Machida Zelvia vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Prediction & Preview
Introduction to the Match
The upcoming match between Machida Zelvia and Sanfrecce Hiroshima is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams looking to kick off their Japan J-League campaign on a positive note. Sanfrecce Hiroshima has a clear advantage in the head-to-head record, having won the last two matches against Machida Zelvia.
Recent Form and Goal-Scoring Ability
Machida Zelvia has had a mixed run of form, with 3 wins, 4 losses, and 3 draws in their last 10 matches, taking 12 points from their last 10 games. Sanfrecce Hiroshima, on the other hand, has had a slightly better run, with 4 wins and 4 losses in their last 8 matches, also taking 12 points from their last 8 games. Sanfrecce Hiroshima's goal-scoring ability is a significant threat, averaging 2.3 goals per game, compared to Machida Zelvia's 1.1 goals per game.
Analysis of Over/Under 2.5 Goals
Considering the goal averages and historical data, Sanfrecce Hiroshima's matches have ended with Over 2.5 goals 70% of the time, while 62.5% of their away matches have ended with Over 2.5 goals. This suggests that Sanfrecce Hiroshima is likely to be involved in a high-scoring encounter. The odds for Over 2.5 goals are 2.05, while the odds for Under 2.5 goals are 1.75, indicating that the bookmakers slightly favor the match ending with Under 2.5 goals.
Home/Draw/Away (1X2) Analysis
The odds for the match reflect Sanfrecce Hiroshima's status as favorites, with an away win priced at 2.15. A home win for Machida Zelvia is priced at 3.4, while a draw is also priced at 3.4. Given the recent form and head-to-head record, Sanfrecce Hiroshima seems to have an edge, but the odds for a Machida Zelvia win or a draw may offer better value, considering the potential for an upset.
Bet Analysis
Given the analysis above, the value lies in betting on Over 2.5 goals, as the odds provide a reasonable payout for what appears to be a plausible outcome, given Sanfrecce Hiroshima's scoring record and the likelihood of them being involved in a high-scoring match. Additionally, considering Sanfrecce Hiroshima's goal-scoring ability and their advantage in the head-to-head record, betting on an away win also seems like a viable option.
Main Bet: Over 2.5 @ 2.05 Alternative Bet: Away @ 2.15
Note: Form & statistics are taken from their last 10 played games.
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