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Renofa Yamaguchi vs Kagoshima United

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J2/J3 League Ishin Me-Life Stadium
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AI Match Summary

Renofa Yamaguchi play Kagoshima United in the J2/J3 League. It looks like a close match. Recently, Renofa Yamaguchi averaged 1.4 goals scored and 1.3 conceded. Kagoshima United averaged 1.43 goals scored and 1.03 conceded. In past meetings, Renofa Yamaguchi won 3, Kagoshima United won 1, and they drew 1. Their last match on Apr 18, 2026 ended 2:1. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.50 for Renofa Yamaguchi and 1.38 for Kagoshima United. This points to a Kagoshima United double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

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

42%
Renofa Yamaguchi
15%
Draws
43%
Kagoshima United
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Kagoshima United

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

69% / Medium Confidence
  • Renofa Yamaguchi picked up more points recently compared to Kagoshima United.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.50 vs 1.38 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the visitors.
  • Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 63%
Over 2.5 Goals 51%
Over 3.5 Goals 31%
Over 4.5 Goals 15%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 54%
Renofa Yamaguchi Clean Sheet 17%
Kagoshima United Clean Sheet 10%
First Half Goal 57%
Second Half Goal 60%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Renofa Yamaguchi Kagoshima United
Matches Played 30 30
Wins 15 17
Draws 2 3
Losses 13 10
Goals Scored 1.4 1.43
Goals Conceded 1.3 1.03
Expected Goals (xG) 1.88 1.25
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.50 1.13

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Apr 18, 2026 J2/J3 League
Renofa Yamaguchi vs Kagoshima United
2:1
Feb 22, 2026 J2/J3 League
Kagoshima United vs Renofa Yamaguchi
1:0
Jul 6, 2024 J2 League
Renofa Yamaguchi vs Kagoshima United
1:0
Apr 28, 2024 J2 League
Kagoshima United vs Renofa Yamaguchi
0:1
Oct 20, 2019 J2 League
Kagoshima United vs Renofa Yamaguchi
0:0

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Renofa Yamaguchi Compare

Top Goalscorer Furukawa D.
2 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.45
Avg xA / game 0.94

Kagoshima United Compare

Avg xG / game 1.14
Avg xA / game 0.69

Sokapicks Momentum Index

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

Renofa Yamaguchi 41 / 100
Kagoshima United 41 / 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
Renofa Yamaguchi Kagoshima United

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: Kagoshima United or Draw (X2)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Draw (HT)
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +23.5%
2.94
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +13.2%
2.22
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Renofa Yamaguchi attacking → ← attacking Kagoshima United

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Renofa Yamaguchi scored in 77% of their last 30 games.

Kagoshima United let in goals in 73% of their last 30 matches.

Games between these two average 1.20 goals.

Renofa Yamaguchi went unbeaten in 2 of their last 5 games.

Kagoshima United lost 1 of their last 5 games.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

47 Points in last 5 54
1.88 Goals expected (xG) 1.25
1.50 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 1.13

League Standings

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PosTeam P W D L GD Pts
1Tegevajaro Miyazaki18150335:1347
2Kagoshima United18120627:1633
3Sagan Tosu18100826:1832
4Renofa Yamaguchi18100827:2429
5Kumamoto1890921:2127
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