Kyoto Sanga vs Avispa Fukuoka predictions, Feb 22, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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As Kyoto Sanga prepares to host Avispa Fukuoka in the J1 League on February 22, 2026, both teams seek to build momentum early in the season. Kyoto Sanga, having managed to secure a victory in one of their last two matches, will look to leverage their home advantage at the Nishikyogoku Stadium. Historically strong in midfield, Sanga’s ability to control possession and create scoring opportunities will be crucial against a solid defensive setup from Fukuoka.

On the other hand, Avispa Fukuoka enters this match with a similar record, having achieved just one win in their last two outings. Known for their counter-attacking style, Fukuoka can exploit any gaps left by Sanga’s pressing game. Their recent form suggests a team capable of resilience and strategic play, which could be vital in away fixtures.

Bookmakers have rated Sanga slightly higher at odds of 2.02 for a home win compared to Avispa’s 3.76 for an away victory, indicating the competitive nature of this matchup. While both teams have shown flashes of potential, the outcome remains uncertain. This encounter promises to be a tactical battle, with each side aiming to establish their dominance early in the season.

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Kyoto
46.3%

Draw
28.8%

Avispa Fukuoka
24.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Japan J1 League Kyoto: 10.57% Avispa Fukuoka: 0.42%

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Betting Odds

1	X	2
2.06	3.35	3.84
2	3.15	3.75
2.03	3.28	3.7
2	3.1	3.6
2.02	3.36	3.76
1.96	3.2	3.75

Latest Results

14.02.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Kyoto Sanga – 1:2 penalties
06.02.26 Kyoto Sanga – Vissel Kobe – 1:1
06.12.25 Kyoto Sanga – Vissel Kobe – 2:0
30.11.25 Yokohama FC – Kyoto Sanga – 0:1
09.11.25 Kyoto Sanga – Yokohama F. Marinos – 0:3

15.02.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Cerezo Osaka – 0:2
07.02.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1 penalties
06.12.25 Nagoya Grampus – Avispa Fukuoka – 1:0
30.11.25 Avispa Fukuoka – Gamba Osaka – 1:0
08.11.25 Tokyo Verdy – Avispa Fukuoka – 0:0

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kyoto won 2.

Avispa Fukuoka may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Kyoto could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Kyoto won 7 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 24:24. (average 1.2:1.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Kyoto won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 5 matches, and goals 12:10. (average 1.2:1).

Latest Head To Head

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
11.05.24 Kyoto Sanga – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:3
26.08.23 Kyoto Sanga – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:0

Standings

2026

East

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Verdy	2	2	0	0	0	5:2	6
2	Kawasaki Frontale	2	1	1	0	0	6:3	5
3	Machida	2	1	1	0	0	6:4	5
4	FC Tokyo	2	0	2	0	0	4:2	4
5	Urawa Reds	2	1	0	1	0	3:2	4
6	Kashima Antlers	2	1	0	1	0	2:2	4
7	Mito	2	0	0	1	1	3:6	1
8	Chiba	2	0	0	1	1	0:3	1
9	Yokohama F. Marinos	2	0	0	0	2	2:4	0
10	Kashiwa Reysol	2	0	0	0	2	4:7	0

West

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	2	1	1	0	0	5:2	5
2	Vissel Kobe	2	1	1	0	0	4:1	5
3	Nagoya Grampus	2	1	1	0	0	2:0	5
4	Cerezo Osaka	2	1	0	1	0	2:1	4
5	Kyoto	2	0	1	1	0	3:3	3
6	Gamba Osaka	2	0	1	1	0	1:1	3
7	Avispa Fukuoka	2	0	1	0	1	2:3	2
8	Okayama	2	0	0	2	0	2:4	2
9	Shimizu S-Pulse	2	0	0	1	1	1:3	1
10	V-Varen Nagasaki	2	0	0	0	2	1:5	0

Japan J1 League Outrights

1. Kashima Antlers: 5 (16.92%)

2. Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 6 (14.1%)

3. Vissel Kobe: 7 (12.08%)

4. Kashiwa Reysol: 7 (12.08%)

5. Kyoto: 8 (10.57%)

6. Machida Zelvia: 10 (8.46%)

7. Kawasaki Frontale: 12 (7.05%)

8. Urawa Reds: 23 (3.68%)

9. Cerezo Osaka: 26 (3.25%)

10. FC Tokyo: 26 (3.25%)

11. Gamba Osaka: 29 (2.92%)

12. Yokohama F. Marinos: 51 (1.66%)

13. Verdy: 81 (1.04%)

14. Nagoya Grampus: 101 (0.84%)

15. Avispa Fukuoka: 201 (0.42%)

16. Okayama: 251 (0.34%)

17. Mito: 251 (0.34%)

18. Chiba: 251 (0.34%)

19. Shimizu S-Pulse: 251 (0.34%)

20. V-Varen Nagasaki: 251 (0.34%)

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