Vissel Kobe vs Machida Zelvia prediction: Under 3.5 goals
We see 2.6 goals, which stays under 3.5. That gives this tip a 74% chance. Vissel Kobe have won 3 of their last 5 (LDWWW), while Machida Zelvia are on a 5-game unbeaten run (WDWDW). At 1.28 it is short – better as one leg of an accumulator.
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Odds board
Bookmaker odds · our chance under each · TIP = our pickMatch result
Double chance
Goals 1.5
Goals 2.5
Goals 3.5
Both teams to score
Half-time result
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Match notes
by Ade Ola & the 9jaTips deskThe big picture
A coin-toss on paper – Vissel Kobe win 36%, the draw 22%, Machida Zelvia win 42%.
Form check
Vissel Kobe arrive with three wins from their last six games (D W W W D L). Last time out they drew with Urawa 2–2 at home. They average 1.7 scored and 1.2 conceded.
Machida Zelvia arrive with three wins from their last six games (D W D W D W). Last time out they drew with Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0–0 at home. They average 1.3 scored and 0.2 conceded. Add 5 clean sheets and this is a side that is hard to break down.
Past meetings
Most recently (Oct 2026): Vissel Kobe 0–0 Machida Zelvia.
Goals outlook
We expect around 2.6 goals (Vissel Kobe 1.2, Machida Zelvia 1.3). Goal markets are finely balanced – over 2.5 47%, GG 56%.
Our call (settled)
Our pre-match tip was Under 3.5 goals – 74% in our model, around 1.28 with the bookmakers. Most likely score: Vissel Kobe 0–1 Machida Zelvia. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. 18+ – stake only what you can afford.
Vissel Kobe
last 6- Dv Urawa2–28 Nov
- Wv Ratchaburi3–23 Nov
- Wv Nagoya Grampus3–131 Oct
- W@ Daejeon Citizen1–027 Oct
- Dv Machida Zelvia0–024 Oct
- L@ Kawasaki Frontale1–221 Oct
Machida Zelvia
last 6- Dv Sanfrecce Hiroshima0–08 Nov
- Wv Shanghai Shenhua2–15 Nov
- Dv Gamba Osaka0–01 Nov
- W@ Shanghai Shenhua1–029 Oct
- D@ Vissel Kobe0–024 Oct
- W@ Shimizu S-pulse5–021 Oct
Past meetings
Full head-to-head →- 24 Oct 2026Vissel Kobe0–0Machida Zelvia
J League Cup table
League page →| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Nagoya Grampus | 6 | +6 | 15 |
| 2 |  Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 6 | +5 | 9 |
| 3 |  Yokohama FC | 6 | -3 | 6 |
| 4 |  Vissel Kobe | 6 | -8 | 6 |
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League page →Frequently asked questions
What is the 9jaTips prediction for Vissel Kobe vs Machida Zelvia?
We tip Under 3.5 goals – a 74% chance in our model, with bookmaker odds around 1.28.
Who will win Vissel Kobe vs Machida Zelvia?
Our model has Vissel Kobe at 36%, the draw at 22% and Machida Zelvia at 42%.
What is the correct score prediction for Vissel Kobe vs Machida Zelvia?
Our most likely score is Vissel Kobe 0–1 Machida Zelvia.
Will there be goals in Vissel Kobe vs Machida Zelvia?
We expect about 2.6 goals: over 2.5 at 47%, both teams to score at 56%.
When is Vissel Kobe vs Machida Zelvia?
Wednesday 11 November 2026, 11:00 Nigerian time (WAT), at Noevir Stadium – J League Cup.