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Fagiano Okayama vs Tokyo Verdy Prediction, Tips & Odds

Fagiano Okayama vs Tokyo Verdy

J1 LeagueRegular Season - 3
Fagiano Okayama
#9 · J1 League
DWLLL
0 - 0
City Light Stadium, Okayama
Tokyo Verdy
#17 · J1 League
DLDLD
★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.58
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.52 (implied 65.7%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 68.2% probability (an expert ratio of 1.47). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (68.2% vs 65.7%), driven by both sides' tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Tokyo Verdy to win against Fagiano Okayama, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Tokyo Verdy enters this match with a stronger league position, sitting in 9th place despite having yet to play their first game of the season. Fagiano Okayama, on the other hand, has already played one match, suffering a loss and currently positioned 16th. The recent form for Okayama shows they have only managed one win in their last five matches, indicating a struggle to find consistency early in the season. Tokyo Verdy's recent form, while not stellar, includes one win and two draws in their last five matches, suggesting they can compete well. With no losses in their last five games, they may have a slight edge in morale and readiness. Both teams have not accumulated points yet, but Verdy's ability to perform better in the previous season provides a foundation for optimism. The model predicts a win probability of around 60% for Tokyo Verdy, with a projected score of 2-1. However, a key caveat is that an unexpected performance from Fagiano Okayama could tip the balance, especially if they better utilise their home advantage. The full method is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, based on expected goals and actual results across the season, as assessed by The Daily Punt Analysis Team.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Fagiano Okayama Win51%2.07
Draw25%3.04
Tokyo Verdy Win23%3.90
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.6851.8%

Fagiano Okayama have kept a clean sheet in 24% of matches. Tokyo Verdy average 1.0 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.5257.4%

Fagiano Okayama manage games at home, conceding just 1.39 goals per match. Tokyo Verdy score 1.00 on the road.

Correct Score
Fagiano Okayama 1-0 Tokyo Verdy
5.4918.3%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 18.3% probability.

Asian Handicap
Fagiano Okayama -0.5
1.9845%

Fagiano Okayama have been the stronger side, winning 30% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-0
5.49
18.3%
1-1
5.74
17.5%
0-0
6.51
15.5%
0-1
7.95
12.7%
2-0
8.43
12.0%
2-1
8.68
11.6%

Our model projects a 1-0 Fagiano Okayama win as the most likely scoreline at 18.3% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Fagiano Okayama clean sheets, in line with their 24% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Fagiano Okayama
-0.0
1.46
Tokyo Verdy
+0.0
2.68
Fagiano Okayama
-0.3
1.72
Tokyo Verdy
+0.3
2.92
Fagiano Okayama
-0.5
1.98
Tokyo Verdy
+0.5
3.58
Fagiano Okayama
-1.5
4.00
Tokyo Verdy
+1.5
9.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Fagiano Okayama are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Fagiano Okayama vs Tokyo Verdy
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.203.003.502.551.502.051.67
Marathonbet
2.023.083.952.321.492.051.67
Betfair
2.003.104.002.451.532.101.73
Pinnacle
2.073.254.122.521.56
SBO
2.212.783.14
William Hill
2.102.883.90
Bet365
2.003.004.332.601.482.101.67
1xBet
2.073.164.042.411.582.051.69
Unibet
2.023.053.802.451.462.101.62
Betano
2.052.954.102.401.552.001.72
Superbet
2.053.053.902.421.532.071.67
BetVictor
2.053.204.002.291.532.051.67

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
85.9%
Over 1.5 Goals
63.7%
Over 2.5 Goals
42.6%
Over 3.5 Goals
20.3%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XFagiano Okayama or Draw
77%1.24
12Fagiano Okayama or Tokyo Verdy
75%1.33
X2Draw or Tokyo Verdy
49%1.70

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (evenly matched 5-5)
5 Fagiano Okayama0 Draw5 Tokyo Verdy
Sept 25
Tokyo Verdy
4-2
Fagiano Okayama
J1 League
Apr 25
Fagiano Okayama
0-1
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
Aug 23
Tokyo Verdy
2-3
Fagiano Okayama
J2 League
Jun 23
Fagiano Okayama
1-2
Tokyo Verdy
J2 League
Oct 22
Tokyo Verdy
2-0
Fagiano Okayama
J2 League
May 22
Fagiano Okayama
2-1
Tokyo Verdy
J2 League
Oct 21
Tokyo Verdy
1-2
Fagiano Okayama
J2 League
Jun 21
Tokyo Verdy
0-1
Fagiano Okayama
Emperor Cup
Jun 21
Fagiano Okayama
0-1
Tokyo Verdy
J2 League
Oct 20
Tokyo Verdy
0-1
Fagiano Okayama
J2 League

