Ehime FC host Kagoshima United on Saturday, Apr 24 at 12:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the J3 League, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Ehime FC come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Kagoshima United, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Ehime FC and Kagoshima United have split their 8 meetings almost evenly (3W–1D–4W). Their last encounter ended in Ehime FC won 0–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

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