Albirex Niigata vs FC Tokyo Prediction: Awaiting A Masterclass Of Attacking Prowess

Albirex Niigata will welcome FC Tokyo to the Denka Big Swan Stadium in the 32nd round of the J1 League.

Albirex Niigata's last win at home against FC Tokyo dates back to 2018, when they won 3-2 in the J.League Cup. This comes after a six-match winless run, and with home advantage at their disposal, they'll be seeking their second win on the bounce this time around.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Albirex Niigata

Form: WDWWD

Albirex Niigata has been enjoying a good run in the J1 League lately; a 1-0 away win against Kyoto Sanga courtesy of a Taiki Watanabe strike in the 34th minute ensured that they maintained their unbeaten run in the league, which now stands at six matches, recording three draws and three wins, with their last defeat in the league being a 2-0 away loss against Kashima Antlers on the 26th of August.

However, despite being impressive with their matches in the league, their home form has been cause for concern, as they have won one of their five matches at the Denka Big Swan Stadium alongside three draws and a solitary loss, although it has to be said they've been a resilient side regardless.

Having picked up 40 points in 31 matches played so far, Albirex Niigata sits tenth in the J1 League standings, one point ahead of their opponents in this impending clash and three points behind ninth-placed Kawasaki Frontale.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

R. Kojima; S. Fujiwara, M. Fitzgerald, T. Watanabe, N. Arai; H. Akiyama, T. Ko; E. Matsuda, Y. Takagi, S. Ota; K. Suzuki

FC Tokyo

Form: LLWWL

Unlike their opponents in this impending clash, who have been in consistent form, FC Tokyo have been struggling for consistency with two wins in eight league matches. Their 2-1 defeat against Sanfrecce Hiroshima at home extended their losing run to two matches.

Away from home, FC Tokyo have failed to rekindle their confidence as they are confronted with a three-match losing run, and not only that, but they have won one of their ten matches alongside seven losses and two draws, which adds another storm cloud to their horizon.

Having picked up 39 points in 31 matches played, FC Tokyo sits eleventh in the J1 League standings, two points ahead of 12th-placed Sagan Tosu, while a point separates them from tenth-placed Albirex Niigata.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

T. B. Nozawa; K. Bangnagande, H. Trevisan, M. Morishige, K. Shirai; R. Harakawa, R. Watanabe, K. Koizumi; Adaílton, D. Oliveira, K. Tawaratsumida

Match Facts

• Albirex Niigata have won one of their last eleven matches against FC Tokyo.
• FC Tokyo are currently on a two-match winning streak against Albirex Niigata, with both wins coming at home.
• Albirex Niigata averages 1.33 goals per game when playing at home, and FC Tokyo averages 0.67 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 34 meetings, Albirex Niigata have won 10 times, FC Tokyo have won 20 times, and there have been 4 draws, with the goal difference being 54-42 in favor of FC Tokyo.

Expert Betting Tips

If league form is anything to go by, Albirex Niigata are the better side on paper; however, picking up maximum points here could be an arduous task against a side that has maintained overt superiority over them in past meetings, although they'll be content with a point in this one.

With four of their last seven meetings exceeding the total of 2.5 goals, expectations of a high-scoring affair are highly likely in this clash, while a draw cannot be ruled out.

• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.91
• Corners - Over 9 for 2.20
• X for 3.35