Kawasaki Frontale vs Urawa Red Diamonds Prediction: The Reds Are In Enemy Territory, Will They Be Able To Succeed?

Kawasaki Frontale will welcome Urawa Red Diamonds at the Todoroki Athletics Stadium in the eleventh round of the J1 League. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Kawasaki Frontale

Form: DDLLW

Kawasaki Frontale, on the verge of picking up their third win of the season, came up short against Sanfrecce Hiroshima as they relinquished a one-goal lead to play out a thrilling 2-2 draw at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima. This draw meant that Frontale had failed to win against the top three teams in the league this season (L2, D1).

Frontale's struggles in front of goal have had dire consequences for their performance this season. They come into this match winless in their last five matches (D3, L3), failing to score in three of those matches. Setting foot at the has seen them win one of their last five matches (L3, D2), which goes to show they've struggled for consistency. 

With nine points accumulated from ten matches, Kawasaki Frontale occupies the 16th spot in the J1 League standings, level on points with 17th-placed Kyoto Sanga and one point ahead of the relegation zone. 

Urawa Red Diamonds

Form: WLLWL

Urawa Red Diamonds, on the other hand, did justice to their supporters in their last match, defeating Nagoya Grampus 2-1 at home after a 1-0 home defeat against Gamba Osaka. 

Before this win, the Reds were on a two-match losing streak in the league, failing to score in those matches. Away from home, they have been in inconsistent form, going three matches without a win (L2, D1), and it's also worth noting they have one win to their name in the last five matches.

With 14 points accumulated from ten matches, Urawa Red Diamonds sits in tenth place in the J1 League standings, level on points with 11th-placed Kashiwa Reysol and three points adrift of fourth-placed Vissel Kobe. 

Match Facts

• Kawasaki Frontale have lost three of their last five home matches in the J1 League.
• Urawa Red Diamonds have won just one of their four matches against Kawasaki Frontale.
• Kawasaki Frontale averages 1.4 goals per game when playing at home, and Urawa Red Diamonds average 1.2 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 52 meetings, Kawasaki Frontale have won 19 times, Urawa Red Diamonds have won 18 times, and there have been 15 draws, with the goal difference being 80-75 in favor of Kawasaki Frontale. 

Expert Betting Tips

Kawasaki Frontale, viewed as slight underdogs, aim to secure their third win of the season and potentially distance themselves from the relegation zone. Despite displaying poor form in the league, they hope it won't hinder their chances of a favorable outcome at home.

However, their opponents, the Urawa Red Diamonds, have proven to be the stronger side on paper and could present challenges. Three of their last four meetings have resulted in a draw, leading us to anticipate a continuation of this trend. Therefore, we opt to back the away side to either win or draw, combined with the total goals being under 3.5.

• 2X & TU 3.5 for 2.05
• Total - Under 2.5 for 1.84
• Full-time Result - Draw for 3.40