Vissel Kobe vs Zelvia Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 11 November 2026
🔉 Vissel Kobe and Machida Zelvia head into their Japanese League Cup quarter-final on strong unbeaten runs, though their styles differ. Vissel Kobe have impressed at home, winning there frequently, while Machida Zelvia have shown remarkable consistency over a longer stretch, avoiding defeat in most of their recent matches. Both sides have defended confidently in recent weeks, which could make the upcoming match tense and fairly tight.
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Vissel Kobe and Machida Zelvia drew 0-0 in J1 League on 24 October 2026. Despite an almost even shot count of 18-19, neither side scored, although they created chances worth a combined 3.30 xG.
📊 The teams have an even record across six competitive meetings: two wins each and two draws. Home advantage has also had a noticeable impact on goals: Machida Zelvia have scored all six of their goals at home and none away, while Vissel Kobe have conceded none in three home matches.
Head-to-head statistics Vissel Kobe - Zelvia
Unbeaten at home since May
Vissel Kobe drew 2:2 at home with Urawa Red Diamonds in their last J1 League match on 8 November 2026. The hosts led 1:0 at half-time, but were outshot 9:5 on target over the course of the match; Vissel Kobe’s goalkeeper made seven saves.
Vissel Kobe are in good form: they have won six of their last 10 matches, drawing two and losing two. During that period, Vissel Kobe have scored an average of 1.8 goals per game, but have also conceded 1.1. Their last five matches have brought three wins and two draws, suggesting consistency, especially at home. However, Vissel Kobe have not been prolific against this opponent, scoring no more than one goal in each of their last five head-to-head meetings. This could affect how the match unfolds if their attack again comes up against the opponent’s organised defence.
Match Results: Vissel Kobe
10 away matches unbeaten
Machida Zelvia drew 0-0 at home to Sanfrecce Hiroshima in J1 League 8 November 2026. In their most recent match, Machida Zelvia had more possession at 55%, but were outshot 7-4 on target; their goalkeeper made seven saves.
Machida Zelvia have been impressively solid: in their last 10 matches, they have recorded 7 wins and 3 draws without a single defeat. They have conceded an average of just 0.1 goals per game, reflecting a tight defence. They have been less prolific in attack, averaging 1.3 goals per match, but that has been enough to pick up points regularly. In their last five matches, Machida Zelvia have won twice and drawn three times, extending their unbeaten run and confirming their status as one of the league’s toughest opponents to face.
Match Results: Machida Zelvia
Match Result Prediction
Vissel Kobe are unbeaten in 12 consecutive home matches. Their home record this season stands at four wins, two draws and no defeats. Machida Zelvia also rarely lose, so instead of backing the hosts to win outright, we are taking Vissel Kobe - Handicap +1 at odds of 1.33*.
Total Goals Prediction
In 10 of Machida Zelvia's last 11 matches, there have been fewer than 3.5 goals. This supports a low-scoring scenario, although it does not guarantee that the lower line will land. Machida Zelvia concede an average of 0 goals away, while Vissel Kobe concede 0.83 at home. At the same time, Vissel Kobe score 1.83 goals per home match and Machida Zelvia score 1.6 per away match, respectively, which limits confidence in the prediction. We pick Total Goals - Under 2.5 at odds of 1.73*.
Safer Bet
Total Goals - Under 3.5 has landed in 10 of Machida Zelvia's last 11 matches. Machida Zelvia concede an average of 0 goals away from home, while Vissel Kobe concede 0.83 at home. These figures support a pick of Total Goals - Under 3.5 at odds of 1.25*.
Correct Score Prediction
According to the algorithm’s calculations, the top three scorelines are 0:0 (15.23%), 1:0 (14.68%) and 0:1 (13.37%). The 0:0 result has the highest probability. Each of the three outcomes involves no more than one goal in the match.
*The odds are approximate and may vary between bookmakers.*
⭐ Editor’s Prediction
Both teams are in good form, but Machida Zelvia’s match statistics stand out for their particularly solid defence. The visitors have not lost in 29 of their last 30 matches, a trend backed up by their current unbeaten run and the low number of goals they have conceded. Despite Vissel Kobe’s strong home form, the visitors’ consistency should be the deciding factor. In our view, the main pick is Machida Zelvia to Win or Draw (Double Chance - X2).
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Betting Tips: Vissel Kobe - Machida Zelvia
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