Albirex Niigata vs Tokushima Vortis: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Wednesday 6 May the J2 League brings Albirex Niigata against Tokushima Vortis at Denka Big Swan Stadium. Kick-off: 06:00 WAT. In the table, Albirex Niigata are 1st, leading the league, on 32 points after 16 matches; Tokushima Vortis are 15th (lower half) with 17. There are 15 points between them, and the seasons have gone in opposite directions.
Current form
Albirex Niigata, last 5: WLWWL Their latest outing: 2–1 win over Kamatamare Sanuki, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 3 won, 1 lost from 4. Goals for and against: 1.2 scored, 1.3 conceded per game.
Tokushima Vortis, last 5: LLWWW Their latest outing: 0–6 defeat to Ehime FC, at home. The attack is flying at 2.0 goals per game. Defensively they have kept 3 clean sheets in that run.
Momentum favours Tokushima Vortis, collecting 2.0 points per game to 1.5 for Albirex Niigata.
Head to head
When they last met (15 Feb 2026) it ended Tokushima Vortis 4–0 Albirex Niigata.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Albirex Niigata 1.3 xG, Tokushima Vortis 1.2 xG – a total near 2.5. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 45%, GG 54%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Albirex Niigata 37%, draw 27%, Tokushima Vortis 37%.
GG/NG: GG (54%) at 1.83.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Under 3.5 goals (76%, odds 1.22). Most likely score in line with that pick: Albirex Niigata 1–1 Tokushima Vortis. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Albirex Niigata37%fair 2.74 · @2.85
Draw27%fair 3.73 · @3.20
Tokushima Vortis37%fair 2.73 · @2.33
2.54Expected goals
1.34Albirex Niigata xG
1.20Tokushima Vortis xG
54%Both score
45%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–113%
1–011%
0–19%
2–18%
0–08%
1–28%
From our goals model: Albirex Niigata 1.3 – 1.2 Tokushima Vortis expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Team ratings (Betarazi)
Albirex Niigata
Tokushima Vortis
Attack vs J2 League average
+12%
-19%
Goals conceded vs average
+4%
-15%
Our expected goals here
1.33
1.01
Our own ratings from every J2 League result in the last 14 months, recent games counting more. Attack +20% = scores 20% more than an average side; goals conceded −20% = a tighter defence than average. They feed into every chance on this page.
What is the prediction for Albirex Niigata vs Tokushima Vortis?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.22.
Who will win Albirex Niigata vs Tokushima Vortis?
On our numbers Albirex Niigata have a 37% chance of winning, the draw 27% and Tokushima Vortis 37%.
How many goals will there be in Albirex Niigata vs Tokushima Vortis?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 45% likely and both teams score 54% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Albirex Niigata vs Tokushima Vortis?
Our predicted score is Albirex Niigata 1–1 Tokushima Vortis, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Albirex Niigata vs Tokushima Vortis?
Albirex Niigata vs Tokushima Vortis (J2 League) kicks off on Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 06:00 (West Africa Time) at Denka Big Swan Stadium.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.