Machida Zelvia vs JEF Utd Chiba Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Machida Zelvia vs JEF Utd Chiba Prediction: 1-1

Machida Zelvia vs JEF Utd Chiba in the Japan J-League is scheduled for an 10:00 GMT kick-off on Friday February 27, 2026. A 1-1 result is our main prediction, but with both teams likely to score, BTTS is another strong betting choice.

This Machida Zelvia vs JEF Utd Chiba prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Machida Zelvia's Last Match – Tokyo Verdy vs Machida Zelvia

Machida Zelvia should win to turn things around after settling for a 2-2 Japan J-League draw against Tokyo Verdy on February 21. In that match, Machida Zelvia recorded 53% possession, firing 9 shots at goal, with 4 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Tokyo Verdy	47%	6 (2)	0.68	26
Machida Zelvia	53%	9 (4)	1.27	35

JEF Utd Chiba's Last Match – Mito Hollyhock vs JEF Utd Chiba

JEF Utd Chiba will be determined to find a winning touch after a 1-1 Japan J-League draw against Mito Hollyhock on February 22. In that match, JEF Utd Chiba had 55% possession and 6 attempts at goal, with 2 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Mito Hollyhock	45%	11 (7)	0.62	35
JEF Utd Chiba	55%	6 (2)	0.74	32

Machida Zelvia vs JEF Utd Chiba Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Machida Zelvia are averaging 2.4 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while JEF Utd Chiba average 1.9 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Machida Zelvia to win: @1.666

Draw: @3.5

JEF Utd Chiba to win: @5

Over 2.5 Goals: @1.9

Machida Zelvia Fixtures

JEF Utd Chiba Fixtures