Vissel Kobe vs Urawa Red Diamonds Prediction: League Glory Beckons; No Margin Of Error!

Vissel Kobe will welcome Urawa Red Diamonds to the Noevir Stadium in the 32nd round of the J1 League. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Vissel Kobe

Form: WWWWD

Vissel Kobe are nearing the end of the 2023-24 J1 League season, and things couldn't be tighter as they defend their league title, trailing newcomers Machida Zelvia and Sanfrecce Hiroshima by one point while sitting in third place.

During the week, Vissel Kobe recorded a resounding 3-0 win over Kashima Antlers in the quarterfinals of the Emperor's Cup, building on their narrow 3-2 league victory against Albirex Niigata at the Denka Big Swan Stadium. In the league, they are currently on a four-game winning streak and will be high on confidence to secure another favorable outcome. 

Urawa Red Diamonds

Form: LWDDD

Urawa Red Diamonds have been one of the most disappointing teams this season, alongside Yokohama F. Marinos. They currently occupy 11th place with 39 points from 29 games, albeit with two games in hand.  

To achieve a fifth-place finish, they'll have to win all of their remaining five games while hoping Kashima Antlers drops points in the process, which could be wishful thinking at the end considering they have been dropping unnecessary points, including a 2-0 home defeat against FC Tokyo.

Match Facts

• Vissel Kobe has scored before halftime in their last 4 home games.
• Urawa Red Diamonds are currently on a three-match winning streak when playing away in the J1 League.
• Vissel Kobe averages 1.6 goals per game when playing at home, and Urawa Red Diamonds averages 1.2 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 47 meetings, Vissel Kobe have won 16 times, Urawa Red Diamonds have won 23 times, and there have been 8 draws.

Expert Betting Tips

Vissel Kobe are currently on a two-match losing streak when playing at home against Urawa Red Diamonds and will want to halt that run by securing a comfortable win that could possibly witness them jump up to first place in the standings. 

Urawa Red Diamonds have struggled for consistency and could find themselves on the receiving end of a convincing defeat. Therefore, support Vissel Kobe in the full-time market to secure a comfortable win at home.

• W1 for 1.81
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.79
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.80