J1 League · Matchday 5 · Season 2026 · ScheduledAjinomoto Stadium, Tokyo

Prediction for Tokyo Verdy vs Vissel Kobe

Tokyo VerdyView team →LDLDL
1X2 PREDICTION BALANCE
19.6%Tokyo Verdy
31.3%Draw
49.1%Vissel Kobe
Vissel KobeView team →WLDWL
VERDICTVissel Kobe slight favourite

Foresportia's analysis estimates that Vissel Kobe has the advantage based on the 1X2 probabilities. The models give Vissel Kobe a slight edge, but the gap is not large enough to form a strong signal. The stability level still calls for a cautious reading. The more protective signal remains double chance X2 at 80.3%, rather than the straight 1X2 pick. Confidence reflects how clear the signal is for this match; stability reflects its historical robustness.

1X2 STABILITYRisk The stability badge measures the historical robustness of the 1X2 signal.Model confidence 48.7%
ROBUST ALTERNATIVEDouble chance X2 · 80.3%A more protective scenario than the straight 1X2 pick.

Why the model sees it this way

Relative strengthAdvantage Vissel Kobe
Recent formAdvantage Vissel Kobe
Goal profileRather low-scoring
Signal stabilityLow
Model confidenceModerate

Probabilities & verdict

Tokyo Verdy19.6%
Draw31.3%
Vissel Kobe49.1%

Main pickVissel Kobe

1X2 STABILITYRisk

Model confidence48.7%

1X2 alternatives

1X2 alternatives
MarketPickProbabilityReading
Double chanceX280.3%Most robust signal
Draw no betVissel Kobe71.4%Solid
Total goalsUnder 2.554.5%Neutral
Both teams to scoreNo50.3%Neutral
Total goalsUnder 3.579.3%Solid
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How the match could unfold

Expected goals (xG)0.86Tokyo Verdy

Expected goals (xG)1.47Vissel Kobe

Under 2.5 probability54.5%

BTTS No probability50.3%

Top 5 likely scores
0 - 113.2%1 - 112.3%1 - 212.3%0 - 012.2%0 - 27.6%

Advanced scenarios

Tokyo VerdyVissel Kobe
22.4%
Clean sheet
40.1%
10.2%
Win to nil
27.9%
5.2%
Win by 2 goals or more
23.3%
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Team comparison

19thCurrent position6th
1436Elo1582
LDLDLForm (last 5)WLDWL
0.8Goals scored / match (5)0.8
2.0Goals conceded / match (5)1.0
20.0Clean sheets (5)40.0
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Prediction reliability

Risk profile

This match carries more uncertainty than average. Our models therefore reduce confidence slightly.

HISTORICAL PERFORMANCERisk profile
47.3%

47.3% correct predictions
over 482 verified matches

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HISTORICAL SUCCESS RATE55%45%35%09619328938648247.3%Number of matches

Quick FAQ

What is the prediction for Tokyo Verdy vs Vissel Kobe?

The Foresportia model gives Vissel Kobe a slight edge at 49.1%. Caution is still required.

What is the likely score?

The model's first score scenario is 0 - 1 (13.20%). An exact score remains one scenario among several.

Is BTTS likely?

The model estimates BTTS Yes at 49.7% and BTTS No at 50.3%.

Which market is the most cautious according to the model?

Double chance X2 stands at 80.3%, without being certain.

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Our commitment

◇ Predictions archived before kick-off

◇ No invented data

What the data says about Tokyo Verdy vs Vissel Kobe

This J1 League fixture is presented using the competition calendar, the available standings and the teams' recent form.

Before kick-off, Tokyo Verdy sits 19th and Vissel Kobe 6th in the table. Their Elo ratings are 1436 for Tokyo Verdy and 1582 for Vissel Kobe.

Across the five latest available matches, the form index is 13.3% for Tokyo Verdy and 46.7% for Vissel Kobe. It measures recent momentum but does not decide the result on its own.

According to probabilities calculated by Foresportia, the 1X2 projection gives Tokyo Verdy 19.6%, the draw 31.3% and Vissel Kobe 49.1%. The expected-goals model projects 0.86 xG against 1.47, for a combined 2.34. The most likely score according to Foresportia is 0–1 at 13.2%.