Avispa Fukuoka vs Shonan Bellmare Prediction: No Second Chances, Fukuoka Tipped to Progress

After a brief break, the Japenese Emperor’s Cup resumes for the quarter-final stage, leaving the teams in an unforgiving position. The winner takes all, the loser takes none, and as such, the two sides would strive hard and be at each other’s throats to progress to the tournament's semifinals.

For this game, we have Fukuoka locking horns with Shonan Bellmare, and the two sides, who have come a long way, would face either of two options: go hard or go home.

Avispa Fukuoka

Avispa Fukuoka poses for an exciting duel against the opposition for the first time this round and would be looking to show defiance against the opponents, even though the odds slightly tip them as the better side to emerge winners. The team's ambitions for silverware know no bounds as they prepare for the J League’s Cup quarterfinal, scheduled in a fortnight.

With positivity rising, Avispa Fukuoka confronts this game with the resolution of at least domination. Given the winning preference already displayed in the sister league cup games, it may get a more suitable impact. They are the better side, and if they play the game without slipups and fails, they should get the better of Shonan Bellmare at full-time.

Shonan Bellmare

Shonan Bellmare has been tipped as underdogs in most of their recent games, and this one is no exception. However, they have consistently edged over their opponents by a hair’s breadth, and they look to lady luck to intercede on their behalf in this game.

They won narrowly on penalties in the last game against Cerezo Osaka after playing 1-1 in ninety minutes. Critics and pundits predict that their luck will run out in this game as they face a very prepared and ambitious side, Avispa Fukuoka.

Going into this game, fans expect all backdrop predictions to have been cracked from the last game and expect the team to seek a brighter purpose -semi-finalists. Should they come out victors, they shall surpass opponents and maybe become serious silverware contenders.

H2H RATINGS

FUKUOKA : L-L-W-W-W

SHONAN - L-L-D-W-L

Expert Betting Tips

A Tight game is anticipated because both sides have goal-scoring chances, an enthusiastic midfield, and hope for a chance in the semifinals.

• Regardless of this fact, We expect a Direct Win For Avispa Fukuoka at 1.61 odds (Betway)
• They seem more consistent. Fukuoka has the upper hand in this match and will likely secure the most points. To ensure success, they are focused on maintaining squad consolidation and may need to reinforce their midfield to create more scoring opportunities. We confidently predict a Halftime Win for Avispa Fukuoka at 1.85 odds (1xbet);
• Considering the teams' pairing and the likelihood of events on one end affecting the other, we predict Over 2.5 Match Goals at 1.65 odds (Bet365) as our final prediction. We are confident in this prediction and look forward to an exciting match.

Good Luck!

Please note that the odds can change at any time.