The head-to-head record between Fagiano Okayama and Tokyo Verdy stands at 5 wins for each side with no draws in their last 10 matches. This indicates a balanced rivalry, although the scorelines reveal a mix of narrow and more decisive outcomes. Four matches ended with a one-goal difference, while there were two games with a two-goal margin, including a notable 4-2 win for Tokyo Verdy. Both teams have shown the ability to score, with several high-scoring encounters, but there has been a lack of draws, highlighting the competitive nature of their meetings.

J1 League Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Machida Zelvia
3300122109
WWW
2
Kashiwa Reysol
33009459
WWW
3
Kashima
33009639
WWW
4
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
32108267
DWW
5
Yokohama F. Marinos
32015416
WWL
6
Cerezo Osaka
320134-16
WLW
9
Fagiano Okayama
31112204
DWL
17
Tokyo Verdy
302124-22
DLD
18
Kyoto Sanga
301247-31
LDL
19
Urawa
3003511-60
LLL
20
JEF United Chiba
300309-90
LLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Fagiano OkayamaHome
1W1D0L
2 playedGF 1 · GA 02.00 pts/game
Tokyo VerdyAway
0W1D0L
1 playedGF 0 · GA 01.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2027 Season
Fagiano OkayamaTokyo Verdy
1.12Goals p.g.1
1.39Goals conceded p.g.1.75
24%Clean sheets25%
30%Win rate25%
2.52Avg goals in match2.75
1.55xG per game0.87
43%Possession %40%
4.6Shots on target / game2.5
5.5Corners per game4.1
Fagiano Okayama
Recent Form

Fagiano Okayama have won 5 of their last 13 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 5. Their recent home fixtures include drew with Tokyo Verdy 0-0 and beat V-varen Nagasaki 1-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 10W 9D 14L from the last 33 games (30% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Fagiano OkayamaAll competitions
22 Aug
Fagiano Okayama
0-0
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
15 Aug
Fagiano Okayama
1-0
V-varen Nagasaki
J1 League
08 Aug
Cerezo Osaka
2-1
Fagiano Okayama
J1 League
25 Jul
FC Schalke 04
3-1
Fagiano Okayama
Friendlies Clubs
22 Jul
Werder Bremen
2-0
Fagiano Okayama
Friendlies Clubs
21 Jul
FC Kharkiv
1-2
Fagiano Okayama
Friendlies Clubs
10
Win
30%
9
Draw
27%
14
Lost
42%
Tokyo Verdy
Recent Form

Tokyo Verdy have won 2 of their last 12 matches on the road, drawing 4 and losing 6. Their recent away fixtures include drew with Tokyo Verdy 0-0 and drew with Gamba Osaka 1-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 7W 7D 14L from the last 28 games (25% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Tokyo VerdyAll competitions
22 Aug
Fagiano Okayama
0-0
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
14 Aug
Tokyo Verdy
1-3
Kashiwa Reysol
J1 League
09 Aug
Tokyo Verdy
1-1
Kawasaki Frontale
J1 League
06 Jun
Tokyo Verdy
2-4
Gamba Osaka
J1 League
30 May
Gamba Osaka
1-1
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
24 May
Tokyo Verdy
0-6
Yokohama F. Marinos
J1 League
7
Win
25%
7
Draw
25%
14
Lost
50%

Lineups

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Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

0 players

Fagiano Okayama

No reported absences

Tokyo Verdy

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Under 2.5 Goals1.52 (57.4%)
Value Bets
Fagiano Okayama Win2.07 (51.3%)
Draw3.04 (25.3%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.44 (42.6%)
Both Teams Score2.06 (48.2%)
BTTS No1.68 (51.8%)
Speculative
Tokyo Verdy Win3.90 (23.4%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

Fagiano Okayama have averaged 5.5 corners per match at home; Tokyo Verdy 4.1 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.8 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Fagiano Okayama have generated 1.55 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 30% of them. They put 4.6 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Fagiano Okayama player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Under

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.