FC Imabari desperately need points on Monday, May 3 at 12:00 PM in the J2 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

FC Imabari come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Tokushima Vortis, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. FC Imabari won their last outing, while Tokushima Vortis suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — FC Imabari and Tokushima Vortis have split their 5 meetings almost evenly (2W–1D–2W). Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw.

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