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Sagan Tosu vs Shonan Bellmare Prediction, Free Betting Tips & Odds

Date: 18th February 2023
Kick-Off: 6:00 UK, 7:00 CET

Sagan Tosu will face Shonan Bellmare in the final game of the opening round in the Japanese J1 League.

Sagan Tosu vs Shonan Bellmare Predictions and Top Betting Tips

Shonan Bellmare have to start the season well after struggling for several years in a row and almost getting relegated. Here are our Sagan Tosu vs Shonan Bellmare predictions.

Both Teams To Score Prediction: Yes

Sagan Tosu had one major problem last season – they had too many draws and the majority were BTTS games. Against Shonan Bellmare, it has predominantly been the same every season – almost all games between the two teams ended with both teams scoring and we definitely expect it again in the opening round when both sides will be at their best.

Match Result Prediction: Draw

The majority of the matches between the two teams in recent years ended in draws. At least, the last three between them at Sagan ended in 1:1 and 2:2 draws. Shonan were weaker than their opponents overall but they picked up speed in the final rounds of the previous season and as long as they retained a bit of that form, they will not lose this game.

Correct Score Prediction: 1:1 Draw

We feel like this game will not have a huge scoreline. Neither of these teams is particularly high-scoring and they will both be careful not to lose this opening game. The 0:0 draw is highly unlikely, however, because these two teams always score goals in the h2h games.

Sagan Tosu vs Shonan Bellmare: Form, Recent Games, and News

Sagan Tosu Preview

Sagan Tosu started the season as one of the top teams in the league and for a long time were a contender for Top 3. In the last few months, however, the team almost never won games and they finished the season with a streak of five winless games. They had one of the better attacks overall but also one of the worst defenses in the league, which should be the main focus for improvement now.

Shonan Bellmare Preview

Shonan Bellmare actually surprised us at the end of last season. They were one of the worst teams at the start and overall, they have been in danger of relegation for several years in a row. They finished the season as one of the teams in the best form and it will be interesting to see how they perform in the new campaign. They had the 3rd weakest attack in the league.

Odds and Stats Sagan Tosu vs Shonan Bellmare

Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.

Head to Head

26/02/22

Japan J-League Japan

Sagan Tosu

Shonan Bellmare

1

1

16/10/21

Japan J-League Japan

Sagan Tosu

Shonan Bellmare

1

1

27/02/21

Japan J-League Japan

Shonan Bellmare

Sagan Tosu

0

1

25/10/20

Japan J-League Japan

Sagan Tosu

Shonan Bellmare

2

2

21/10/20

Japan J-League Japan

Shonan Bellmare

Sagan Tosu

0

0

Last Five - Sagan Tosu21904

27/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

3134

Kashima Antlers

21904

Sagan Tosu

2

2

D

24/05/23

Japan J-League Cup Japan

3132

Jubilo Iwata

21904

Sagan Tosu

2

0

L

20/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

5128

Albirex Niigata

21904

Sagan Tosu

0

2

W

14/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

3143

Avispa Fukuoka

21904

Sagan Tosu

0

0

D

10/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

3145

Urawa Red Diamonds

21904

Sagan Tosu

0

2

W

Last Five - Shonan Bellmare21905

27/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

3135

Sanfrecce Hiroshima

21905

Shonan Bellmare

1

0

L

24/05/23

Japan J-League Cup Japan

3133

Shimizu S-Pulse

21905

Shonan Bellmare

3

2

L

20/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

3141

Cerezo Osaka

21905

Shonan Bellmare

2

0

L

13/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

3142

Consadole Sapporo

21905

Shonan Bellmare

4

2

L

03/05/23

Japan J-League Japan

3140

Kashiwa Reysol

21905

Shonan Bellmare

2

1

L

FAQs regarding Sagan Tosu vs Shonan Bellmare

Sagan Tosu vs Shonan Bellmare

How many points did the two teams have last season?

Thye teams finished next to each other in the table. Sagan Tosu had 42 points while Shonan Bellmare had 41 points.

Which team won the previous encounter?

The teams last met in late October and Shonan Bellmare won 3:0 at home.

Which team is the favorite to win this game?

There is almost no difference between the teams right now and Sagan Tosu have a slight advantage.