J1 League
JEF United vs Machida Zelvia
Sat, 15 Aug 2026 - 11:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Fukuda Denshi Arena
JEF United vs Machida Zelvia Prediction & Stats - J1 League 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. JEF United vs Machida Zelvia carries real history into this round of the J1 League.
The two sides meet on 15/08 (Saturday) at Fukuda Denshi Arena, 11:00 (UK time).
Read the JEF United vs Machida Zelvia prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on JEF United vs Machida Zelvia
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the JEF United vs Machida Zelvia call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals
Last updated on 13-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Machida Zelvia the side to beat, with roughly 24% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all J1 League odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
JEF United Preview
JEF United reach this fixture 1 match into their J1 League. Here is where JEF United stand:
In this competition
0 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost
0 points per game
0 scored, at 0 a game
3 conceded, at 3 a game
JEF United, season-wide
0 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Daniel Olatunji Hall, 0 goals
Most assists: Daniel Olatunji Hall, 0 assists
Recent results — JEF United
08/08/2026 06:15
12/12/2025 23:05
06/12/2025 23:00
29/11/2025 00:00
22/11/2025 23:00
Machida Zelvia: how they are travelling
Machida Zelvia come in 1 matches into their J1 League.
Here is what Machida Zelvia have produced:
In this competition
1 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost
3 points per game
5 scored, at 5 a game
1 conceded, at 1 a game
Machida Zelvia, season-wide
1 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Mitchell Duke, 1 goals
Most assists: Yuta Nakayama, 2 assists
Recent results — Machida Zelvia
08/08/2026 06:00
21/04/2026 12:15
17/04/2026 14:00
10/03/2026 06:00
03/03/2026 05:00
The head-to-head favours JEF United
Recent meetings have tended to go JEF United's way against Machida Zelvia.
From 18 match(es):
JEF United: 7 win(s)
Machida Zelvia: 5 win(s)
Drawn: 6
It is a pattern worth weighing in the JEF United vs Machida Zelvia prediction.
Form comparison JEF United vs Machida Zelvia
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
JEF United
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
|
0 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scored | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Conceded | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
-0.19 | 0 | 0.81 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 0 | 2.48 |
Away Team
Machida Zelvia
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
|
3 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Goals | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Scored | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.02 | 0 | 2.02 |
|
xGA
|
0.1 | 0 | 1.1 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Machida Zelvia to Win the 1st Half
We see strong value in backing Machida Zelvia to take a first-half lead in this matchup. They often start matches strong and are expected to do the same against JEF United.
The half-time odds present better betting value than the full-time result, making this an even more attractive bet.
👉 Prediction: Machida Zelvia to Win
Machida Zelvia faces a tough challenge against JEF United, especially playing at Fukuda Denshi Arena, but we still see them as the stronger side.
Their recent form has been outstanding, with strong performances and positive momentum on their side. Our betting tip is Machida Zelvia to win the match.
Fixture information - JEF United vs Machida Zelvia
Match: JEF United vs Machida Zelvia
Competition: J1 League
Date: Saturday, 15/08/2026
Kick-off: 11:00 (UK time)
Venue: Fukuda Denshi Arena
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Stats
The statistics for JEF United vs Machida Zelvia that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3
League: 3.6
Both Teams to Score
50%
League: 70%
Over 1.5+
50%
League: 80%
Over 2.5+
50%
League: 70%
Cards
1
League: 2.5
Corners
5
League: 9.2
Home Team
JEF United
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
|
0 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scored | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Conceded | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
-0.19 | 0 | 0.81 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 0 | 2.48 |
Away Team
Machida Zelvia
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
|
3 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Goals | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Scored | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.02 | 0 | 2.02 |
|
xGA
|
0.1 | 0 | 1.1 |
Corners
3 / Match
+133% Corners / Match
Machida Zelvia received +133% more corners than JEF United in the J1 League
7 / Match
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
(0)(5)
Tokyo
Cards
1 / Match
+0% Cards / Match
Both Teams are equal in terms of cards
1 / Match
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
(1)(1)
Tokyo
Goals Scored
0 / Match
100%
Machida Zelvia is 100% better in terms of goals scored
5 / Match
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
(0)(5)
Tokyo
Goals Conceded
3 / Match
+67%
JEF United condeded +67% more goals than Machida Zelvia
1 / Match
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
(3)(1)
Tokyo
J1 League Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Machida Zelvia
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| 2 |
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 3 |
Shimizu S-Pulse
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 4 |
Vissel Kobe
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 5 |
Cerezo Osaka
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 6 |
Kashiwa Reysol
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 7 |
V-Varen Nagasaki
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 8 |
Gamba Osaka
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 9 |
Kashima Antlers
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 10 |
Kawasaki Frontale
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 11 |
Tokyo Verdy
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 12 |
Avispa Fukuoka
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 |
Nagoya Grampus
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 14 |
Fagiano Okayama
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 |
Kyoto Sanga
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 16 |
Mito Hollyhock
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 |
Urawa Reds
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 18 |
Yokohama F. Marinos
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 19 |
JEF United
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
| 20 |
Tokyo
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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