V-Varen Nagasaki vs Vissel Kobe predictions, May 17, 2026

May 12, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Japan J1 League, on Sunday,

V-Varen Nagasaki

Vissel Kobe

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As V-Varen Nagasaki prepares to host Vissel Kobe on May 17, 2026, the matchup in the Japan J1 League promises to be an intriguing encounter. Recent form sees V-Varen Nagasaki securing wins in 2 of their last 5 matches, indicating a modest improvement as they aim to capitalize on home advantage. Their tactical setup, likely focused on a sturdy defense and quick counterattacks, will be crucial in attempting to disrupt Vissel Kobe’s rhythm.

On the other hand, Vissel Kobe has experienced turbulence, managing just 1 win in their last 5 fixtures. Despite this, they hold a significant edge in bookmakers’ odds, listed at 1.77 for an away victory, reflecting confidence in their squad’s ability to turn performances around. Their ability to maintain possession and utilize attacking transitions may pose significant challenges for Nagasaki’s defense.

According to predictive models, V-Varen Nagasaki has a 20.7% chance of winning, while Vissel Kobe enjoys a 53.8% probability of securing the three points, with a predicted final score of 0:1. While trends favor the visitors, both teams will be keenly aware of the importance of the match, making for a potentially competitive showdown. As always, outcomes in soccer can be unpredictable, and both sides will be eager to assert their dominance on the pitch.

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V-Varen Nagasaki
21.3%		 Draw
26.4%		 Vissel Kobe
52.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 0:1

Outrights of Japan J1 League Vissel Kobe: 28.85%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 4.45 3.55 1.72
MarathonBet 4.28 3.52 1.82
WilliamHill 4.2 3.3 1.83
Pinnacle 4.51 3.7 1.77

Latest Results

09.05.26 Cerezo Osaka – V-Varen Nagasaki – 3:2
06.05.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1
03.05.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Nagoya Grampus – 1:2
29.04.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – V-Varen Nagasaki – 1:2
25.04.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Gamba Osaka – 1:2 penalties		 10.05.26 Vissel Kobe – Fagiano Okayama – 0:3
06.05.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Vissel Kobe – 1:2 penalties
02.05.26 Gamba Osaka – Vissel Kobe – 5:0
29.04.26 Vissel Kobe – Cerezo Osaka – 0:1 penalties
20.04.26 Vissel Kobe – Al-Ahli Jeddah – 1:2

Facts

  • This match will feature an outsider and one of the leaders (ranked 10 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 19th place) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 3rd place)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, V-Varen Nagasaki won 0.
  • V-Varen Nagasaki has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Vissel Kobe is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • V-Varen Nagasaki may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Vissel Kobe is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, V-Varen Nagasaki won 0 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 4:10. (average 0.7:1.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, V-Varen Nagasaki won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1:5. (average 0.3:1.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.02.26 Vissel Kobe – V-Varen Nagasaki – 2:0
    06.10.18 Vissel Kobe – V-Varen Nagasaki – 1:1
    18.07.18 V-Varen Nagasaki – Vissel Kobe – 0:1
    18.04.18 V-Varen Nagasaki – Vissel Kobe – 1:2
    07.03.18 Vissel Kobe – V-Varen Nagasaki – 2:2

    Standings

    2026

    East

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Kashima Antlers 16 11 2 2 1 28:11 39
    2 FC Tokyo 16 9 3 2 2 31:17 35
    3 Machida 15 7 4 2 2 25:20 31
    4 Urawa Reds 16 7 0 3 6 25:20 24
    5 Verdy 15 6 3 0 6 21:19 24
    6 Kawasaki Frontale 16 6 2 1 7 21:26 23
    7 Mito 16 2 4 4 6 22:35 18
    8 Yokohama F. Marinos 16 5 0 2 9 22:30 17
    9 Kashiwa Reysol 16 4 1 0 11 17:22 14
    10 Chiba 16 3 0 3 10 16:28 12

    West

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Nagoya Grampus 16 8 2 3 3 30:21 31
    2 Vissel Kobe 15 7 2 3 3 25:22 28
    3 Gamba Osaka 17 4 5 3 5 29:24 25
    4 Cerezo Osaka 16 5 4 2 5 21:18 25
    5 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 16 6 2 2 6 23:21 24
    6 Shimizu S-Pulse 16 4 4 4 4 22:21 24
    7 Okayama 16 5 2 4 5 22:26 23
    8 Avispa Fukuoka 17 3 4 4 6 21:30 21
    9 Kyoto 15 4 3 2 6 21:23 20
    10 V-Varen Nagasaki 16 6 0 1 9 18:26 19

    Japan J1 League Outrights

    1. Kashima Antlers: 2.1 (39.56%)

    2. Vissel Kobe: 2.88 (28.85%)

    3. Nagoya Grampus: 4.5 (18.46%)

    4. FC Tokyo: 15 (5.54%)

    5. Machida Zelvia: 21 (3.96%)

    6. Gamba Osaka: 41 (2.03%)

    7. Cerezo Osaka: 201 (0.41%)

    8. Shimizu S-Pulse: 201 (0.41%)

    9. Kyoto: 201 (0.41%)

    10. Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 251 (0.33%)

    11. Okayama: 2001 (0.04%)

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