Giravanz Kitakyushu desperately need points on Saturday, Nov 7 at 6:00 AM in the J3 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

FC Gifu come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Giravanz Kitakyushu are struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), making this a relatively even contest on current form. FC Gifu head into this on the back of a defeat, while Giravanz Kitakyushu arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, FC Gifu face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Giravanz Kitakyushu have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Giravanz Kitakyushu won 0–1.

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