Very strong pick · fair odds 1.28 · bookmaker 1.20 · Won ✓
9/10Rating
1.20Odds
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Value bet: Kochi United to win @ 3.20 – our chance 34% vs 31% implied by the price (edge +9%). Bigger price, more risk. Lost ✗
Quick tips for this match
ResultImabari to win ✓42% · @2.15
Double chanceEither team to win ✓76% · @1.30
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✗53% · @1.85
GoalsUnder 3.5 goals ✓78% · @1.20
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–0 ✓12% · fair 8.53
Imabari vs Kochi United preview and prediction
The match
The J2 League sees Imabari take on Kochi United on Wednesday 6 May, kicking off at 06:00 (WAT) at Arigato Service Dream.
Form guide
Imabari's last 5: LWLLL Most recently they lost to Nara Club 1–2 at home. At home they have won 1 and lost 3 of their last 4. They average 1.0 scored and 1.2 conceded.
Kochi United's last 5: WLWWL Most recently they beat Tokushima Vortis 2–1 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 3 of their last 3. They average 1.0 scored and 1.7 conceded.
Kochi United arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.5 points a game against 1.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 14 March 2026, finished Kochi United 2–0 Imabari.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.4 goals: 1.3 for Imabari and 1.1 for Kochi United. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 42%, both teams to score at 53%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Imabari 42%, draw 24%, Kochi United 34%.
Both teams to score: yes (53%) at 1.85.
Value angle: Kochi United to win at 3.20 – 34% on our numbers against 31% implied by the price.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 78% chance at odds of 1.20. Predicted score: Imabari 1–1 Kochi United. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Imabari42%fair 2.40 · @2.15
Draw24%fair 4.11 · @3.10
Kochi United34%fair 2.94 · @3.20
2.38Expected goals
1.27Imabari xG
1.11Kochi United xG
53%Both score
42%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
1–012%
0–110%
0–09%
2–18%
2–07%
From our goals model: Imabari 1.3 – 1.1 Kochi United expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Imabari vs Kochi United?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 78% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.20.
Who will win Imabari vs Kochi United?
On our numbers Imabari have a 42% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Kochi United 34%.
How many goals will there be in Imabari vs Kochi United?
We expect about 2.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 42% likely and both teams score 53% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Imabari vs Kochi United?
Our predicted score is Imabari 1–1 Kochi United, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.4 goals in total.
When is Imabari vs Kochi United?
Imabari vs Kochi United (J2 League) kicks off on Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 06:00 (West Africa Time) at Arigato Service Dream.
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.
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