Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga preview and prediction
The match
The J1 League sees Avispa Fukuoka take on Kyoto Sanga on Wednesday 6 May, kicking off at 06:00 (WAT) at Best Denki Stadium. Avispa Fukuoka are 10th with 21 points from 18 games (in the bottom three), while Kyoto Sanga sit 8th on 23 points (in the bottom three). Only 2 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Avispa Fukuoka's last 5: LWWWL Most recently they lost to Fagiano Okayama 0–2 away. Goals have dried up – just 0.8 per game.
Kyoto Sanga's last 5: LLWLW Most recently they lost to Shimizu S-pulse 1–2 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 1.8 conceded.
Avispa Fukuoka arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.5 points a game against 1.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 22 February 2026, finished Kyoto Sanga 2–0 Avispa Fukuoka.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 1.3 for Avispa Fukuoka and 1.4 for Kyoto Sanga. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 46%, both teams to score at 53%.
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 71% chance at odds of 1.40. Predicted score: Avispa Fukuoka 1–1 Kyoto Sanga. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Avispa Fukuoka34%fair 2.93 · @3.10
Draw24%fair 4.11 · @3.20
Kyoto Sanga42%fair 2.40 · @2.33
2.68Expected goals
1.26Avispa Fukuoka xG
1.42Kyoto Sanga xG
53%Both score
46%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–110%
1–29%
1–09%
2–18%
0–27%
From our goals model: Avispa Fukuoka 1.3 – 1.4 Kyoto Sanga expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.40.
Who will win Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga?
On our numbers Avispa Fukuoka have a 34% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Kyoto Sanga 42%.
How many goals will there be in Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 46% likely and both teams score 53% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga?
Our predicted score is Avispa Fukuoka 1–1 Kyoto Sanga, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga?
Avispa Fukuoka vs Kyoto Sanga (J1 League) kicks off on Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 06:00 (West Africa Time) at Best Denki Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.