Albirex Niigata vs Shonan Prediction 25 May 2025
The upcoming clash between Albirex Niigata and Shonan Bellmare promises to be a tense affair, given their current form and league ambitions. The hosts, sitting in 19th place, are eager to climb out of the relegation zone, though their recent performances leave much to be desired. Meanwhile, the visitors find themselves in 14th position and will aim to distance themselves from the danger zone. Both teams are known for their low-scoring matches, adding an element of intrigue: can they break this trend? With lineups close to full strength, expect a tactical game with a focus on defense.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 14 September 2024 and ended with a 3-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (home team - Albirex Niigata):
- possession: 53% vs 47%;
- corners: 4 vs 6;
- fouls: 7 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Albirex Niigata and Shonan Bellmare:
- 6 matches played;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 2, draws - 2;
- goals scored - 10 for the hosts versus 8 for the visitors;
- average goals in the first half - 1.5, second half - 1.5;
- average total goals per match - 3.
Head-to-head statistics Albirex Niigata - Shonan
Albirex Niigata Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the J.League Cup, with Albirex Niigata hosting Tokyo Verdy. The match concluded with a scoreline of 0-2.
Here are the match statistics (Albirex Niigata vs Tokyo Verdy):
- possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 6;
- fouls: 0 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Albirex Niigata are navigating a challenging season in J-League 1. The team sits second-to-last in the standings with only two victories throughout the campaign. Their form has been far from impressive - the last five matches have yielded just one win, alongside two losses and two draws. Playing at home, the "Swans" have been defensively vulnerable, conceding in 14 of their last 15 home fixtures. In their most recent head-to-head against Shonan Bellmare, they secured a 3-1 victory, but current statistics indicate a decline in attacking prowess, with an average of just one goal per match.
Match Results: Albirex Niigata
Shonan Bellmare Team Overview
The most recent official match for the current visitors took place on as part of the J.League Cup (home team - Shonan Bellmare, visitors - Tokyo). The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Shonan Bellmare vs Tokyo):
- possession: 35% vs 65%;
- corners: 6 vs 9;
- fouls: 0 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
Shonan Bellmare are demonstrating more consistent play compared to their upcoming opponents. The team sits in 14th place, thanks to six wins this season, and they aim to stay clear of the relegation zone. Recent performances, however, have been erratic, with four losses and a draw in their last five matches highlighting their shaky form. Nonetheless, it's worth noting the visitors' defensive reliability, conceding an average of just about one goal per game. Traditionally, the team relies on a counter-attacking style of play.
Match Results: Shonan Bellmare
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- total encounters - 6;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 2, draws - 2.
Statistics: Albirex Niigata vs Shonan Bellmare
- matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 17;
- wins: 2 vs 6;
- win percentage: 13% vs 35%;
- losses: 7 vs 8;
- draws: 7 vs 3.
Last 10 Matches:
- wins: 3 vs 4;
- losses: 4 vs 5;
- draws: 3 vs 1.
- Albirex Niigata have failed to win in 23 of their last 25 matches (J1 League).
- Albirex Niigata have not won at home in 12 consecutive matches (J1 League).
- Albirex Niigata have not won at home in 11 consecutive matches.
- Albirex Niigata have failed to win in 7 of their last 8 matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- today's home side average goals scored - 1.67, visitors - 1.33;
- average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 4 times; at the home team's ground - 2 times.
Statistics: Albirex Niigata vs Shonan Bellmare
- average total in the tournament: 2.5 vs 1.88;
- average goals scored: 1.06 vs 0.71;
- average first-half total: 0.56 vs 0.24;
- average second-half total: 0.5 vs 0.47;
- Albirex Niigata: average home total in the tournament - 1.38;
- Shonan Bellmare: average away total in the tournament - 0.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1 (home - 0.8) vs 0.7 (away - 1).
- Total over 1.5 goals occurred in 6 of Albirex Niigata's last 7 matches.
- Total over 1.5 goals occurred in 12 of Shonan Bellmare's last 14 away matches (J1 League).
- Total over 1.5 goals occurred in 6 of Shonan Bellmare's last 7 away matches.
Corners Prediction
Albirex Niigata: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 4.13; at home - 4.88;
- last 10 matches: average total - 4.2; at home - 4.8.
Shonan Bellmare: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 4.88, away - 4.11;
- last 10 matches: average total - 4.5; away - 3.8.
- Total under 9.5 corners occurred in Albirex Niigata's last 5 matches (J1 League).
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.34 (0.67 for the home team and 0.67 for the visitors);
- average total yellow cards at the home team's ground - 2.25 (0.5 for the home team and 1.75 for the visitors).
Albirex Niigata: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 0.81; at home - 0.88;
- last 10 matches: average total - 0.7; at home - 0.8.
Shonan Bellmare: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 0.94, away - 1.11;
- last 10 matches: average total - 1; away - 1.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- total encounters - 6;
- both teams scored overall - 4 times;
- at the home team's ground - 2 times.
Statistics: Albirex Niigata vs Shonan Bellmare
- matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 17;
- matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): 10 vs 5;
- BTTS for Albirex Niigata at home - 6 (75%);
- BTTS for Shonan Bellmare away - 2 (22%).
Last 10 Matches:
- BTTS matches: 5 vs 2;
- BTTS for Albirex Niigata at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS for Shonan Bellmare away - 1 (20%).
Editor's Prediction
The clash between Albirex Niigata and Shonan Bellmare is expected to be a tightly contested affair with few chances for either side, due to both teams' low scoring rates and the visitors' solid defensive organization. Given the recent trend of both teams scoring under one and a half goals per match and Shonan Bellmare's tendency for low totals in away games (8 out of the last 9), the most reasonable bet would be under 2.5 goals - this aligns with the playing style of both teams and their season statistics overall.
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