J1 League
Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 - 11:00 (UK Time)
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Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia Prediction & Stats - J1 League 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia carries real history into this round of the J1 League.
The two sides meet on 10/10 (Saturday) at Sanga Stadium, 11:00 (UK time).
Read the Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Kyoto Sanga 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 Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Correct Score: 1 - 1
Last updated on 08-10-2026.
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.
Kyoto Sanga Preview
Kyoto Sanga reach this fixture 8 match into their J1 League. Here is where Kyoto Sanga stand:
In this competition
2 won, 2 drawn, 4 lost
1 points per game
11 scored, at 1.38 a game
15 conceded, at 1.88 a game
Kyoto Sanga, season-wide
2 won, 2 drawn, 5 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Rafael Elias da Silva, 5 goals
Most assists: Rafael Elias da Silva, 3 assists
Recent results — Kyoto Sanga
23/09/2026 04:00
19/09/2026 06:00
15/09/2026 06:00
11/09/2026 06:00
06/09/2026 06:30
Machida Zelvia: how they are travelling
Machida Zelvia come in 8 matches into their J1 League.
Here is what Machida Zelvia have produced:
In this competition
5 won, 2 drawn, 1 lost
2.13 points per game
21 scored, at 2.63 a game
10 conceded, at 1.25 a game
Machida Zelvia, season-wide
5 won, 2 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Yuki Soma, 3 goals
Most assists: Yuki Soma, 3 assists
Recent results — Machida Zelvia
23/09/2026 04:00
20/09/2026 04:00
12/09/2026 06:00
06/09/2026 05:00
02/09/2026 06:00
The head-to-head favours Kyoto Sanga
Recent meetings have tended to go Kyoto Sanga's way against Machida Zelvia.
From 18 match(es):
Kyoto Sanga: 7 win(s)
Machida Zelvia: 6 win(s)
Drawn: 5
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia prediction.
Form comparison Kyoto Sanga 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
Kyoto Sanga
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
D
W
|
1 |
| Home |
L
W
L
|
1 |
| Away |
W
L
D
D
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 33% | 20% |
| Goals | 3.25 | 4 | 2.8 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.67 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.88 | 2.33 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 88% | 100% | 80% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 0% | 20% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.24 | 1.26 |
|
xGA
|
1.74 | 1.86 | 1.7 |
Away Team
Machida Zelvia
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
W
W
D
|
2.13 |
| Home |
L
D
W
W
|
1.75 |
| Away |
W
D
W
W
|
2.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 63% | 50% | 75% |
| Goals | 3.88 | 3.75 | 4 |
| Scored | 2.63 | 2 | 3.25 |
| Conceded | 1.25 | 1.75 | 0.75 |
| Both Teams to Score | 88% | 100% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 13% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.51 | 1.31 | 1.71 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 1.72 | 1.15 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Our prediction is: Draw
Who wins this match between Kyoto Sanga and Machida Zelvia? For us, it's too close to call, so a draw is the best betting option for this match.
After taking into account the strengths and weaknesses of both sides, including recent form, it is clear that the most likely outcome is that the match ends with no winner.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
Betting on over 2.5 goals in Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia looks like a smart play.
With both teams boasting strong attacks, this match has all the ingredients to see three or more goals.
