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Japan U18 vs Ukraine U18 - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions

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Friendly International
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Match Events

31' Event
Goch O.
47' Event
Takeuchi Y.
90' Event
Inouchi R.

AI Match Summary

The Friendly International game between Japan U18 and Ukraine U18 finished 2-1, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Japan U18.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

48%
Japan U18
15%
Draws
37%
Ukraine U18
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Japan U18

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

15% / Low Confidence
  • Japan U18 carry the better recent record into this one.
  • Win probability leans Japan U18's way, sitting at 42%.
  • Regular Friendly International form gives a decent read on both sides.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 98%
Over 1.5 Goals 87.5%
Over 2.5 Goals 78%
Over 3.5 Goals 70%
Over 4.5 Goals 32%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 72.2%
Japan U18 Clean Sheet 16%
Ukraine U18 Clean Sheet 10%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Japan U18 Ukraine U18
Matches Played 27 28
Wins 15 14
Draws 2 5
Losses 10 9
Goals Scored 1.85 1.68
Goals Conceded 1.41 1.21
Expected Goals (xG) 1.63 1.46
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Sep 23, 2026 Friendly International
Japan U18 vs Ukraine U18
2:1
May 18, 2020 Slovakia Cup
Japan U18 vs Ukraine U18
0:0
Apr 27, 2012 Slovakia Cup
Ukraine U18 vs Japan U18
4:2

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Japan U18 Compare

Top Goalscorer Takeuchi Y.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Inouchi R.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.25
Avg xA / game 0.81

Ukraine U18 Compare

Top Goalscorer Goch O.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.33
Avg xA / game 0.81

SokaPicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Japan U18 41 / 100
Ukraine U18 36 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Japan U18 Ukraine U18

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Draw (X)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 2:2
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

SokaPicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Japan U18's goal record stands at 85% scoring rate across 27 recent games.

Defensive concern: Ukraine U18 conceded in 64% of 28 recent games.

These sides typically produce 3.00 goals when they meet.

Solid form: Japan U18 remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.

Scoring Trends

Japan U18 VS Ukraine U18
2 Goals Scored 1.5
1.43 Goals Conceded 1.25
100% Over 1.5 75%
71% Over 2.5 38%
43% Over 3.5 25%

Recent Form & Match History

Japan U18

(Home)
27 Sept
France U18
1 : 3
Japan U18
25 Sept
Austria U18
2 : 1
Japan U18
23 Sept
Japan U18
2 : 1
Ukraine U18
21 Dec
Japan U18
2 : 0
Australia U18
20 Dec
Japan U18
2 : 4
Spain U19
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Ukraine U18

(Away)
27 Sept
Ukraine U18
4 : 1
Austria U18
25 Sept
France U18
1 : 0
Ukraine U18
23 Sept
Japan U18
2 : 1
Ukraine U18
09 Jun
Turkey U18
0 : 1
Ukraine U18
06 Jun
Ukraine U18
1 : 1
Norway U18
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