Vegalta Sendai backed to secure away win at Fujieda
Fujieda MYFC struggled for goals in pre-season defeats to Urawa Red Diamonds and Machida Zelvia. Vegalta Sendai are tipped to use their superior quality and composed away approach to win, with a low-scoring match also expected.
By 7MTHScore StaffTeam news
Fujieda MYFC strengthened their squad before the season by signing several new players, including goalkeeper Shun Yoshida, defenders Keita Matsuda and Takuya Okamoto, and forward Shunya Numata. Last season's leading scorer Hayato Manabe remains with the club.
Vegalta Sendai brought in midfielder Ren Asakura and forward Motohiko Nakajima during the pre-season. Midfielder Hiroto Iwabuchi, the team's leading scorer last season, has also stayed and is expected to help them maintain last season's strong form.
Fujieda MYFC have no listed injuries or suspensions.
Vegalta Sendai have no listed injuries or suspensions.
Recent form
Fujieda MYFC faced two strong J1 sides, Urawa Red Diamonds and Machida Zelvia, in pre-season friendlies and suffered hard-fought defeats in both. Their attack was modest, so picking up points in this match could prove difficult.
Vegalta Sendai were heavily beaten by Kashima Antlers in a pre-season friendly, although the opposition were considerably stronger. Back in J2, Sendai's superior quality and their ability to play patiently and grind out away wins should give them the edge. An away victory and a low total-goals selection are recommended.
Head-to-head
Vegalta Sendai are unbeaten in the teams' last two league meetings, with one win and one draw. The most recent match ended 1-1 and produced seven corners.