Kyoto Sanga vs Albirex Niigata - J-League
Fixture Preview - 5 July 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Kyoto Sanga will host Albirex Niigata at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera on Saturday, 5 July, with kickoff set for 11:00. The home side is enjoying a solid run of form, having secured three wins and two draws in their last five matches. In contrast, Albirex Niigata is struggling, with just one draw and four losses in their recent outings. This disparity in form could play a significant role in the match, as Kyoto looks to capitalize on their home advantage. Historically, Kyoto has had the upper hand in their encounters with Albirex, winning five of the last ten meetings and remaining unbeaten in their last four home games against them. With odds of 1.8 for a home win and 1.85 for over 2.5 goals, it seems likely that Kyoto will not only aim for victory but also look to exploit Albirex's defensive vulnerabilities. Given the current trajectory of both teams, a home win with a scoreline featuring multiple goals could be on the cards, making the over 2.5 goals bet an appealing option.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Kashiwa Reysol | 27 | 14 | 8 | 5 | 50 |
| 4 |  Vissel Kobe | 28 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 50 |
| 5 |  Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 28 | 15 | 4 | 9 | 49 |
| 6 |  Kyoto Sanga | 26 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 48 |
| 7 |  Urawa Reds | 27 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 44 |
| 8 |  Kawasaki Frontale | 27 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 42 |
| 9 |  Fagiano Okayama | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 39 |
| 10 |  Cerezo Osaka | 27 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 38 |
| 11 |  Avispa Fukuoka | 27 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 37 |
| 12 |  Gamba Osaka | 28 | 11 | 4 | 13 | 37 |
| 13 |  Shimizu S-Pulse | 27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 32 |
| 14 |  Tokyo Verdy | 27 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 31 |
| 15 |  FC Tokyo | 26 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 30 |
| 16 |  Nagoya Grampus | 27 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 28 |
| 17 |  Yokohama F. Marinos | 27 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 25 |
| 18 |  Shonan Bellmare | 27 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 25 |
| 19 |  Yokohama | 27 | 6 | 4 | 17 | 22 |
| 20 |  Albirex Niigata | 27 | 4 | 8 | 15 | 20 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 5, 2025 | Kyoto Sanga | 2–1 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| April 19, 2025 | Albirex Niigata | 1–2 | Kyoto Sanga | J-League |
| August 12, 2024 | Albirex Niigata | 2–0 | Kyoto Sanga | J-League |
| April 20, 2024 | Kyoto Sanga | 0–1 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| October 28, 2023 | Kyoto Sanga | 0–1 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| June 11, 2023 | Albirex Niigata | 1–3 | Kyoto Sanga | J-League |
| September 19, 2010 | Albirex Niigata | 1–1 | Kyoto Sanga | J-League |
| August 7, 2010 | Kyoto Sanga | 0–2 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| August 23, 2008 | Kyoto Sanga | 1–0 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| April 19, 2008 | Albirex Niigata | 1–0 | Kyoto Sanga | J-League |