Omiya Ardija welcome Ventforet Kofu on Saturday, Sep 26 at 10:00 AM in a J2 League fixture that's tighter on paper than the positions suggest — just 2 points split them in the table.

Omiya Ardija come into this fixture drawing too many games (3D in last 5). Ventforet Kofu travel in mixed form (2W 1D 2L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Despite playing at home, Omiya Ardija face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Ventforet Kofu have won 8 of 10 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Ventforet Kofu won 2–1.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Omiya Ardija a slight edge, but Ventforet Kofu are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.