Iwaki FC beat FC Imabari 2-1 in J.League 2. A quick double from Naoki Kumata just after half-time proved decisive, and Iwaki held on to take all three points.
Iwaki FC 2:1 FC Imabari — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 0
- 15
- 16
Second half2 - 1
- 48
- 50
- 55
- 80R. Nakayama
Questions & Answers
Who will win, Iwaki FC vs FC Imabari?
CheckLive's model makes Iwaki FC the favourite, with a 81% win probability.
What is the predicted score?
CheckLive's model projects Iwaki FC 4:2 FC Imabari.
When is Iwaki FC vs FC Imabari?
Kick-off Sunday 9 August at 10:00 UK time, in the J.League 2.
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Head to Head meetings
Iwaki FC – FC Imabari
Iwaki FC
FC Imabari
- 2
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 3
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  2 | 3  |
Scored goals | 4 | 4 |
Average per game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
The biggest victory | 2-0 | 0-1 |
Iwaki FC
FC Imabari
Best statistical picks
Iwaki FC – FC Imabari
Both teams scored in 6 of the last 6 matches
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Under 2.5
FC Imabari opened the score in 5 of the last 7 matches
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Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.91 | 3.30 | 3.80 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Iwaki FC
Imabari have won three of the four meetings between these sides, but Iwaki took the latest 2-0 and are in far better form. That contrast drives CheckLive's lean toward Iwaki — an 81% lean, not a commanding one.
Home win — Iwaki FC1.91
High confidence81%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
58.6
37.5
CheckSkill
53.5
45.1
CheckMental
73.2
28.6
CheckLive total59.2 vs 39.1+20.1
More match signals
Under 2.593%1.62
Iwaki FC (DNB)92%1.50
Iwaki FC (−1)95%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Iwaki FC and FC Imabari?
CheckLive's read favors Iwaki FC to win on current form and home advantage. Imabari have won three of four head-to-head meetings, but Iwaki took the latest 2-0. That recent result matters.
Who is the favorite based on recent form?
Iwaki FC are the clear favorite, with three wins in their last five matches; Imabari have lost four of five and arrive in poor form. The latest head-to-head also went Iwaki's way 2-0.
Will both teams score in this match?
Both teams to score looks unlikely. The four head-to-head meetings averaged 1.3 goals per game, and three of the four were close games; the last ended 2-0 to Iwaki. That supports a 'no' lean.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.91 | 3.30 | 3.80 |