Machida Zelvia's 2026/27 J1 Match Schedule Announced! When Is the Home Opener?

The First Year of the Autumn-Spring System: Opening with the Tokyo Derby Against FC Tokyo

The 2026/27 season marks the start of the autumn-spring format, the first time in J.League history that a season will span two calendar years.
The opening round is scheduled for sometime between Friday, August 7 and Sunday, August 9.

FC Machida Zelvia will face FC Tokyo in the opening round (Matchday 1).
Since this match is a home game for FC Tokyo, Zelvia will begin their season away from home.
With two Tama-area clubs kicking off the season in the Tokyo Derby, the announcement drew over 590 likes on X almost immediately.

When Is the Home Opener? Head to GION Stadium!

Zelvia's home games are held at Machida GION Stadium in Nozutamachi, Machida City.
The opponent and date for Zelvia's home opener in the 2026/27 season are currently being confirmed.
Once details are available, they will also be listed on the FC Machida Zelvia official ticket sales schedule.

The stadium is accessible by shuttle bus from Odakyu Line's Tsurukawa Station and from Machida Station (JR Yokohama Line / Odakyu Line).
Be sure to check bus times and ticket info early on match days.

• Nearest Station: Tsurukawa Station (Odakyu Line) — shuttle bus available; shuttle buses also run from Machida Station
• Stadium: Machida GION Stadium (2035 Nozutamachi, Machida City, Tokyo)
• Ticket Info: zelvia.co.jp Ticket Sales Schedule

Key Matchups and the Long Road to June 2027

The 2026/27 season runs through Matchday 38, with the final round taking place in June 2027.
Over the course of this nearly year-long season, supporters will have plenty to look forward to as they follow which clubs Zelvia faces and when.

With the shift from the spring-autumn format to the autumn-spring system, this season begins in the heat of summer and stretches through winter to a spring finale.
There will be plenty of chances to cheer on Zelvia at GION Stadium even in the August heat.

For the full match schedule, check the J.League official website.

Key Dates to Mark on Your Calendar

Here are the main dates for the 2026/27 season:

• Opening Round (Matchday 1): Sometime between Friday, August 7 and Sunday, August 9, 2026
• Matchday 1 Zelvia Fixture: vs FC Tokyo (away)
• Home Opener: ※ Date and opponent — check zelvia.co.jp
• Final Round (Matchday 38): Saturday, June 5 – Sunday, June 6, 2027

Kick-off times and broadcast/streaming details are expected to be announced from July 1 onward.
For any matches you don't want to miss, go ahead and mark them in your calendar now.

Let's Support Zelvia Together from Machida

The fact that the match schedule announcement drew over 590 likes on X speaks to just how high the expectations are among fans.
From the spring-autumn format to a new autumn-spring cycle.
Let's make this season one to remember — together with everyone in Machida City.

For the latest match schedules and spectator information, keep checking the FC Machida Zelvia official website.

Related Links

• FC Machida Zelvia Match Information
• FC Machida Zelvia Ticket Sales Schedule
• J.League Official – FC Machida Zelvia Schedule & Results
• ※URL to be confirmed: [FC Machida Zelvia Official X Post – Match Schedule Announcement]