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Sagan Tosu vs Ryukyu

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J2/J3 League Ekimae Real Estate Stadium, Tosu
Sagan Tosu Logo

Sagan Tosu

Sat, May 23, 2026
2 - 3
05:00 AM
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Ryukyu

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Match Events

56'
Sub
Funabashi Y. In: Araki R.
Out: Funabashi Y.
62' Event
Nishizawa K.
Assist: Shiohama R.
66'
Sub
Sakamoto K. In: Yoshino K.
Out: Sakamoto K.
Summary Win Prob Goals Form H2H Tactics Players Indices Predictions Timeline Accuracy Compare

AI Match Summary

The J2/J3 League game between Sagan Tosu and Ryukyu finished 2-3, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Ryukyu.

Win Probability Meter

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

46%
Sagan Tosu
15%
Draws
39%
Ryukyu
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Sagan Tosu

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

46% / Medium Confidence
  • Look at the last few games and Sagan Tosu come out ahead of Ryukyu on wins alone.
  • Model puts this one close, with a 39% draw probability.
  • This is a straightforward league game — the season-long numbers should hold up.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
  • Ryukyu have won 2 of the last 3 meetings between these two.

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 82%
Over 2.5 Goals 78%
Over 3.5 Goals 31.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 14%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 70.6%
Sagan Tosu Clean Sheet 20%
Ryukyu Clean Sheet 10%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Sagan Tosu Ryukyu
Matches Played 29 29
Wins 15 11
Draws 2 1
Losses 12 17
Goals Scored 1.62 1.24
Goals Conceded 1.07 1.62
Expected Goals (xG) 1.56 1.13
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

May 23, 2026 J2/J3 League
Sagan Tosu vs Ryukyu
2:3
Feb 8, 2026 J2/J3 League
Ryukyu vs Sagan Tosu
3:2
Sep 3, 2016 Emperors Cup
Sagan Tosu vs Ryukyu
3:1

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Sagan Tosu Compare

Top Goalscorer Nishizawa K.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Yoshino K.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.2
Avg xA / game 0.78

Ryukyu Compare

Top Goalscorer Tomidokoro Y.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Sota K.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.03
Avg xA / game 0.63

SokaPicks Momentum Index

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

Sagan Tosu 31 / 100
Ryukyu 30 / 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
Sagan Tosu Ryukyu

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Sagan Tosu Win (1)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 2:1
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

SokaPicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Attacking prowess: Sagan Tosu scored in 83% of their last 29 outings.

Ryukyu's defensive record shows goals conceded in 83% of 29 matches.

Historical meetings average 4.67 goals per match.

Solid form: Sagan Tosu remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.

Scoring Trends

Sagan Tosu VS Ryukyu
1.63 Goals Scored 1.38
0.88 Goals Conceded 1.5
75% Over 1.5 75%
50% Over 2.5 75%
38% Over 3.5 25%

Recent Form & Match History

Sagan Tosu

(Home)
19 Sept
Sagan Tosu
1 : 3
Iwaki
12 Sept
Imabari
1 : 0
Sagan Tosu
05 Sept
Sagan Tosu
2 : 0
Tegevajaro Miyazaki
02 Sept
Nara Club
1 : 2
Sagan Tosu
29 Aug
Yokohama FC
2 : 2
Sagan Tosu
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Ryukyu

(Away)
20 Sept
Reilac Shiga
3 : 0
Ryukyu
13 Sept
Ryukyu
1 : 0
Kamatamare Sanuki
09 Sept
Ryukyu
3 : 0
Giravanz Kitakyushu
05 Sept
Kagoshima United
2 : 1
Ryukyu
02 Sept
Ryukyu
2 : 3
Yokohama FC
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League Standings (Group 1)

Pos Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Vegalta Sendai 18 16 0 2 37:15 43
2 Blaublitz 18 11 0 7 23:16 35
3 Shonan Bellmare 18 11 0 7 28:20 31
4 Yokohama FC 18 10 0 8 36:28 29
5 SC Sagamihara 18 9 0 9 33:36 28
6 Thespakusatsu Gunma 18 7 0 11 27:39 23
7 Montedio Yamagata 18 8 0 10 22:25 22
8 Tochigi City 18 7 0 11 22:35 21
9 Vanraure 17 5 0 12 16:23 18
10 Tochigi SC 17 5 0 12 24:31 17
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Play Offs)
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Placement Play Offs)

League Standings (Group 2)

Pos Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Kofu 17 11 0 6 20:12 33
2 Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 18 11 0 7 28:22 31
3 Iwaki 18 11 0 7 26:20 31
4 Omiya Ardija 18 10 0 8 39:29 30
5 Fujieda MYFC 18 9 0 9 24:23 30
6 Gifu 17 9 0 8 23:25 27
7 Matsumoto Yamaga 18 8 0 10 33:25 26
8 Iwata 18 9 0 9 20:25 25
9 Fukushima United 18 6 0 12 30:43 18
10 Nagano Parceiro 18 5 0 13 17:36 16
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Play Offs)
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Placement Play Offs)

League Standings (Group 3)

Pos Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Toyama 18 13 0 5 40:26 38
2 Albirex Niigata 18 12 0 6 24:19 35
3 Tokushima 18 11 0 7 38:23 32
4 Kochi United 18 10 0 8 25:23 30
5 Ehime 18 9 0 9 26:20 28
6 Kanazawa 18 10 0 8 20:23 27
7 Nara Club 18 7 0 11 27:36 21
8 FC Osaka 18 6 0 12 18:23 20
9 Imabari 18 6 0 12 15:21 20
10 Kamatamare Sanuki 18 6 0 12 15:34 19
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Play Offs)
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Placement Play Offs)

League Standings (Group 4)

Pos Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Tegevajaro Miyazaki 18 15 0 3 35:13 47
2 Kagoshima United 18 12 0 6 27:16 33
3 Sagan Tosu 18 10 0 8 26:18 32
4 Renofa Yamaguchi 18 10 0 8 27:24 29
5 Kumamoto 18 9 0 9 21:21 27
6 Gainare Tottori 18 10 0 8 24:25 27
7 Oita Trinita 18 7 0 11 19:20 22
8 Reilac Shiga 18 7 0 11 16:29 21
9 Ryukyu 18 6 0 12 17:28 17
10 Giravanz Kitakyushu 18 4 0 14 17:35 15
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Play Offs)
Promotion - J2/J3 League (Placement Play Offs)