Yokohama FC vs Tokyo Verdy Prediction, Stats, H2H – 30 Aug 2025

Prepare for an intriguing Japan J1 League clash as Yokohama FC faces Tokyo Verdy at NHK Spring Mitsuzawa Football Stadium on August 30, 2025. With Yokohama FC languishing in 19th place and Tokyo Verdy positioned in 14th, this Round 28 encounter is critical for both teams. Our expert prediction, supported by detailed stats, head-to-head (H2H) analysis, and team insights, offers valuable betting tips for this matchup. Dive into our comprehensive preview for the latest form, injuries, and key trends.

Match Details

• Date: August 30, 2025
• Venue: NHK Spring Mitsuzawa Football Stadium, Yokohama, Japan
• Competition: Japan J1 League, Round 28
• Weather: 77°F, clear conditions
• Distance: Local derby in the Kanagawa region

Prediction

Our analysis predicts a draw with a likely scoreline of 1-1. The average goals expected are 2.35, suggesting a tightly contested match. The draw holds a 36% probability, with Yokohama FC at 32% and Tokyo Verdy at 31% for a win.

• Betting Odds:
  • Yokohama FC: +190
  • Draw: +190
  • Tokyo Verdy: +150

Head-to-Head (H2H)

Yokohama FC has a slight edge in recent encounters:

• Yokohama FC wins: 3 (50%)
• Draws: 1 (17%)
• Tokyo Verdy wins: 2 (33%)

The teams have a history of competitive matches, with draws and narrow victories common in recent J2 League meetings.

Team Standings

Position	Team	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-
14th	Tokyo Verdy	31	27	8	7	12	16	28	-12
19th	Yokohama FC	22	27	6	4	17	18	35	-17

Yokohama FC’s struggles are evident with a -17 goal difference, while Tokyo Verdy’s conservative attack (16 goals) reflects their defensive approach.

Recent Form

• Yokohama FC:
  • Wins: 1 (17%)
  • Draws: 1 (17%)
  • Losses: 4 (67%)
  • Poor home form with 4 losses in their last 6 home games.
• Tokyo Verdy:
  • Wins: 2 (33%)
  • Draws: 0 (0%)
  • Losses: 4 (67%)
  • Struggling away, with 3 losses in their last 6 away matches.

Injuries and Suspensions

Yokohama FC

• I. Miyata (F): Torn Thigh Muscle (out until 01/26/2026)
• L. Araújo de Almeida (F): Ankle Sprain
• L. Alves Sao Pedro de Jesus (D): Broken Kneecap
• T. Murata (M): Calf Injury (out until 10/05/2025)

Tokyo Verdy

• H. Yamami (F): Cruciate Ligament Injury (out until 02/28/2026)
• G. Yamada (F): Torn Knee Ligaments (out until 11/03/2025)

Both teams face significant absences in their attacking lines, which could lead to a low-scoring game.

Key Stats

Yokohama FC

• Clean Sheets: 10 (0.29 per game)
• Corners: 116 (3.41 per game)
• Goal Kicks: 31 (0.91 per game)
• Throws In: 66 (1.94 per game)
• Offsides: 38 (1.12 per game)
• Penalties: 1/2 (0.06 per game)
• GK Saves: 61 (1.79 per game)
• Disciplinary: 2 red cards, 38 yellow cards, 289 fouls, 433 tackles

Tokyo Verdy

• Clean Sheets: 15 (0.43 per game)
• Corners: 164 (4.69 per game)
• Goal Kicks: 14 (0.4 per game)
• Throws In: 69 (1.97 per game)
• Offsides: 33 (0.94 per game)
• Penalties: 1/2 (0.06 per game)
• GK Saves: 69 (1.97 per game)
• Disciplinary: 3 red cards, 41 yellow cards, 348 fouls, 452 tackles

Trends

• Yokohama FC: Struggling with consistency, losing 83% of their last 6 matches and facing relegation pressure.
• Tokyo Verdy: More resilient defensively but lack firepower, scoring only 16 goals in 27 matches.

Upcoming Matches

• Yokohama FC:
  • vs. TBD (JpC, 03/09/2025)
  • vs. TBD (JpC, 07/09/2025)
  • vs. TBD (Jp1, 12/09/2025)
• Tokyo Verdy:
  • vs. TBD (Jp1, 15/09/2025)
  • vs. TBD (Jp1, 20/09/2025)
  • vs. TBD (Jp1, 23/09/2025)

Why Bet on a Draw?

Both teams are in poor form, with Yokohama FC’s home struggles and Tokyo Verdy’s away woes pointing to a stalemate. Injuries to key attackers on both sides and a history of tight H2H matches support a low-scoring draw. A 1-1 draw is the most likely outcome, with under 2.5 goals being a solid betting option.

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