Japan (W) vs Costa Rica (W): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 July

Betiball's prediction for Japan (W) vs Costa Rica (W) on 26 July 2023 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Japan (W) vs Costa Rica (W) preview before placing your bet.

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Japan (W) vs Costa Rica (W): Starting Lineups Time : 26/07/2023 01:00

Japan (W)
2 - 0
Finished
Costa Rica (W)
90+1' event Miyabi Moriya / Risa Shimizu
74' event Kiko Seike / Hikaru Naomoto
74' event NAGANO Fuka / Honoka Hayashi
59' event Riko Ueki / Mina Tanaka
59' event Hinata Miyazawa / Aoba Fujino
27' event Aoba Fujino
25' event Hikaru Naomoto
event 85' Priscilla Chinchilla
event 76' Sheika Scott / Maria Salas
event 64' Raquel Rodriguez / Cristin Granados
event 46' Gloriana Villalobos / Gabriela Guillen
90+1' event Miyabi Moriya / Risa Shimizu
event 85' Priscilla Chinchilla
74' event Kiko Seike / Hikaru Naomoto
event 76' Sheika Scott / Maria Salas
74' event NAGANO Fuka / Honoka Hayashi
event 64' Raquel Rodriguez / Cristin Granados
59' event Riko Ueki / Mina Tanaka
event 46' Gloriana Villalobos / Gabriela Guillen
59' event Hinata Miyazawa / Aoba Fujino
27' event Aoba Fujino
25' event Hikaru Naomoto
Japan (W) Japan (W)
Substitutions
#7 Hinata Miyazawa
#9 Riko Ueki
#17 Kiko Seike
#10 NAGANO Fuka
#19 Miyabi Moriya
#18 Momoko Tanaka
#21 Chika Hirao
#23 Rion Ishikawa
#12 Hana Takahashi
#13 Jun ENDO
#22 Remina Chiba
#20 Maika Hamano
Japan (W) Japan (W) Costa Rica (W) Costa Rica (W)
24Shots6
12Shots on Goal2
7Fouls13
9Corner Kick0
12Free kick8
1Offside0
0Yellow card1
35Aerial27
2Save10
11Successful Tackles7
15Interceptions11
2Assist0
10Shots off goal3
19Head Success13
2Blocked1
12Tackle7
12Dribbles4
20Throw-in22
554Passes437
129Attacks88
60Dangerous attacks11
4Corner Kicks(HT)0
Costa Rica (W) Costa Rica (W)
Substitutions
#10 Gloriana Villalobos
#11 Raquel Rodriguez
#21 Sheika Scott
#18 Priscilla Tapia
#1 Genesis Perez
#5 Valeria del Campo
#6 Carol Sanchez
#8 Mariela Campos
#13 Emilie Valenciano
#19 Alexandra Pinell
#17 Sofia Varela
#22 Catalina Estrada
Commentary
90+1' Japan (W) — substitution: Miyabi Moriya / Risa Shimizu
85' Priscilla Chinchilla - Costa Rica (W) receive a yellow card
76' Costa Rica (W) — substitution: Sheika Scott / Maria Salas
74' Japan (W) — substitution: Kiko Seike / Hikaru Naomoto
74' Japan (W) — substitution: NAGANO Fuka / Honoka Hayashi
64' Costa Rica (W) — substitution: Raquel Rodriguez / Cristin Granados
59' Japan (W) — substitution: Riko Ueki / Mina Tanaka
59' Japan (W) — substitution: Hinata Miyazawa / Aoba Fujino
46' Costa Rica (W) — substitution: Gloriana Villalobos / Gabriela Guillen
27' Goal! Aoba Fujino - Japan (W)
25' Goal! Hikaru Naomoto - Japan (W)

How We Build the Japan (W) vs Costa Rica (W) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Japan (W) vs Costa Rica (W) on 26 July 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Japan (W) vs Costa Rica (W) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Japan (W)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Costa Rica (W)'s away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Japan (W) and Costa Rica (W) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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