Avispa Fukuoka desperately need points on Sunday, May 9 at 12:00 PM in the J1 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Avispa Fukuoka come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Kyoto Sanga FC, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Avispa Fukuoka head into this on the back of a defeat, while Kyoto Sanga FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Avispa Fukuoka and Kyoto Sanga FC have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (4W–2D–4W). Their last encounter ended in Avispa Fukuoka won 1–2.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Avispa Fukuoka a slight edge, but Kyoto Sanga FC are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.