Nagoya Grampus vs Albirex Niigata Prediction: Sanga Tosu Woes Continue In This Game As Hosts Eye Top Spot

The J1 League resumes with flare as Niigata pairs up against Nagoya Grampus in hopes of seizing three points as both sides clash in the Japan National Stadium. While hosts suffered a defeat in the last league game, Niigata got away with a win. In five recent direct clashes between the two sides, there have been four wins for Nagoya Grampus and one stalemate. The odds fall heavily in favour of the hosting outfit as preferred favorites to clinch victory at the end of fulltime. 

Nagoya Grampus (3rd)

Last Five Matches: L-D-W-L-W

After a recent catalog of the solid exhibition, the home side resumes Matchday 22 after two wins, two losses, and one stalemate. After the big 2-0 win against Kawasaki Frontale, they settled for an impressive 2-2 stalemate against Yokohama FM. They also forged ahead in the Japanese Emperor’s Cup, beating Velgata Sendai in penalties to advance to the next round. Returning to the domestic league, they lost 1-2 to Kyoto Sanga, before delivering blows to Urawa Reds in the Fourth round of the Emperor’s Cup. They have proven themselves as one of the title prospects this season and are heavily tipped as the better team in this contest.

Albirex Niigata (14th)

Last five Matches: W-L-W-D-L

Albirex Niigata continues to play out their games with effort, with seven points after five recent games. They are tipped as the team to concede more goals in this contest by virtue of weaker play, and lesser tenacity. Going into this game, fans expect all backdrop predictions to have been cracked from the standoff and expect the team to seek a brighter purpose - probably next time. Should they come out victors on this final day, nothing shall still change as they would be forced off.

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Expert Betting Tips

The last five meetings between both squads have ended in three draws for Jeonbuk and two wins for Jeonbuk. Although it looks like both sides have relatively equal chances of domination, the Hosts have a predominant edge of preference.

• In light of this, we are tipping an Home WIN Or Draw and Over two goals at 1.65 odds (bet365)
• A BTTS - Yes will also be an interesting alternative for 1.86 odds (Betway)
• The guests need to bridge the sweeping gap between themselves and the hosts, and three points from this match may be the all-time prerequisite needed to fuel their drive. Bet on Over 2.5 Match Goals for 1.75 odds (1xbet)

Good luck!

Disclaimer: Odds are subject to change at any point.