FC Tokyo vs Kyoto Sanga Prediction: The Team from the Capital Won't Deprive Us An Entertaining Affair

FC Tokyo will welcome Kyoto Sanga at the Ajinomoto Stadium in the eleventh round of the J1 League. 

Let's have a look at the latest J1 League predictions between FC Tokyo vs. Kyoto Sanga, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Form: WLDWW

FC Tokyo has had a promising beginning to the J1 League season and has unquestionably fulfilled the expectations of their fans. The team from the Capital is challenging for what could be a top-three position, but given the vast competition ahead of them, it won't be easy.

A trip to Niigata to lock horns with Albirex Niigata at Denka Big Swan Stadium over the weekend saw them secure a comfortable 3-1 victory. This was their fourth win of the season in ten matches played. Their form in the league has been consistent, suffering one defeat in their last five matches (W3, D1).

With 15 points accumulated from 10 matches, FC Tokyo sits in eighth place in the J1 League standings and is four points behind first-placed Cerezo Osaka.

Form: WLLLD

After being eliminated in the J. League Cup a few weeks ago after relinquishing their two-goal lead to suffer a 3-2 defeat against third-tier side AC Nagano Parceiro away from home, Kyoto Sanga knew that a response was imperative. 

They did just about that, upsetting the odds to defeat defending champions Vissel Kobe 1-0 at Misaki Park Stadium in the tenth round of the J1 League. This triumph couldn't have come at a better time for the Sanga side, who were on a three-match losing run in the league, not to mention their failure to secure a win in six matches (L4, D2).

With nine points accumulated from ten matches, Kyoto Sanga occupies the 17th spot in the J1 League standings, one point ahead of the relegation zone and three points adrift of Avispa Fukuoka, who occupy the 13th spot.

• FC Tokyo have seen the total surpass 2.5 goals in three of their last five home matches in the J1 League.
• Kyoto Sanga have won one of their last five matches in the J1 League.
• FC Tokyo averages 1.4 goals per game when playing at home, and Kyoto Sanga averages 0.83 goals per game when playing away.

In the last 21 meetings, FC Tokyo have won 11 times, Kyoto Sanga have won 4 times, and there have been 6 draws, with the goal difference being 39-20 in favor of FC Tokyo.

FC Tokyo enters this match aiming to capitalize on their recent victory against Niigata on the road and secure their second consecutive win. They have consistently outperformed Kyoto Sanga in previous encounters and have also clinched victory in five consecutive home matches against them, indicating a favorable outlook for securing maximum points.

Given that the total goals have surpassed 2.5 in five of their last nine meetings, we expect a continuation of this trend. This forecast is influenced by both teams' defensive vulnerabilities this season.

• Total - Over 2.5 for 2.10
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.90
• W1 for 2.10