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Machida ZelviaWWDWD
JEF United ChibaDDLDWHead to head
Machida Zelvia 7 · Draws 6 · JEF United Chiba 8 (21 meetings, last 10 below)
Our prediction
Machida Zelvia to win
@ 1.62Our 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
Final score: 2 – 1 – in our list ✓. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
Win probability
Odds (1X2)
Machida Zelvia vs JEF United Chiba preview and result
Machida Zelvia and JEF United Chiba met in the J1 League on Friday 27 February 2026 at 11:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 1, 1 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Machida Zelvia a 64% chance of winning, the draw 18% and JEF United Chiba 18%. Our pick was Machida Zelvia to win with 70% confidence at odds of 1.62. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Machida Zelvia or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.15.
Goals: we expect about 3.5 goals (3.1 for Machida Zelvia, 0.4 for JEF United Chiba). The chance of three or more goals is 68%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (90% confidence). 3 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
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. JEF United Chiba have 1 win, 3 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (D-D-L-D-W), scoring 8 and conceding 6. In their last 10 meetings, Machida Zelvia won 7, JEF United Chiba won 8 and 6 ended level. In the table, Machida Zelvia are 3rd with 37 points and JEF United Chiba are 10th with 12 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Machida Zelvia vs JEF United Chiba?
Our pre-match prediction is Machida Zelvia to win (70% confidence) at odds of 1.62. Win chances: Machida Zelvia 64%, draw 18%, JEF United Chiba 18%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Machida Zelvia vs JEF United Chiba?
We expect about 3.5 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 90% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 68%).
What time is Machida Zelvia vs JEF United Chiba?
Machida Zelvia vs JEF United Chiba (J1 League) was played on Friday 27 February 2026 at 11:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Machida Zelvia vs JEF United Chiba?
The double chance 1X (Machida Zelvia or Draw) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.15. 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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