Machida Zelvia vs Tokyo Verdy Prediction: Expecting An Entertaining Affair Between Two Consistent Sides

Machida Zelvia will welcome Tokyo Verdy to the Machida Stadium in the 15th round of the J1 League. 

Let's have a look at the latest J1 League between Machida Zelvia vs. Tokyo Verdy, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Form: WDWWL

Machida Zelvia have maintained a four-match unbeaten run in the J1 League, recording three wins, with a solitary draw against Shonan Bellmare blemishing their fine run. 

In the last round, they narrowly defeated Cerezo Osaka 2-1 at home, marking their second consecutive win at Japan National Stadium since a 2-1 defeat against Vissel Kobe on April 13th.

With 29 points accumulated from 14 matches, Machida Zelvia sits in second place in the J1 League standings, three points ahead of third-placed Kashima Antlers and level on points with first-placed Vissel Kobe. 

 Form: DDWWD

Tokyo Verdy have established themselves as a difficult side to beat in the J1 League, as their resiliency has seen them go twelve matches without defeat across all competitions (W8, D4).

In the last round, they held Gamba Osaka to a goalless draw at home to share the spoils. This comes after staging a memorable comeback for the books, coming from three goals down to hold Kashima Antlers to a dramatic 3-3 draw away from home.

With 18 points accumulated from 14 matches, Tokyo Verdy occupies the 11th spot in the J1 League standings, seven points ahead of the relegation zone and two points adrift of eighth-placed Cerezo Osaka. 

Both teams come into this match having typified consistency; however, Machida Zelvia have been the better side on paper and are favorites to secure maximum points in front of their fans.

However, we expect both sides to get on the scoreboard in this one, considering this has been the case in four of their last six encounters.

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.05
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 2.25
• W1 for 1.88