Japan vs China predictions, Jul 29, 2026

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As the Nations League Volleyball showdown approaches on July 29, 2026, Japan will host China in what promises to be a compelling encounter. Japan enters the match in phenomenal form, boasting an impressive five-match winning streak. Their performance has highlighted a cohesive team unit with sharp attacking and solid defensive strategies, making them a formidable opponent on home soil.

Conversely, China has struggled recently, faltering in their last five matches without securing a victory. Their recent form raises concerns about their tactical execution and ability to respond under pressure. Japan’s home advantage further amplifies the challenge for China, as they will need to find ways to counter the host’s momentum and support.

With bookmakers favoring Japan significantly at odds of 1.04, versus China’s 11.43, the expectations lean heavily towards a home win. A predicted final score of 3:0 reflects the current dynamics between these two teams. However, while Japan’s dominance is apparent, volleyball can be unpredictable, and China may draw on their competitive spirit to challenge expectations. Ultimately, fans can expect an engaging match, but the outcome remains uncertain until the final whistle.

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Japan 91%

China 9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:0

Outrights of Nations League Volleyball Japan: 7.18% China: 0.54%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.05		8
	1.02		18.5
	1.04		7.93
	1.05		7.8

Latest Results

19.07.26 Japan volleyball – Argentina volleyball – 3:0 17.07.26 Japan volleyball – Belgium volleyball – 3:0 16.07.26 Japan volleyball – Canada volleyball – 3:2 15.07.26 Japan volleyball – Italy volleyball – 3:2 28.06.26 France volleyball – Japan volleyball – 2:3

19.07.26 China volleyball – Brazil volleyball – 0:3 17.07.26 China volleyball – Bulgaria volleyball – 1:3 16.07.26 China volleyball – France volleyball – 0:3 15.07.26 USA volleyball – China volleyball – 3:0 28.06.26 China volleyball – Germany volleyball – 1:3

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Japan won 3.

Japan has been on a winning streak and is in great shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).

China has suffered multiple defeats recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

In this match, Japan is the obvious favorite.

In the last 17 head-to-head matches, Japan won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 26:38. (average 1.5:2.2).

Latest Head To Head

13.06.26 China volleyball – Japan volleyball – 1:3 11.06.25 China volleyball – Japan volleyball – 0:3 25.09.23 China volleyball – Japan volleyball – 3:0 04.07.23 Japan volleyball – China volleyball – 3:2 14.08.22 Japan volleyball – China volleyball – 0:3

Standings

Draw

Play Offs

Quarter-finals

1	Brazil (1)	China (17)	3 : 1
2	Japan (4)	Poland (5)	0 : 3
3	Italy (2)	Cuba (7)	3 : 1
4	France (3)	Slovenia (6)	1 : 3

Semi-finals

1	Brazil (1)	Poland (5)	0 : 3
2	Italy (2)	Slovenia (6)	3 : 1

Final

1

Poland (5)

Italy (2)

3 : 0

3rd place

2

Brazil (1)

Slovenia (6)

3 : 1

Nations League Volleyball Outrights

1. Italy W: 1.7 (25.36%)

2. Poland: 2.25 (19.16%)

3. Italy: 4.5 (9.58%)

4. USA: 5.5 (7.84%)

5. Japan: 6 (7.18%)

6. USA W: 6 (7.18%)

7. Turkey W: 8 (5.39%)

8. Brazil W: 10 (4.31%)

9. Slovenia: 12 (3.59%)

10. Japan W: 13 (3.32%)

11. China W: 17 (2.54%)

12. Turkey: 34 (1.27%)

13. Canada W: 34 (1.27%)

14. Ukraine: 51 (0.85%)

15. Netherlands W: 67 (0.64%)

16. China: 80 (0.54%)

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