Consadole Sapporo desperately need points on Saturday, Dec 12 at 5:45 AM in the J2 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Consadole Sapporo come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Kataller Toyama, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 1D 1L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

History strongly favours Consadole Sapporo here — they've won 7 of 10 previous meetings against Kataller Toyama, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Kataller Toyama won 0–2.

Verdict: Kataller Toyama's quality should tell even on the road. Consadole Sapporo will push, but the visitors have too much class. Kataller Toyama to win.