As a result of their first J.League title win (their second overall counting the 1972 JSL title), they were participants in the 2011 FIFA Club World Cup as Japan were the tournament hosts. Their title win was the first immediate win for a second-tier champion.
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Updated to match(es) played on December 3, 2011. Source: J.League Division 1 Rules for classification: 1st points; 2nd goal differential; 3rd goals scored; 4th head-to-head results; 5th disciplinary points; 6th draw. If two clubs are tied for first place, both clubs will be declared. (C) Champions Notes: