Vissel Kobe vs Kawasaki Frontale Prediction: Frontale's Resilience Shouldn't Be Undermined

Vissel Kobe will welcome Kawasaki Frontale to the Noevir Stadium in the 18th round of the J1 League. 

Let's have a look at the latest J1 League predictions between Vissel Kobe vs. Kawasaki Frontale, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

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Vissel Kobe currently sits fourth with 30 points in the league standings and has been in impressive form. They are five points behind first-placed Machida Zelvia and have maintained a four-point cushion over three teams below them. 

In the previous match, they defeated third-tier side Kataller Toyama 2-0 at home in the second round of the Emperor's Cup to book their spot in the next round. This comes after being held to a 1-1 draw against the Urawa Red Diamonds away from home in the league. 

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Kawasaki Frontale, on the other hand, sits 14th with 20 points in the league standings and has had a dismal campaign. They have maintained a six-point cushion over the relegation zone and are two points behind 12th-placed Kashiwa Reysol. 

In the previous match, they defeated fourth-tier Sony Sendai FC 2-0 at home in the second round of the Emperor's Cup. This comes after recording a 2-1 league victory against Nagoya Grampus at home, courtesy of Akihiro Ienaga's brace.

• Vissel Kobe have won five of their last eight matches across all competitions.
• Kawasaki Frontale are currently on a seven-match winless run when playing away in the J1 League.
• Vissel Kobe averages 1.38 goals per game when playing at home, and Kawasaki Frontale averages 1.13 goals per game when playing away.

In the last 39 meetings, Vissel Kobe has won 10 times, Kawasaki Frontale has won 19 times, and there have been 10 draws, with the goal difference being 80-51 in favor of Kawasaki Frontale. 

Vissel Kobe boasts a slight edge playing at home and will be aiming to capitalize on that advantage to secure a comfortable victory. However, they have struggled in front of their fans in this fixture, going six matches without a win, recording three losses and three draws.

Kawasaki Frontale might be underdogs in this fixture, but their resilience could possibly see them avoid defeat here. Despite the home side being relatively strong defensively, we still anticipate both sides getting on the scoreboard, as this has been the case in five of their last eight meetings.

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.80
• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.87
• Double Chance - Draw/Kawasaki Frontale for 1.87