Vanraure Hachinohe desperately need points on Saturday, Nov 21 at 6:00 AM in the J2 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Ventforet Kofu come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Vanraure Hachinohe travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Ventforet Kofu and Vanraure Hachinohe have split their 1 meetings almost evenly (0W–0D–1W). Their last encounter ended in Vanraure Hachinohe won 1–0.

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