Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Kawasaki Frontale

L L W L D

4th place in East

1-1

Pen. 5-4

17/05/2026 06:00

Machida Zelvia

D W W D D

3rd place in East

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 06:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia preview before placing your bet.

Kawasaki Frontale are currently 4th with 28 points after 18 matches.
Machida Zelvia sit 3rd with 37 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Machida Zelvia to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Kawasaki Frontale, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Machida Zelvia have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

06:00

2026-05-17

Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia - Prediction & Odds

Kawasaki Frontale

Machida Zelvia

2026-05-17 06:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

East	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Kashima Antlers	45	18	13	4	1	29	9	20
02 FC Tokyo	37	18	9	6	3	28	16	12
03 Machida Zelvia	37	18	8	8	2	23	19	4
04 Kawasaki Frontale	28	18	7	4	7	23	27	-4
05 Tokyo Verdy	28	18	7	4	7	19	25	-6
06 Urawa Red Diamonds	25	18	7	4	7	25	18	7
07 Yokohama Marinos	20	18	6	2	10	28	29	-1
08 Kashiwa Reysol	20	18	6	1	11	21	24	-3
09 Mito Hollyhock	18	18	2	8	8	19	35	-16
10 JEF United Ichihara Chiba	12	18	3	3	12	18	31	-13

West	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vissel Kobe	35	18	9	6	3	27	21	6
02 Cerezo Osaka	31	18	7	6	5	26	19	7
03 Nagoya Grampus	31	18	8	5	5	31	28	3
04 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	30	18	8	4	6	29	21	8
05 Gamba Osaka	28	18	5	8	5	26	22	4
06 Fagiano Okayama	26	18	6	6	6	24	25	-1
07 Shimizu S-Pulse	24	18	4	8	6	19	21	-2
08 Kyoto Sanga	23	18	5	5	8	19	26	-7
09 V-Varen Nagasaki	21	18	6	2	10	20	28	-8
10 Avispa Fukuoka	21	18	3	8	7	17	27	-10

Head To Head

28/03/2026 01:00

Machida Zelvia

1 - 1

Kawasaki Frontale

JPN D1

31/08/2025 06:00

Kawasaki Frontale

5 - 3

Machida Zelvia

JPN D1

06/04/2025 01:00

Machida Zelvia

2 - 2

Kawasaki Frontale

JPN D1

05/10/2024 02:00

Machida Zelvia

1 - 4

Kawasaki Frontale

JPN D1

07/04/2024 02:00

Kawasaki Frontale

0 - 1

Machida Zelvia

JPN D1

07/11/2010 01:00

Kawasaki Frontale

5 - 4

Machida Zelvia

INT CF

Kawasaki Frontale

50%

Draw

33%

Machida Zelvia

17%

Kawasaki Frontale Last 6 matches

10/05/2026 03:00

Kashiwa Reysol 1 - 0 Kawasaki Frontale JPN D1

06/05/2026 04:00

Kawasaki Frontale 1 - 0 Tokyo Verdy JPN D1

02/05/2026 01:00

FC Tokyo 2 - 0 Kawasaki Frontale JPN D1

29/04/2026 02:00

Urawa Red Diamonds 2 - 0 Kawasaki Frontale JPN D1

25/04/2026 02:00

Kawasaki Frontale 2 - 1 JEF United Ichihara Chiba JPN D1

18/04/2026 00:00

Yokohama Marinos 1 - 2 Kawasaki Frontale JPN D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Machida Zelvia

13/05/2026 06:00

Machida Zelvia 0 - 0 Tokyo Verdy JPN D1

10/05/2026 04:00

JEF United Ichihara Chiba 0 - 2 Machida Zelvia JPN D1

06/05/2026 03:00

Machida Zelvia 2 - 0 Yokohama Marinos JPN D1

03/05/2026 03:00

Kashima Antlers 1 - 1 Machida Zelvia JPN D1

29/04/2026 03:00

Mito Hollyhock 2 - 2 Machida Zelvia JPN D1

25/04/2026 12:15

Al-Ahli SFC 0 - 0 Machida Zelvia ACLE

Win

33%

Draw

67%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

316

Avg. per game

1.07

Conceded

205

Avg. per game

0.69

Scored

205

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

166

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 295 matches

YesNo

193 (65%)102 (35%)

In last 295 matches

NoYes

138 (50%)139 (50%)

Kawasaki Frontale

Recent matches

Machida Zelvia

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kawasaki Frontale

Machida Zelvia

Shots

Kawasaki Frontale

Total shots

12.51 avg / game

Blocked

485 total

Avg. 3.17

Machida Zelvia

Total shots

10.77 avg / game

Blocked

217 total

Avg. 3.44

Kawasaki Frontale Pass Machida Zelvia

Total passes

105634

Avg. 513 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

46322

Avg. 348 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kawasaki Frontale

295

Played games

Machida Zelvia

277

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

109

0.39

5.17

1525

Corners

1246

4.50

6.00

1771

Throw-ins

1742

6.29

1.51

444

Offsides

385

1.39

2.47

730

GK saves

548

1.98

Kawasaki Frontale

DISCIPLINARY

Machida Zelvia

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.01

298

340

1.23

0.07

0.03

9.06

2673

Fouls

2739

9.89

8.76

2585

Tackles

1073

3.87

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How We Build the Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia on 17 May 2026 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 J-League Division 1 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.

Kawasaki Frontale vs Machida Zelvia Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kawasaki Frontale's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Machida Zelvia'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.

J-League Division 1 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 J-League Division 1 standings and the J-League Division 1 form table to understand exactly where Kawasaki Frontale and Machida Zelvia sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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