A struggling side attempts to pull off an upset against a high-flying opponent (ranked 18th and 3rd in the Promotion ~ J3 League (Promotion ~ Playoffs).
Kochi United has struggled for results with multiple recent losses (last 5 matches: 0 wins).
Osaka is in good shape currently (last 5 matches: 3 wins).
Osaka could enjoy a physical edge thanks to more rest days ahead of this match.
In this match, both teams have fairly balanced chances of victory.
In the last 4 head-to-head meetings, Kochi United has recorded 1 win, 0 draws, and 3 losses, with a goal aggregate of 4:6 (averaging 1:1.5 goals per game).
Specifically in home fixtures for Kochi United against this opponent, the record stands at 1 win, 0 draws, and 1 loss, with 2:2 goals (averaging 1:1 per game).