Avispa Fukuoka desperately need points today 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 (1W 4L in last 5). Mito Hollyhock, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 2D 1L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Avispa Fukuoka head into this on the back of a defeat, while Mito Hollyhock arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 10 previous meetings, Avispa Fukuoka lead 4–2 with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Mito Hollyhock won 0–1.

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