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Machida Zelvia to win
@ 2.05Our 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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Tokyo Verdy vs Machida Zelvia preview
Tokyo Verdy v Machida Zelvia in the J1 League is under way – the score is 2 - 2 (0').
Our model gives Tokyo Verdy a 35% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Machida Zelvia 47%. That makes our pick Machida Zelvia to win with 55% confidence at odds of 2.05. For a safer option, the double chance 12 (Tokyo Verdy or Machida Zelvia) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.34.
Goals: we expect about 4.3 goals (1.9 for Tokyo Verdy, 2.3 for Machida Zelvia). The chance of three or more goals is 80%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (95% confidence).
Form and head to head
Tokyo Verdy have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (L-D-W-W-W), scoring 8 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, Tokyo Verdy are 5th with 28 points and Machida Zelvia are 3rd with 37 points.
Frequently asked questions
Who will win Tokyo Verdy vs Machida Zelvia?
Our prediction is Machida Zelvia to win (55% confidence) at odds of 2.05. Win chances: Tokyo Verdy 35%, draw 18%, Machida Zelvia 47%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Tokyo Verdy vs Machida Zelvia?
We expect about 4.3 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 95% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 80%).
What time is Tokyo Verdy vs Machida Zelvia?
Tokyo Verdy vs Machida Zelvia (J1 League) kicks off on Saturday 21 February 2026 at 06:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Tokyo Verdy vs Machida Zelvia?
The double chance 12 (Tokyo Verdy or Machida Zelvia) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.34. 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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