Vanraure Hachinohe desperately need points on Saturday, Apr 10 at 12:00 PM in the J2 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Vanraure Hachinohe come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Omiya Ardija, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Vanraure Hachinohe head into this on the back of a defeat, while Omiya Ardija arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Vanraure Hachinohe face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Omiya Ardija have won 4 of 4 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Vanraure Hachinohe won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.0 per game in recent meetings.

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