01 · 2 legs
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- Kashiwa Reysol to win49%
- Over 1.5 goals79%
J1 LeagueSanga Stadium by Kyocera, Kyoto24°21,6 mm5 km/h
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Betting value emerges with Kashiwa Reysol at 2.30 odds, given their form and historical edge. — this odds figure is not supported by the FACTS provided.
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The head-to-head in this fixture is a curious case. Despite facing each other six times since 2023, Kyoto Sanga have failed to win any, drawing five and losing once. This small sample suggests a tight contest historically but clashes with the broader form and model predictions, which favor Kashiwa Reysol quite decisively. The visitors' edge isn't massive but significant enough to suggest they're the better team currently.
Kyoto's struggle is evident in their current form as well, with only five points accumulated this season against Kashiwa's twelve. Even in expected metrics, Kashiwa holds the upper hand, boasting better xPoints and a +0.3 xG differential per match. Kyoto's defensive frailties are particularly concerning, with an xGA of 1.8 per game, suggesting they'll likely concede at least once.
The model suggests a 49% probability of a Kashiwa win, leaning towards a 1-1 or 1-2 scoreline. Expected goals imply a relatively open contest, despite the possession-control styles both teams adopt. However, the forecasted rain could dampen scoring opportunities, though this is already factored into the 55% probability of over 2.5 goals and the 57% chance both teams find the net.
Betting value appears to favor Kashiwa Reysol, given their form and historical edge, though no specific odds are provided. The suggested 1-2 scoreline aligns well with this lean, alongside a high possibility of seeing more than two goals. The combination of Kashiwa's sharper attack and Kyoto's leaky defense makes backing the visitors a calculated risk.
The verdict on the pre-built bet builders for this match, priced against the model’s score matrix before kickoff. Graded on the 90-minute result.
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| Bookmaker | 1 · Kyoto Sanga | X | 2 · Kashiwa Reysol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betsafe | EV+ 1% 4.30 | 3.65 | 1.70 |
| Betsson | EV+ 1% 4.30 | 3.65 | 1.70 |
| Nordicbet | EV+ 1% 4.30 | 3.65 | 1.70 |
| Pinnacle | EV+ 3% 4.39 | EV+ 10% 4.04 | 1.77 |
Odds updated 11 Sept, 10:23
Market signal
The market has moved clearly towards over 2.5 goals since 6 September — the odds have shortened from 1.84 to 1.70 (−8%).
4.16 → 4.39
3.73 → 4.04
1.84 → 1.77
1.84 → 1.70
Pinnacle · 16 recorded price levels · 06/09/2026 → 11/09/2026 · fixed scale 10 percentage points
Head-to-head based on J1 League data since 2023.
Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).
Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.
The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.
| Performance | Kyoto Sanga | Kashiwa Reysol |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 5 | 12 |
| xPoints | 6.6 | 8.7 |
| xG per match | 1.1 | 1.4 |
| xGA per match | 1.8 | 1.1 |
| xG within 8s of winning the ball | 0.49 | 0.23 |
| xGA within 8s of losing the ball | 0.32 | 0.17 |
| Playing style | Kyoto Sanga | Kashiwa Reysol |
|---|---|---|
| Build-up efficiency | 0.32 | 0.32 |
| Field tilt | 0.49 | 0.67 |
| xT per match | 0.96 | 1.1 |
| xTA per match | 1.3 | 0.79 |
| Won balls, offensive half | 23 | 20 |
| Pressing intensity | 0.23 | 0.23 |
| Pressing efficiency | 0.29 | 0.26 |
| Pressing efficiency, offensive half | 0.23 | 0.23 |
| Entries into the box per match | 12 | 15 |
| Entries into the box against | 18 | 10 |
| Pass completion % | 0.71 | 0.84 |
| Pass completion % under pressure | 0.67 | 0.76 |
| Passes per match | 300 | 571 |
| Passes against per match | 366 | 351 |
| Switches of play per match | 19.7 | 36.7 |
| Long balls per match | 22 | 34 |
| Set pieces | Kyoto Sanga | Kashiwa Reysol |
|---|---|---|
| xG from free kicks | 0.11 | 0.01 |
| Corners per match | 2.5 | 5.6 |
| Corners against per match | 6 | 3.9 |
| xG per corner | 0.01 | 0 |
| xGA per corner against | 0.02 | 0.01 |
| First touch, offensive corners % | 0.27 | 0.91 |
| First touch, defensive corners % | 0.69 | 0.86 |
| Other | Kyoto Sanga | Kashiwa Reysol |
|---|---|---|
| Throw-in control | 0.7 | 0.77 |
| The goalkeepers | Hedhe Halls Rocha da Silva (Kyoto Sanga) | Ryosuke Kojima (Kashiwa Reysol) |
|---|---|---|
| Saves | 14 | 10 |
| Save % | 82% | 56% |
| xG prevented | 63% | 23% |
| Claims | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
The model gives Kashiwa Reysol a 49% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Kyoto Sanga 24%, draw 27%, Kashiwa Reysol 49%.
The model's most likely final score is 1-1 at 12% probability.
The model rates over 2.5 goals at 55% and under at 45%.
The probability of both teams scoring is 57% according to the model.
The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.
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