Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga (2:2): J1 League 21/07/2025

Jul 21, 2025

Status: Finished

2-2

J1 League

Avispa Fukuoka

Kyoto Sanga

The J1 League football action goes on with round 24 on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 09:00 GMT+0. Avispa Fukuoka will meet Kyoto Sanga at Best Denki Stadium in Fukuoka. There is no information about the referee, so the attention is still on the teams’ form and tactical setups at this 22,563-capacity venue. Both teams want to build on their recent penalty shootout wins in the Emperor’s Cup.

Avispa Fukuoka is in the middle of the table and has a strong defense. Kyoto Sanga is in third place and has the best attack in the league. This match will be a close one between Fukuoka’s strong defense and Kyoto’s powerful offense. Both clubs are on winning runs in all tournaments.

Betting Tips and Match Insights

To craft an informed Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga prediction today, we delve into recent performances and historical encounters. Both clubs are doing well right now. Fukuoka hasn’t lost in five games, and Kyoto has won six in a row. Looking at their most recent outcomes shows important trends in how they score and defend. Head-to-head matchups give us more information on how these teams compare to each other. This part lays the stage for figuring out what’s going on.

Avispa Fukuoka Results

Avispa Fukuoka have turned their season around and are now in the middle of the league thanks to a strong defense. Recent games show that they are a tough club to beat, especially at home. The table below shows a summary of their last five games in all competitions.

Fukuoka has won four of their previous five games and drawn one. They have also kept three clean sheets. Their strong defense is shown by the fact that they can win close games, like three 1-0 victory. But they haven’t scored in their last two games, which makes me worried about how well they’re attacking. The fact that they haven’t lost at home in seven games gives them more confidence. This means that a disciplined, low-scoring game is anticipated versus Kyoto.

Kyoto Sanga Results

Kyoto Sanga has been a surprise this season, coming in third place with a strong offense. Their recent games show how good they are at scoring, but they still have problems on defense. Here is a summary of their last five games.

Kyoto has been playing well lately, winning four of their previous five games and drawing one. Their offense has been non-stop, scoring at least three goals in three of their last four league games. But giving up goals in most games shows that the defense isn’t very strong. The draw with Kashiwa Reysol illustrates that they can have trouble playing away against tough teams. This attacking momentum could make it hard for Fukuoka’s defense.

Who will win Monday’s J1 League clash between Avispa Fukuoka and Kyoto Sanga?

Avispa Fukuoka > Draw > Kyoto Sanga >

Avispa Fukuoka

33%

Draw

31%

Kyoto Sanga

36%

Head-to-Head: Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga Recent Encounters

Looking at past fights between Avispa Fukuoka and Kyoto Sanga can help us understand their rivalry. In their last several games, the teams have alternated wins and losses, with close scores typically deciding the outcome. Here are the last five times they met.

Fukuoka has won three of the last five games, but Kyoto’s 2-1 win at Best Denki Stadium last season proves that they can win on Fukuoka’s field. Most of the time, the games are close, with four out of five being decided by one goal. This makes it seem like the game will be competitive and low-scoring.

Predicted Football Lineups for Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga

The anticipated lineups for this football match show how each manager wants to play. Avispa Fukuoka prefers a 3-4-2-1 formation, while Kyoto Sanga prefers a 4-1-2-3 formation. Based on recent games and injury updates, here are the starting XIs that are likely to happen.

Avispa Fukuoka Predicted Lineup

Avispa Fukuoka are expected to field: Obata (GK), Kamijima (DF), Nara (DF), Ando (DF), Hashimoto (MF), Matsuoka (MF), Akino (MF), Fujimoto (MF), Konno (MF), Kitajima (MF), Wellington (FW).

