Nagoya Grampus Eight desperately need points on Saturday, Mar 20 at 12:00 PM in the J1 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Nagoya Grampus Eight come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5). Vissel Kobe, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (5W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Nagoya Grampus Eight head into this on the back of a defeat, while Vissel Kobe arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Nagoya Grampus Eight face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Vissel Kobe have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Nagoya Grampus Eight won 2–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Vissel Kobe arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Nagoya Grampus Eight. Vissel Kobe to win.