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Tokyo Verdy vs Avispa Fukuoka Prediction, Tips & Odds

Tokyo Verdy vs Avispa Fukuoka

J1 LeagueRegular Season - 12
Tokyo Verdy
#20 · J1 League
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VS
Ajinomoto Stadium, Chofu
Avispa Fukuoka
#18 · J1 League
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★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.47
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.44 (implied 69.5%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 72.0% probability (an expert ratio of 1.39). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (72.0% vs 69.5%), 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 Avispa Fukuoka to win this match, projecting a scoreline of 1-0 against Tokyo Verdy. Avispa Fukuoka currently occupies 16th place in the J1 League, having secured 7 points from 9 matches. Their season has been marked by inconsistent form, with two wins and a draw, but they have managed to score 11 goals, which indicates a slightly more effective attack compared to their opponent. On the other hand, Tokyo Verdy sits at the bottom of the league in 19th place, with just 4 points from 8 matches. They have failed to win a match this season, recording 4 draws and 4 losses. Their goal difference of -8 highlights significant struggles defensively, as they have only managed to score 4 goals while conceding 12. This lack of offensive output is a major concern for their chances in this fixture. The model gives Avispa Fukuoka a higher win probability, projecting them to secure the three points in this matchup. However, a caveat exists: if Tokyo Verdy can improve their attacking play or if Fukuoka's defence falters, the outcome could be different. The full method behind this prediction is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

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

Match Result
Tokyo Verdy Win33%3.25
Draw26%2.97
Avispa Fukuoka Win41%2.32
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.6251.8%

Tokyo Verdy have kept a clean sheet in 25% of matches. Avispa Fukuoka average 1.3 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.4457.8%

Tokyo Verdy manage games at home, conceding just 1.70 goals per match. Avispa Fukuoka score 1.32 on the road.

Correct Score
Tokyo Verdy 0-1 Avispa Fukuoka
5.4718.3%

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

Asian Handicap
Avispa Fukuoka -0.0
1.6135%

Avispa Fukuoka have been the stronger side, winning 24% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
0-1
5.47
18.3%
1-1
5.81
17.3%
0-0
6.25
16.1%
1-0
7.03
14.3%
0-2
9.55
10.5%
1-2
9.81
10.2%

Our model projects a 0-1 Avispa Fukuoka win as the most likely scoreline at 18.3% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Tokyo Verdy
-0.0
2.27
Avispa Fukuoka
+0.0
1.61
Tokyo Verdy
-1.5
8.00
Avispa Fukuoka
+1.5
5.00

Lines averaged across 5 bookmakers. Avispa Fukuoka 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

Tokyo Verdy vs Avispa Fukuoka
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
Marathonbet
3.243.022.302.591.392.161.60
Betfair
3.303.002.302.701.442.201.65
Pinnacle
3.352.942.432.781.45——
SBO
2.982.742.32————
William Hill
3.302.802.25——2.151.62
Bet365
3.253.102.302.701.442.201.62
1xBet
3.323.102.362.691.442.161.62
Betano
3.203.002.352.651.472.181.62
BetVictor
3.303.002.302.531.442.151.62

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
85.3%
Over 1.5 Goals
60.9%
Over 2.5 Goals
42.2%
Over 3.5 Goals
17.2%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XTokyo Verdy or Draw
59%1.59
12Tokyo Verdy or Avispa Fukuoka
74%1.36
X2Draw or Avispa Fukuoka
67%1.31

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Tokyo Verdy leads 3-2)
3 Tokyo Verdy5 Draw2 Avispa Fukuoka
20 Jan
Tokyo Verdy
3-4
Avispa Fukuoka
Friendlies Clubs
Nov 25
Tokyo Verdy
0-0
Avispa Fukuoka
J1 League
May 25
Avispa Fukuoka
0-0
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
Jul 24
Avispa Fukuoka
0-1
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
Apr 24
Tokyo Verdy
0-0
Avispa Fukuoka
J1 League
Nov 20
Tokyo Verdy
1-1
Avispa Fukuoka
J2 League
Aug 20
Avispa Fukuoka
1-3
Tokyo Verdy
J2 League
Nov 19
Avispa Fukuoka
2-0
Tokyo Verdy
J2 League
May 19
Tokyo Verdy
3-2
Avispa Fukuoka
J2 League
Jul 18
Avispa Fukuoka
0-0
Tokyo Verdy
J2 League

