Match analysis
JapanJ2 League
Tipster previews, form, Elo ratings and the best odds for this J2 League fixture.
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Mr CertaintyWonThe pickUnder 2 5
The J2/J3 League returns to action on March 14, 2026, with a crucial fixture between Ventforet Kofu and Iwaki. Currently, the table places Ventforet Kofu in first position with 14 points from five matches, boasting an unbeaten record of four wins and one draw. Iwaki sits inβ¦
PajimonWonThe pickUnder 2 5
G'day, mates! Welcome to another analysis for the J2/J3 League. I'm Pajimon, and tonight we're looking at a matchup that might not have the flashiest attack on paper, but it's got history on its side. If you're sitting down for a braai or a cold beer while watching this, youβ¦
Umery UnderdogLostThe pickVentforet Kofu win
Welcome back to the underdog den! πΎ Today, we are turning our attention to the J2/J3 League clash where Ventforet Kofu welcomes Iwaki to their home turf. My name is Umery Underdog, and I am here to root for the little pups, not the big dogs. In this fixture, the market seesβ¦
Mr SimpleWonThe pickUnder 2 5
Right then, welcome to the preview for the Ventforet Kofu versus Iwaki showdown on the 14th of March. It's a clash right at the top of the table, with Kofu sitting level with the leaders on 14 points from five games. They're unbeaten in this league campaign, which is a properβ¦
Value VinnyWonThe pickUnder 2 5
In the J2/J3 League, Ventforet Kofu host Iwaki this Saturday at their home ground. On paper, Kofu sit near the summit with 14 points from five games, while Iwaki trail in fourth with nine. But when you strip away the table positions and look at the mathematics, a clear valueβ¦
Bold green marks the stronger number on each row. Both-teams-scored is shown without a side.
| Ventforet KofuHome | Rating | IwakiAway |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | ||
| 1,485 | Overall | 1,551 |
| 1,481 | Match venue | 1,537 |
| 1,481 | At home | 1,499 |
| 1,498 | Away | 1,537 |
| Attack & defence | ||
| 1,428 | Attack | 1,483 |
| 1,549 | Defence | 1,583 |
| 1,463 | Home attack | 1,496 |
| 1,423 | Away attack | 1,461 |
| 1,538 | Home defence | 1,544 |
| 1,548 | Away defence | 1,576 |
| Match profile | ||
| 1,390 | Goal environment | 1,502 |
| 1,463 | Home goals | 1,512 |
| 1,427 | Away goals | 1,490 |
| 1,500 | Possession | 1,500 |
| Specialist ratings | ||
| 1,500 | Set-piece attack | 1,500 |
| 1,500 | Set-piece defence | 1,500 |
| 1,476 | Close games | 1,498 |
| 1,492 | Winning margin | 1,568 |
Match venue compares Ventforet Kofu at home with Iwaki away. Green marks the higher rating; a new team starts at 1500.
Match profile rows describe the game, not team strength: a higher goal environment means higher-scoring matches.
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