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Kawasaki FrontaleWWWLL
Machida ZelviaWWDWDHead to head
Our prediction
Machida Zelvia to win
@ 2.25Our record
Correct 1X2 tips (home win, draw or away win), checked against the final score.
Who will win?
Voting closed at kick-off.
Goals outlook
Possible correct scores
Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
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Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia preview
Kawasaki Frontale v Machida Zelvia in the J1 League is under way – the score is 1 - 1 (0').
Our model gives Kawasaki Frontale a 34% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Machida Zelvia 49%. That makes our pick Machida Zelvia to win with 55% confidence at odds of 2.25. For a safer option, the double chance 12 (Kawasaki Frontale or Machida Zelvia) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.
Goals: we expect about 2.9 goals (0.7 for Kawasaki Frontale, 2.2 for Machida Zelvia). The chance of three or more goals is 56%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (80% confidence).
Form and head to head
Kawasaki Frontale have 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (W-W-W-L-L), scoring 9 and conceding 8. Machida Zelvia have 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (W-W-D-W-D), scoring 9 and conceding 0. In the table, Kawasaki Frontale are 4th with 28 points and Machida Zelvia are 3rd with 37 points.
Frequently asked questions
Who will win Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia?
Our prediction is Machida Zelvia to win (55% confidence) at odds of 2.25. Win chances: Kawasaki Frontale 34%, draw 17%, Machida Zelvia 49%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 80% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 56%).
What time is Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia?
Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia (J1 League) kicks off on Sunday 17 May 2026 at 11:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia?
The double chance 12 (Kawasaki Frontale or Machida Zelvia) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.25. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.
Predictions are estimates from our model, not guarantees. 18+ only – bet responsibly. More: today's predictions · Bet Slip Builder · booking codes.
J1 League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashima |
18 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 45 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo |
18 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 37 |
| 3 | Machida Zelvia |
18 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 37 |
| 4 | Kawasaki Frontale |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | -2 | 28 |
| 5 | Tokyo Verdy |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | -4 | 28 |
| 6 | Urawa |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 25 |
| 7 | Yokohama F. Marinos |
18 | 6 | 0 | 12 | -3 | 20 |
| 8 | Kashiwa Reysol |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -2 | 20 |
| 9 | Mito Hollyhock |
18 | 6 | 0 | 12 | -16 | 18 |
| 10 | JEF United Chiba |
18 | 3 | 0 | 15 | -16 | 12 |
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