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Sagan Tosu and Kyoto Sanga will battle for three points in a J1 League matchday 19 fixture on Saturday. The home side are coming off a 2-0 defeat away to Avispa Fukuoka last weekend.
Ryoga Sato and Wellington scored in either half to inspire their side to all three points.
Kyoto, meanwhile, saw off Consadole Sapporo by the same scoreline on home turf. Temma Matsuda and Yuta Toyokawa's first-half strike proved to be the difference between the two sides.
The victory left them in 19th spot in the table, having garnered 14 points from 18 games. Sagan are level on points with one fewer game played.
Sagan Tosu vs Kyoto Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Kyoto have 11 wins from the last 24 head-to-head games. Three games were drawn while Sagan Tosu were victorious on 10 occasions.
- Their most recent clash came in September 2023 when Tosu claimed a 3-2 home win.
- Six of the last seven head-to-head games have produced three goals or more.
- Tosu have lost four of their last five games in all competitions (one win).
- Kyoto's last four competitive games have produced less than three goals.
- Four of Tosu's last five games have produced under 2.5 goals.
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Sagan Tosu vs Kyoto Prediction
Both sides are mired in relegation troubles and are one point away from safety just past the mid-way point of the campaign. They are level on points, although Saturday's hosts have played one game fewer.
Sagan have won 10 of their 14 points at home, which is in contrast to Kyoto who have won 10 of their 14 points in games on their travels. This stat will come as good news for fans of Cho Kwi-jae's side, as they are currently on a four-game unbeaten run in all competitions, winning each of the last two.
This good run of form comes after Kyoto lost their prior five games on the bounce and an improved defensive record has been key to their upturn in fortune. The result here could be crucial in the relegation race and both sides will be wary of dropping points to a direct rival. We are backing the spoils to be shared in a low-scoring stalemate.
Prediction: Sagan Tosu 1-1 Tokyo
Sagan Tosu vs Kyoto Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: Draw
Tip 2 - Both teams to score
Tip 3 - Over 1.5 goals
