Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia Prediction: Zelvia Can Deliver A Knockout Blow On Any Given Day

Kawasaki Frontale will welcome Machida Zelvia to the Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium in the seventh round of the J1 League. 

Let's have a look at the latest J1 League predictions between Kawasaki Frontale vs. Machida Zelvia, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Form: DWLLL

Despite being at a numerical disadvantage in the 73rd minute of their match against Yokohama F. Marinos away from home, Kawasaki Frontale still managed to salvage a point as they played out a goalless draw. 

In light of this result, Kawasaki Frontale extended their unbeaten run in the league to two matches (W1 D1), having been on a three-match losing streak. 

With 7 points accumulated from six matches, Kawasaki Frontale occupies the 13th spot in the J1 League standings, two points ahead of the relegation zone and three points adrift of the fifth-placed Kashima Antlers. 

Formation: 4-2-3-1 

S. Jung; S. Miura, K. Takai, Jesiel, Y. Segawa; T. Seko, K. Tachibanada; D. Tono, Y. Wakizaka, A. Ienaga; Erison

Form: LWWWW

Machida Zelvia, on the other hand, were brought back down to earth in their match against Sanfrecce Hiroshima, losing 2-1 at home in a disappointing performance that saw them register no shot on target.

In light of this result, Machida Zelvia's five-match unbeaten run came to an end (W4 D1), although it's worth noting they were on a four-match winning streak and will be aiming to renew their confidence as they vie for a crucial win away from home. 

With 13 points accumulated from six matches, Machida Zelvia occupies the top spot in the J1 League standings and has maintained a one-point cushion over second-placed and third-placed Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Cerezo Osaka, respectively.

Formation: 3-4-2-1

K. Tani; M. Jang, I. Drešević, G. Shoji; Y. Hirakawa, K. Shibato, K. Sento, K. Hayashi; S. Fujio, K. Fujimoto; S.H. Oh

• Kawasaki Frontale have lost two of their last three home matches in the J1 League.
• Machida Zelvia has scored the first goal in five of their last six matches in the J1 League.
• Kawasaki Frontale averages 2.33 goals per game when playing at home, and Machida Zelvia averages 1.5 goals per game when playing away.

This will be the first meeting between these two sides in the J1 League. 

Machida Zelvia is looking to bounce back after their loss to Sanfrecce Hiroshima. The silver lining is that they remain at the top and are determined to strengthen their position with a hard-earned victory against the formidable Kawasaki Frontale.

With this expected to be a tight  affair where picking up a winner in the full-time market can go sideways, we anticipate supporting the total corners to exceed over 8, which should surface.

• Corners - Over 8.5 for 1.81
• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.89
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.75