Main tip
Back FC Machida Zelvia cautiously in a very tight match, with 1-2 as the predicted score J1 League
Nagoya Grampus vs FC Machida Zelvia
Prediction
Based on the available data, this looks tight because the prices are close and the handicap is level. However, FC Machida Zelvia have been slightly steadier in season performance and recent form, and they also hold the better recent head-to-head record, so the away side gets the cautious edge. Confirmed lineup data remains limited.
AI Prediction
Home 30%
Draw 31%
Away 39%
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Predicted Score
Nagoya Grampus 1-2 FC Machida Zelvia
Match Analysis
Nagoya Grampus hold a 9W-5D-6L season record, while FC Machida Zelvia are at 10W-8D-2L, which looks more balanced. In recent results, Nagoya are 5W-2D-3L across their last 10 matches, but conceding 6 against Cerezo Osaka and 4 against Sanfrecce Hiroshima points to some defensive instability. Machida, meanwhile, are unbeaten in their last 10 matches in all competitions with 5 wins and 5 draws, and they have generally allowed fewer goals. Another key point is the recent head-to-head trend: Machida have beaten Nagoya in 5 of the last 7 meetings, including both of the latest two league games. Even though the 1X2 market still suggests a very close contest, the combined form and historical data give the away side a slight edge. Still, confirmed lineups and deeper team details are limited, so a conservative view is appropriate.
Team Stats
| Nagoya Grampus | Stat | FC Machida Zelvia |
|---|---|---|
| Nagoya Grampus | Home team | FC Machida Zelvia |
| J1 League | Competition | J1 League |
| - | Ranking | - |
| 9W-5D-6L | Season record | 10W-8D-2L |
| -0.00 | Handicap | -0.00 |
Head-to-Head Records
30/11/25 L JPN D1
02/03/25 L JPN D1
06/07/24 L JPN D1
02/03/24 L JPN D1
16/08/17 W JPN D2
17/05/17 W JPN D2
09/09/15 L JE Cup
Tips
Goals market
Slight lean toward over 2.5, as Nagoya have conceded quite heavily in recent matches while Machida look efficient enough to score Correct score angle
1-2 is the main score call, with 1-1 as a fallback in case the match follows the very even market view Related Predictions
Head-to-Head Records
2 Nagoya Grampus Wins
0 Draws
5 FC Machida Zelvia Wins
Last 7 meetings across all competitions
30/11/25 L JPN D1
02/03/25 L JPN D1
06/07/24 L JPN D1
02/03/24 L JPN D1
16/08/17 W JPN D2
17/05/17 W JPN D2
09/09/15 L JE Cup
Recent Form (Last 5)
Nagoya Grampus
23/05/26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 4-2 L
17/05/26 Cerezo Osaka 6-1 L
10/05/26 Kyoto Sanga FC 3-0 W
06/05/26 Gamba Osaka 2-1 W
03/05/26 V-Varen Nagasaki 1-2 W
29/04/26 Fagiano Okayama 1-1 D
25/04/26 Shimizu S-Pulse 0-2 W
19/04/26 Avispa Fukuoka 2-2 D
11/04/26 Vissel Kobe 3-2 L
04/04/26 Cerezo Osaka 3-0 W
FC Machida Zelvia
22/05/26 Urawa Red Diamonds 1-0 W
17/05/26 Kawasaki Frontale 1-1 D
13/05/26 Tokyo Verdy 0-0 D
10/05/26 JEF United Chiba 0-2 W
06/05/26 Yokohama F. Marinos 2-0 W
03/05/26 Kashima Antlers 1-1 D
29/04/26 Mito Hollyhock 2-2 D
26/04/26 Al-Ahli Saudi FC 0-0 D
22/04/26 Shabab Al Ahli Club 1-0 W
18/04/26 Al Ittihad Jeddah 1-0 W
Current Odds
| Bookmaker | Home | Draw | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Snapshot | 2.75 | 3.25 | 2.64 |
| Asian Handicap | 1.00 | 0.00 | 0.88 |
Historical Odds Movement
| Date | Home | Draw | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 Opening | 2.80 | 3.15 | 2.65 |
| 1X2 Current | 2.75 | 3.25 | 2.64 |
| AH Opening | 0.98 | 0.00 | 0.90 |
| AH Current | 1.00 | 0.00 | 0.88 |
Next 3 Fixtures
Nagoya Grampus
Jun 6 FC Machida Zelvia JPN D1
FC Machida Zelvia
Jun 6 Nagoya Grampus JPN D1