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As Kyoto Sanga prepares to host Avispa Fukuoka on August 29, 2026, both teams will be looking to improve their recent performances in the J1 League. Kyoto Sanga has struggled to find form, failing to secure a victory in their last three matches. This lack of success may force them to reassess their tactical approach, particularly in capitalizing on home advantage, where they typically perform better.
On the other hand, Avispa Fukuoka has seen slightly more positive results, clinching one victory in their last four outings. While their overall form remains below expectations, this win may inject some much-needed confidence into the squad. Fukuoka’s ability to capitalize on counter-attacks could prove crucial, especially against a Sanga side that may leave spaces open in pursuit of a positive result.
Bookmakers’ odds reflect this close matchup, with Kyoto Sanga slightly favored at 2.55 compared to Avispa Fukuoka’s 2.92. Given the current form of both teams, fans can expect a competitive encounter. Ultimately, while Sanga aims for redemption on home soil, Fukuoka will look to exploit any weaknesses and potentially upset the hosts. As always, the outcome remains uncertain in this tightly contested match.
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| Kyoto 36.9% |
Draw 30.9% |
Avispa Fukuoka 32.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.62 | 3.25 | 3.00 | |
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2.45 | 3.00 | 2.85 | |
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2.58 | 3.12 | 2.95 | |
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2.55 | 3.00 | 2.85 | |
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2.58 | 3.03 | 2.93 | |
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2.55 | 3.00 | 2.95 |
Latest Results
| 22.08.26 Kyoto Sanga – Mito HollyHock – 1:3 15.08.26 Kawasaki Frontale – Kyoto Sanga – 2:2 09.08.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Kyoto Sanga – 2:1 06.06.26 Kashiwa Reysol – Kyoto Sanga – 0:1 30.05.26 Kyoto Sanga – Kashiwa Reysol – 2:6 |
22.08.26 Kashima Antlers – Avispa Fukuoka – 3:2 15.08.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Cerezo Osaka – 3:0 08.08.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Vissel Kobe – 0:1 11.07.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Giravanz Kitakyushu – 1:2 06.06.26 JEF United Chiba – Avispa Fukuoka – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 06.05.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Kyoto Sanga – 2:1 penalties 22.02.26 Kyoto Sanga – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:0 21.07.25 Avispa Fukuoka – Kyoto Sanga – 2:2 09.03.25 Kyoto Sanga – Avispa Fukuoka – 0:1 07.07.24 Avispa Fukuoka – Kyoto Sanga – 1:2 |
Standings
2026/27
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Machida | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 | 3 |
| 3 | Kashima Antlers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | Gamba Osaka | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 1 | 3 |
| 5 | Cerezo Osaka | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 1 | 3 |
| 9 | Vissel Kobe | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 1 | 3 |
| 10 | Verdy | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 0 | 1 |
| 12 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | -1 | 0 |
| 13 | Urawa Reds | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | -1 | 0 |
| 14 | Mito | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 15 | Kyoto | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 16 | Okayama | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 17 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | -1 | 0 |
| 18 | Nagoya Grampus | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | -1 | 0 |
| 19 | Chiba | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | -3 | 0 |
| 20 | FC Tokyo | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:5 | -4 | 0 |
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