Kyoto Sanga Predicted Lineup

Kyoto Sanga are likely to start: Ota G. (GK), Fukuda S. (DF), Miyamoto Y. (DF), Suzuki Y. (DF), Sugai H. (DF), Fukuoka S. (MF), Leo Gomes (MF), Hirato T. (MF), Marco Tulio (FW), Nagasawa S. (MF), Hara T. (FW).

Unavailable Players

Both sides will have to make changes to their lineups because of injuries and bans. The table below shows the players who are definitely going to miss out.

Key Factors to Watch in Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga

There are a few key factors that could change the outcome of this match. At Best Denki Stadium, both sides have their own strengths and limitations. Here are the main things to keep an eye on:

• Nine clean sheets in the league show that Avispa is good at stopping their opponents from scoring;
• Kyoto’s Attack: Their front line is the best in the league, with 38 goals, topped by Rafael Elias with eight goals;
• Fukuoka’s Home Form: They haven’t lost in seven home games in all competitions, and they have won four of them;
• Kyoto’s Away Problems: They haven’t won their last two away league games, which could be a weakness;
• Injuries: Fukuoka is missing defenders Ikeda and Tashiro, and Kyoto is missing midfielder Yonemoto;
• Recent Scoring Trends: Fukuoka’s offensive is a worry because they haven’t scored in their last two games;
• Kyoto’s defense problems: They let in 27 goals, which shows that Fukuoka may take advantage of;
• Tactically, Fukuoka’s tight 3-4-2-1 could stop Kyoto’s attacking 4-1-2-3.

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Free Tips on Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga

These betting recommendations are just for the Avispa Fukuoka vs. Kyoto Sanga game and look at things that are particular to that game. Bettors can make smart choices by thinking about how the squad works together and what is going on outside of the game. Here are some important suggestions to help you place your bets:

• Low-Scoring Game: Fukuoka boasts nine clean sheets and a few recent goalless draws, which means the match will be close. Kyoto’s defense, on the other hand, has been weak. Four of their last five head-to-head games were decided by one goal, therefore you might choose to bet on less than 2.5 goals.
• Home Advantage: Fukuoka hasn’t lost at home in seven matches, so a double chance bet (Fukuoka win or draw) looks good, especially because Kyoto has had trouble winning away games lately.
• Rafael Elias, Kyoto’s leading scorer, comes back from an injury and should score. Because Fukuoka’s defense is strong yet sometimes makes mistakes, a gamble on him scoring could be worth it.
• Set-Piece Chances: Fukuoka’s strong defense frequently makes for low-scoring games, but Kyoto’s attacking style might lead to corners. It might be a good idea to bet on more than 8.5 corners.
• surface Conditions: The natural grass surface at Best Denki Stadium could slow down play if it rains, which would help Fukuoka’s defense over Kyoto’s fast-paced assault.
• Fan Influence: Fukuoka’s home fans could put pressure on Kyoto, who have had a hard time winning games away from home lately. This makes it more likely that Fukuoka will not lose.

Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga Match Prediction 2025

The Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga odds reflect a closely contested match, but Kyoto’s superior attacking output gives them a slight edge. At Best Denki Stadium, Fukuoka is hard to beat because they have nine clean sheets and a seven-match home unbeaten streak. But they haven’t been able to score in two straight games, which makes their attacking threat less scary, especially since crucial defenders Ikeda and Tashiro are missing. Kyoto has been deadly in attack, scoring three or more goals in three of their previous four league games, even if they have trouble defending (27 goals given). Rafael Elias’s comeback strengthens their attack, and their third-place position shows that they want to win the title. Fukuoka has won three of the last five games, but Kyoto won 2-1 at this stadium last season, which suggests that they can take advantage of Fukuoka’s weak defense. Kyoto should win by a little margin because their attacking momentum and depth should give them the edge, even though Fukuoka’s home form and tactical discipline should keep the game tight. There will probably be a low-scoring, contested match, and Kyoto’s skill in the last third will make the difference.

Our Prediction: Avispa Fukuoka 1-2 Kyoto Sanga

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