Fixtures
| Japan J3-League | 07/05 09:00 | 19 |
Azul Claro Numazu
vs
Kochi United 
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| Japan J3-League | 07/12 09:00 | 20 |
Kochi United vs
Zweigen Kanazawa
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| Japan J3-League | 07/19 09:00 | 21 |
Kamatamare Sanuki
vs
Kochi United
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| Japan J3-League | 07/26 09:00 | 22 |
Kochi United vs
Fukushima Utd
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| Japan J3-League | 08/16 10:00 | 23 |
Gainare Tottori
vs
Kochi United
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| Japan J3-League | 08/23 09:00 | 24 |
Nikolay Kolobaev
vs
Kochi United
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Results
| Japan J3-League | 06/29 10:00 | 18 |
[13] Kochi United v
Nagano Parceiro
[17] 
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W | 1-0 | |
| Japan J3-League | 06/21 05:00 | 17 |
[12] Kochi United v
Giravanz Kitakyushu
[6] 
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W | 3-2 | |
| Japan J3-League | 06/14 08:00 | 16 |
[17] Sagamihara
v
Kochi United [13]
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D | 0-0 | |
| Japan FA Cup | 06/11 10:00 | 8 |
Vissel Kobe
v
Kochi United
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L | 4-1 | |
| Japan J3-League | 06/08 05:00 | 15 |
[16] Kochi United v
Nara Club
[8] 
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W | 3-2 | |
| Japan J3-League | 06/01 10:00 | 14 |
[18] FC Gifu
v
Kochi United [16]
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D | 1-1 | |
| Japan FA Cup | 05/24 06:00 | 7 |
Kamatamare Sanuki
v
Kochi United
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W | 6-7 | |
| Japan J3-League | 05/17 05:00 | 13 |
[14] Thespa Gunma
v
Kochi United [16]
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D | 2-2 | |
| Japan J3-League | 05/06 05:00 | 12 |
[11] Kochi United v
Kamatamare Sanuki
[16]
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L | 0-2 | |
| Japan J3-League | 05/03 05:00 | 11 |
[7] Tegevajaro Miyazaki
v
Kochi United [10]
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L | 3-2 | |
| Japan J3-League | 04/20 04:00 | 10 |
[8] Fukushima Utd
v
Kochi United [14]
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W | 3-4 | |
| Japan J3-League | 04/13 05:00 | 9 |
[11] Kochi United v
Tochigi City
[5] 
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L | 0-5 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Wins | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Draws | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Losses | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Goals for | 44 | 15 | 29 |
| Goals against | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Clean sheets | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Failed to score | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Wikipedia - Kochi United SC
Kōchi United Sports Club, (高知ユナイテッドスポーツクラブ, Kōchi Yunaiteddo Supōtsukurabu) commonly known as Kōchi United SC (高知ユナイテッドSC, Kōchi Yunaiteddo Esushi) is a football club based in Kōchi, the capital city of Kōchi Prefecture in Japan. They currently play in the J3 League for the 2025 season, the third tier of Japanese professional football. after promotion from the JFL in 2024.
History
Merger into current club
On 1 February 2016, two established Shikoku League clubs; Igosso Kochi FC (アイゴッソ高知FC) and Kochi U Torastar FC (高知UトラスターFC) merged to form one club, whose aim was to be the first team from Kōchi Prefecture to play in the J.League. After officially changing the management company's name to Kōchi United Sports Club Ltd., Kochi United SC took Igosso Kōchi FC's place in the Shikoku League. For the many players at Kōchi U Torastar FC unable to join Kochi United SC, and wanting to continue playing as amateurs in the Shikoku League, Kochi Sports Club Ltd. and Kochi University established KUFC Nangoku on March 1, 2016, and this new club took Kōchi U Torastar FC's place in the Shikoku League.
The club badge depicts the ceremonial Keshō-mawashi (化粧廻し) of a Tosa Fighting Dog on the outside, with the dark red colors of Igosso Kochi FC and the green of Kōchi U Torastar inside it and an image of a leaping bonito or skipjack tuna drawn in the center (a popular fish in Kochi prefecture). The club's home shirt also reflects the colors of the amalgamated teams from which Kochi United SC was formed.
Shikoku League (2016–2019)
They played in the Shikoku Soccer League, one of the Japanese Regional Leagues from 2016 to 2019, winning it three times in a row from 2017 to 2019.
In 2019, they finished 2nd in the Japanese Regional Football League Competition, earning promotion to the Japan Football League for the first time in their history from the 2020 season.
JFL (2020–2024)
In their first season in the JFL, Kochi United finished in 14th place.
On 24 September 2024, Kochi United announced they had been officially granted a J3 License after approval from the J. League Board of Directors.
On 7 December 2024, Kochi United secured promotion to J3 League for the first time in their history from the 2025 season after defeating YSCC Yokohama 0-2 in the 2nd leg of the J3/JFL play-offs thus winning 1-3 on aggregate, so ending five years in the fourth tier.
J. League (2025–)
Kochi United officially played their first J3 League away game against newly relegated, Tochigi SC on 16 February 2025 which they lost 1-0. Their first home game was against Gainare Tottori on 23 February 2025, which ended in a 0-0 draw. In their 3rd match at home to FC Osaka, Kokoro Kobayashi scored their first ever J-League goal in a 1-2 loss. On March 9 2025, Kochi United secured their first ever win in the J-League with a 2-1 away victory against Zweigen Kanazawa.
Kochi United competes in Japan's professional leagues, showcasing a blend of emerging talent and experienced players who embody the team's core values of teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship. The team's distinctive colors and emblem reflect the rich cultural heritage of Kochi, while its dedicated fan base creates an electrifying atmosphere during home matches at their state-of-the-art stadium.
Off the field, Kochi United is deeply involved in community initiatives, fostering youth development programs and promoting healthy lifestyles through sports. With a focus on nurturing local talent and building a strong connection with fans, Kochi United is not just a soccer team; it is a community institution that inspires the next generation of athletes in Kochi and beyond. As they strive for success in the league, Kochi United remains committed to its roots, making a lasting impact both on and off the pitch.