Vissel Kobe vs Yokohama F. Marinos Prediction: The Marinos Won't Suffer Defeat In This Fixture

Vissel Kobe will welcome Yokohama F. Marinos to the Noevir Stadium in the seventh round of the J1 League. 

Let's have a look at the latest J1 League between Vissel Kobe vs. Yokohama F. Marinos, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Vissel Kobe

Form: DWDWL

After a masterclass performance against Consadole Sapporo at the Noevir Stadium, which saw them secure a resounding 6-1 victory, Vissel Kobe failed to build up on that win in their following match against underdogs Sagan Tosu, as they played out a goalless draw away from home.

However, despite that unfavorable outcome, they still find themselves in a favorable position in the league standings, although they have yet to enter the top three. Vissel Kobe is currently on a four-match unbeaten run in the league and aims to continue with this impressive form.

With 11 points accumulated from six matches played, Vissel Kobe sits in fourth place in the J1 League standings and is two points adrift of first-placed Machida Zelvia. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

D. Maekawa; R. Hatsuse, M. Thuler, T. Yamakawa, G. Sakai; T. Miyashiro, T. Ogihara, H. Yamaguchi; R. Hirose, Y. Osako, Y. Muto

Yokohama F. Marinos

Form: DLWLW

Yokohama F. Marinos, on the other hand, failed to capitalize on their home advantage to secure a crucial three points as they played out a goalless draw against ten-man Kawasaki Frontale. 

In light of this result, the Marinos have extended their winless run in the league to two matches (L1 D1). The 2021-22 champions have experienced highs and lows in their performance this season, recording two losses, two wins, and a draw, leaving them four places above the drop zone.

With 7 points accumulated from five matches played, Yokohama F. Marinos occupies the 14th position in the J1 League standings, two points ahead of the relegation zone, and three points adrift of the fifth-placed Kashima Antlers. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

W. Popp; K. Matsubara, T. Kamijima, S. Hatanaka, K. Nagato; K. Watanabe, T. Kida, A. Uenaka; Elber, A. Lopes, R. Miyaichi

Match Facts

• Vissel Kobe have won ten of their last fifteen home games in the J1 League.
• Yokohama F. Marinos have won two of their last seven matches in the J1 League.
• Vissel Kobe averages 2 goals per game when playing at home, and Yokohama F. Marinos averages 2 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 49 meetings, Vissel Kobe have won 11 times,Yokohama F. Marinos have won 23 times, and there have been 15 draws with a goal difference of 84-58 in favor of Yokohama F. Marinos. 

Expert Betting Tips

Vissel Kobe steps into this match as the top pick with bookmakers, backed by their superior performance on paper this season. However, their track record in previous encounters against Yokohama F. Marinos suggests that securing a win won't be a walk in the park, as they've only come out victorious in two of their last seven matches.

Considering that Yokohama F. Marinos have won seven of their last ten meetings against Vissel Kobe, we expect them to avoid defeat here by supporting them in the double chance market to win or draw, which should surface in such a tight affair.

• 2X for 1.83
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.61
• Away To Win Either Half - Yes for 2.15