In the last 10 matches between Tokyo Verdy and Avispa Fukuoka, Tokyo Verdy has won 3 times, there have been 5 draws, and Avispa Fukuoka has won 2 matches. The scorelines indicate a generally competitive rivalry, with a notable number of draws and several low-scoring encounters; four of the last ten matches ended in 0-0. The most recent win for Avispa Fukuoka came in November 2019, suggesting a lack of recent success against Tokyo Verdy. Overall, while both teams have had their victories, the head-to-head record remains closely contested.

J1 League Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Machida Zelvia
1182130102026
WWWLD
2
FC Tokyo
117312181324
DWWWW
3
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
1172225101523
LWWWW
4
Vissel Kobe
117131811722
LWLWW
5
Kashiwa Reysol
117132217522
DLWWW
6
Kashima
116232318520
DWWDL
18
Avispa Fukuoka
112181218-67
LLWLL
19
JEF United Chiba
111371022-126
LDDLD
20
Tokyo Verdy
11056620-145
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Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Tokyo VerdyHome
0W2D5L
7 playedGF 3 · GA 150.29 pts/game
Avispa FukuokaAway
0W0D4L
4 playedGF 3 · GA 90.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2027 Season
Tokyo VerdyAvispa Fukuoka
0.95Goals p.g.1.32
1.7Goals conceded p.g.1.61
25%Clean sheets10%
22%Win rate24%
2.65Avg goals in match2.93
0.45xG per game0.83
40%Possession %41%
2.1Shots on target / game4.5
3.3Corners per game4.5
Tokyo Verdy
Recent Form

Tokyo Verdy have won 6 of their last 22 matches at home, drawing 4 and losing 12. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Tokyo Verdy 0-4 and lost to Tokyo Verdy 0-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 9W 11D 20L from the last 40 games (23% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Tokyo VerdyAll competitions
21 Oct
Yokohama F. Marinos
2-2
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
17 Oct
Tokyo Verdy
0-4
FC Tokyo
J1 League
11 Oct
Tokyo Verdy
0-2
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
J1 League
07 Oct
Gainare Tottori
0-0
Tokyo Verdy
Emperor Cup
29 Sept
Sagan Tosu
2-1
Tokyo Verdy
J-League Cup
19 Sept
Urawa
3-1
Tokyo Verdy
J1 League
9
Win
23%
11
Draw
28%
20
Lost
50%
Avispa Fukuoka
Recent Form

Avispa Fukuoka have won 5 of their last 17 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 9. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Machida Zelvia 3-0 and lost to Sagan Tosu 2-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 10W 13D 18L from the last 41 games (24% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Avispa FukuokaAll competitions
21 Oct
Avispa Fukuoka
1-2
Gamba Osaka
J1 League
18 Oct
Machida Zelvia
3-0
Avispa Fukuoka
J1 League
14 Oct
Sagan Tosu
2-1
Avispa Fukuoka
J-League Cup
10 Oct
Avispa Fukuoka
2-1
Fagiano Okayama
J1 League
07 Oct
Avispa Fukuoka
0-1
Yokohama FC
Emperor Cup
29 Sept
Osaka
1-2
Avispa Fukuoka
J-League Cup
10
Win
24%
13
Draw
32%
18
Lost
44%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

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

Unavailable Players

0 players

Tokyo Verdy

No reported absences

Avispa Fukuoka

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 Goals1.44 (57.8%)
Value Bets
Tokyo Verdy Win3.25 (33%)
Draw2.97 (25.6%)
Avispa Fukuoka Win2.32 (41.4%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.66 (42.2%)
Both Teams Score2.17 (48.2%)
BTTS No1.62 (51.8%)

Yellow Card Prediction

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

Corner Prediction

Tokyo Verdy have averaged 3.3 corners per match at home; Avispa Fukuoka 4.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 4.9 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Avispa Fukuoka have generated 0.83 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 24% of them. They put 4.5 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Avispa Fukuoka 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.