Fixture information - Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia
Match: Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia
Competition: J1 League
Date: Saturday, 10/10/2026
Kick-off: 11:00 (UK time)
Venue: Sanga Stadium
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Stats
The statistics for Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
4
League: 2.96
Both Teams to Score
88%
League: 60%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 79%
Over 2.5+
88%
League: 54%
Cards
2.08
League: 2.99
Corners
7.25
League: 9.23
Home Team
Kyoto Sanga
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
D
W
|
1 |
| Home |
L
W
L
|
1 |
| Away |
W
L
D
D
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 33% | 20% |
| Goals | 3.25 | 4 | 2.8 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.67 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.88 | 2.33 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 88% | 100% | 80% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 0% | 20% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.24 | 1.26 |
|
xGA
|
1.74 | 1.86 | 1.7 |
Away Team
Machida Zelvia
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
W
W
D
|
2.13 |
| Home |
L
D
W
W
|
1.75 |
| Away |
W
D
W
W
|
2.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 63% | 50% | 75% |
| Goals | 3.88 | 3.75 | 4 |
| Scored | 2.63 | 2 | 3.25 |
| Conceded | 1.25 | 1.75 | 0.75 |
| Both Teams to Score | 88% | 100% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 13% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.51 | 1.31 | 1.71 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 1.72 | 1.15 |
Corners
9.13 / Match
+18% Corners / Match
Kyoto Sanga received +18% more corners than Machida Zelvia in the J1 League
7.75 / Match
Fagiano Okayama
(3)
Kashiwa Reysol
(7)
Tokyo
(4)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(4)
Avispa Fukuoka
(1)
Mito Hollyhock
(1)
Kawasaki Frontale
(1)(1)
Kashiwa Reysol
(5)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(2)
Nagoya Grampus
(6)
Kawasaki Frontale
(2)
Mito Hollyhock
(1)
Urawa Reds
(8)
JEF United
Cards
1.88 / Match
+66% Cards / Match
Kyoto Sanga received +66% more cards than Machida Zelvia in the J1 League
1.13 / Match
Fagiano Okayama
(2)
Kashiwa Reysol
(3)
Tokyo
(3)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(1)
Avispa Fukuoka
(1)
Mito Hollyhock
(0)
Kawasaki Frontale
(2)(0)
Kashiwa Reysol
(3)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(1)
Nagoya Grampus
(0)
Kawasaki Frontale
(1)
Mito Hollyhock
(0)
Urawa Reds
(0)
JEF United
Goals Scored
1.38 / Match
+91%
Machida Zelvia is +91% better in terms of goals scored
2.63 / Match
Fagiano Okayama
(2)
Kashiwa Reysol
(2)
Tokyo
(0)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(1)
Avispa Fukuoka
(2)
Mito Hollyhock
(1)
Kawasaki Frontale
(2)(2)
Kashiwa Reysol
(1)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(3)
Nagoya Grampus
(2)
Kawasaki Frontale
(1)
Mito Hollyhock
(3)
Urawa Reds
(4)
JEF United
Goals Conceded
1.88 / Match
+34%
Kyoto Sanga condeded +34% more goals than Machida Zelvia
1.25 / Match
Fagiano Okayama
(1)
Kashiwa Reysol
(3)
Tokyo
(2)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(1)
Avispa Fukuoka
(1)
Mito Hollyhock
(3)
Kawasaki Frontale
(2)(4)
Kashiwa Reysol
(1)
Yokohama F. Marinos
(1)
Nagoya Grampus
(1)
Kawasaki Frontale
(1)
Mito Hollyhock
(1)
Urawa Reds
(0)
JEF United
J1 League Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Vissel Kobe
|
8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 19 | 2.38 |
| 2 |
Kashiwa Reysol
|
8 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 12 | 5 | 18 | 2.25 |
| 3 |
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
|
8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 6 | 14 | 17 | 2.13 |
| 4 |
Machida Zelvia
|
8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 21 | 10 | 11 | 17 | 2.13 |
| 5 |
Tokyo
|
8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 17 | 2.13 |
| 6 |
Yokohama F. Marinos
|
8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 14 | 1.75 |
| 7 |
Kawasaki Frontale
|
8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 13 | 1.63 |
| 8 |
Fagiano Okayama
|
8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 10 | 1 | 13 | 1.63 |
| 9 |
Kashima Antlers
|
8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 16 | 1 | 13 | 1.63 |
| 10 |
Urawa Reds
|
8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 18 | -2 | 12 | 1.5 |
| 11 |
Cerezo Osaka
|
8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 12 | -5 | 11 | 1.38 |
| 12 |
Shimizu S-Pulse
|
8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 8 | -2 | 10 | 1.25 |
| 13 |
Mito Hollyhock
|
8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 9 | 1.13 |
| 14 |
Kyoto Sanga
|
8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 15 | -4 | 8 | 1 |
| 15 |
V-Varen Nagasaki
|
8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 15 | -5 | 8 | 1 |
| 16 |
Gamba Osaka
|
8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 14 | -6 | 6 | 0.75 |
| 17 |
Nagoya Grampus
|
8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 14 | -7 | 6 | 0.75 |
| 18 |
Avispa Fukuoka
|
8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 12 | -3 | 4 | 0.5 |
| 19 |
Tokyo Verdy
|
8 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 12 | -8 | 4 | 0.5 |
| 20 |
JEF United
|
8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 18 | -11 | 4 | 0.5 |
Odds
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