Machida Zelvia vs Thespa Kusatsu: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 25 February

Machida Zelvia

D W W W W

1st place in J-League Division 2

2 - 0

25/02/2023 22:00

Thespa Kusatsu

D L W L L

11th place in J-League Division 2

J-League Division 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Machida Zelvia vs Thespa Kusatsu on 25 February 2023 (kick-off: 22:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Machida Zelvia vs Thespa Kusatsu preview before placing your bet.

Machida Zelvia are currently 1st with 87 points after 42 matches.
Thespa Kusatsu sit 11th with 57 points from 42 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Machida Zelvia, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Thespa Kusatsu have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 25/02/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Machida Zelvia	87	42	26	9	7	79	35	44
02 Jubilo Iwata	75	42	21	12	9	74	44	30
03 Tokyo Verdy	75	42	21	12	9	57	31	26
04 Shimizu S-Pulse	74	42	20	14	8	78	34	44
05 Montedio Yamagata	67	42	21	4	17	64	54	10
06 JEF United Ichihara Chiba	67	42	19	10	13	61	53	8
07 V-Varen Nagasaki	65	42	18	11	13	70	56	14
08 Ventforet Kofu	64	42	18	10	14	60	50	10
09 Oita Trinita	62	42	17	11	14	54	56	-2
10 Fagiano Okayama	58	42	13	19	10	49	49	0
11 Thespa Kusatsu	57	42	14	15	13	44	44	0
12 Fujieda MYFC	52	42	14	10	18	61	72	-11
13 Blaublitz Akita	51	42	12	15	15	37	44	-7
14 Roasso Kumamoto	49	42	13	10	19	52	53	-1
15 Tokushima Vortis	49	42	10	19	13	43	53	-10
16 Vegalta Sendai	48	42	12	12	18	48	61	-13
17 Mito Hollyhock	47	42	11	14	17	49	66	-17
18 Ban Di Tesi Iwaki	47	42	12	11	19	45	69	-24
19 Tochigi SC	44	42	10	14	18	39	47	-8
20 Renofa Yamaguchi	44	42	10	14	18	37	67	-30
21 Omiya Ardija	39	42	11	6	25	37	71	-34
22 Zweigen Kanazawa FC	35	42	9	8	25	41	70	-29

Head To Head

10/07/2022 03:00

Thespa Kusatsu

0 - 2

Machida Zelvia

JPN D2

21/05/2022 22:00

Machida Zelvia

2 - 0

Thespa Kusatsu

JPN D2

13/11/2021 22:00

Machida Zelvia

1 - 1

Thespa Kusatsu

JPN D2

20/06/2021 03:00

Thespa Kusatsu

0 - 1

Machida Zelvia

JPN D2

29/11/2020 00:00

Machida Zelvia

0 - 3

Thespa Kusatsu

JPN D2

11/07/2020 03:00

Thespa Kusatsu

0 - 1

Machida Zelvia

JPN D2

Machida Zelvia

67%

Draw

17%

Thespa Kusatsu

17%

Machida Zelvia Last 6 matches

18/02/2023 22:00

Machida Zelvia 0 - 0 Vegalta Sendai JPN D2

22/10/2022 22:00

Albirex Niigata 2 - 1 Machida Zelvia JPN D2

19/10/2022 03:00

Machida Zelvia 1 - 2 Ventforet Kofu JPN D2

08/10/2022 22:00

Machida Zelvia 0 - 1 Tochigi SC JPN D2

01/10/2022 00:00

Tokushima Vortis 3 - 2 Machida Zelvia JPN D2

24/09/2022 22:00

Blaublitz Akita 2 - 1 Machida Zelvia JPN D2

Win

Draw

17%

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Thespa Kusatsu

17/02/2023 22:00

Thespa Kusatsu 0 - 0 Blaublitz Akita JPN D2

22/10/2022 22:00

Mito Hollyhock 2 - 1 Thespa Kusatsu JPN D2

15/10/2022 22:00

Thespa Kusatsu 5 - 1 Grulla Morioka JPN D2

07/10/2022 22:00

Roasso Kumamoto 5 - 1 Thespa Kusatsu JPN D2

30/09/2022 22:00

Thespa Kusatsu 1 - 0 Omiya Ardija JPN D2

23/09/2022 22:00

Thespa Kusatsu 1 - 6 Renofa Yamaguchi JPN D2

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 2

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

Played games

Machida Zelvia

Thespa Kusatsu

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.45

Scored

Avg. per game

0.64

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 42 matches

YesNo

26 (62%)16 (38%)

In last 42 matches

NoYes

21 (50%)21 (50%)

Machida Zelvia

Recent matches

Thespa Kusatsu

Under /Over

(74%)31 11(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(64%)27 15(36%)

Under /Over

(36%)15 27(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(21%)9 33(79%)

Under /Over

(52%)22 20(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)14 28(67%)

/Yes

(50%)21 21(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(52%)22 20(48%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Machida Zelvia

Thespa Kusatsu

Shots

Machida Zelvia

Total shots

9.31 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Thespa Kusatsu

Total shots

6.67 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Machida Zelvia Pass Thespa Kusatsu

Total passes

8758

Avg. 337 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

11079

Avg. 426 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Machida Zelvia

Played games

Thespa Kusatsu

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.43

Clean sheets

0.38

4.07

171

Corners

169

4.02

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.57

Offsides

1.24

2.10

GK saves

138

3.29

Machida Zelvia

DISCIPLINARY

Thespa Kusatsu

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.26

0.71

0.05

0.00

12.67

532

Fouls

340

8.10

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Machida Zelvia vs Thespa Kusatsu Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Machida Zelvia vs Thespa Kusatsu on 25 February 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 J-League Division 2 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.

Machida Zelvia vs Thespa Kusatsu Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Machida Zelvia's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Thespa Kusatsu'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 2 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 2 standings and the J-League Division 2 form table to understand exactly where Machida Zelvia and Thespa Kusatsu sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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