki gave Vissel Kobe an early advantage, making it 1-0. Ratchaburi FC responded after the break, with Phongsakorn Sangkasopha equalising in the 64th minute. The visitors then took the lead in the 82nd minute through Ekanit Panya, but Vissel Kobe quickly hit back. Erik levelled the match just a minute later in the 83rd minute, followed by Tetsushi Yamakawa’s winner in the 88th minute to complete the comeback.

Discipline and substitutions

The game saw a total of six yellow cards issued, five to Ratchaburi FC and one to Vissel Kobe. Ratchaburi’s Phongsakorn Sangkasopha was booked early on in the 6th minute, followed by Sanchai Nonthasira in the 10th, and Thossawat Limwannasthian in the 39th. Daniel Sang Ting received two yellows in quick succession at the 89th and 90th minutes. Vissel Kobe’s Kouta Watanabe was shown a yellow card in the 27th minute. Both teams made five substitutions during the match. No red cards were shown.

Key match statistics

Vissel Kobe controlled possession with 54.7% compared to Ratchaburi FC’s 45.3%. The home side dominated in attack, taking 21 shots with 7 on target, whereas the visitors managed 11 shots with 5 on target. Vissel Kobe also earned 7 corners against Ratchaburi’s 2. Fouls were fairly even, with Vissel Kobe committing 14 and Ratchaburi 13. Goalkeeper saves were close, with Vissel Kobe’s keeper making 3 saves and Ratchaburi’s 4. Offsides were minimal, 1 for Vissel Kobe and 2 for Ratchaburi.

Impact on the standings

With this win, Vissel Kobe remain top of the AFC Champions League Elite East Region standings, maintaining a perfect record with four wins from four matches and 12 points. They have scored eight goals and conceded three, posting a goal difference of +5. Ratchaburi FC stay at 14th place with just one point from four games, having scored six and conceded ten goals, resulting in a -4 goal difference. The points gap between the two sides now stands at 11.

Looking ahead

Vissel Kobe’s confidence will be high as they continue their campaign seeking to maintain their unbeaten streak and top position. Meanwhile, Ratchaburi FC face the challenge of turning their fortunes around to climb the table after a tough run of results. Both teams will look to build on their performances in upcoming fixtures within the AFC Champions League Elite East Region.

Before kick-off

Goals and key moments

Match statistics