Albirex Niigata vs FC Tokyo Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 03 May 2025

Few Goals Expected

The best strategy could be to back Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market at a price of -150. This looks like a standout wager, with Albirex Niigata and Tokyo set to contest a low-scoring contest.

Tokyo 2-0 Winners in Previous H2H

Albirex Niigata triumphed in their last game which was away from home. Sanfrecce Hiroshima were beaten 1-0 at EDION Stadium Hiroshima. Daisuke Kimori's side enjoyed 48% possession and two shots on target, with Miguel Silveira dos Santos scoring a late winner.

FC Tokyo lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Shimizu S-Pulse by a 2-0 scoreline at Ajinomoto Stadium. The Gas Men enjoyed 55% possession and managed five shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Tokyo have won the last two encounters against Albi. When hosting at Japan National Stadium, there was a 2-0 scoreline and that came after a 3-1 away win at Denka Big Swan Stadium. We’ve seen Tokyo claim three wins in the past 4 H2H games, with one draw also taking place.

J1 League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
15	FC Tokyo	28	8	7	13	30	42	-12	30:42	31
20	Albirex Niigata	28	4	8	16	27	48	-21	27:48	20

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2 wins, 3 losses and 5 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 7.9 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal. Albi have had 52.9% possession and 4.4 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.2 goals from 8.6 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.3 corners.

Motoki Hasegawa leads the way with 4 goals, Ken Yamura has 3, with Miguel Silveira dos Santos and two others on 1. The top assist makers are Motoki Hasegawa, Yuji Ono and Kento Hashimoto, all of whom have 1 on the board.

Tokyo have 1 victory, 5 defeats and 4 draws, averaging 9.0 attempts, 3.8 shots on goal and 0.7 goals. The Chōfu outfit average 51.6% possession, 3.7 corners in their favour and 4.6 corners against, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 4.1 shots on goal and 8.5 attempts.

Kein Sato is top of the team’s scoring charts with 2, while Kota Tawaratsumida, Takahiro Koh, Teruhito Nakagawa and Henrique have 1. Kei Koizumi, Kento Hashimoto and Takahiro Koh have been the top assists providers with 1 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Albirex Niigata confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Daisuke Yoshimitsu (GK), Soya Fujiwara, Jason Geria, Hayato Inamura, Yuto Horigome, Yota Komi, Taiki Arai, Hiroki Akiyama, Jin Okumura, Motoki Hasegawa, Yuji Ono.

FC Tokyo confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Taishi Brandon Nozawa (GK), Kanta Doi, Seiji Kimura, Henrique, Kei Koizumi, Takahiro Koh, Kento Hashimoto, Keita Endo, Kein Sato, Kota Tawaratsumida, Marcelo Ryan.

Albirex Niigata vs FC Tokyo Prediction & Betting Tips

The price of -150 looks particularly appealing when it comes to wagering Under 2.5 for this J1 League showdown. It’s expected that these teams could be set to play out a low-scoring clash.

The football experts at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news. We also use a form guide for our betting tips along with checking out the stats that are going to help inform our final decision.

Key Albirex Niigata vs FC Tokyo league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Albirex games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Albirex games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Albirex games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Tokyo games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Tokyo games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Tokyo games on the road.

Under 2.5 Probability

The bookies are estimating that there is a 60% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, we think that the probability is close to 70% taking all factors into consideration. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

Bettors looking for a larger price for a similar selection have the opportunity to wager on Under 1.5 Goals, with a return on the cards if there is one goal or less scored by the full-time whistle.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Albirex 1 - 1 Tokyo

One bet that has caught our eye is a 1-1 correct score draw. This selection is available at +510 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.

Corners Prediction

Albirex Under 5.5 Corners -150

Albirex Niigata have failed to cover the 5.5 corners line in five straight games, with Tokyo conceding under 5.5 corners in the past two matches. There’s a chance to go under the Albi Team Corners line and we’re confident this will happen, with odds of -150 on offer.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Albirex

Total

8.70 4.40 4.30

Home

10.40 6.10 4.30

Away

7.60 3.70 3.90

Tokyo

Total

8.30 3.70 4.60

Home

8.90 4.80 4.10

Away

8.20 3.30 4.90

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Albirex Niigata vs FC Tokyo Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Full-Time Odds Suggest Albi Victory

Bookies favourites Albirex Niigata are regarded as the likeliest winners for this J1 League game and the +112 about them triumphing means a 47% chance of winning based on their current betting odds. Tokyo are the +230 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

A low-scoring game will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds.

To combine various J1 League selections within the same match, you will find football betting sites offer a Bet Builder. Start adding the picks you fancy until you’re happy with the overall payout.

Full-Time Result

1

+112

X

+235

2

+230

Half-Time Result

1

+180

X

+102

2

+290

Double Chance

1X

-333

12

-333

X2

-147

Draw No Bet

1

-189

2

+132

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-120

2 Hcp +0.25

-108

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-159

Over 2.5

+123

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-105

No

-133

Albirex Niigata vs FC Tokyo Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Albirex vs Tokyo team news.

The J1 League squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

Albirex Niigata Team Page FC Tokyo Team Page