Our model gives Iwaki a 48% chance to win this one, against 28% for a draw and 24% for Albirex Niigata.

Both teams are projected to score in 45% of simulations, against 55% where at least one side is kept off the scoresheet.

The model leans toward over 2.5 total goals, giving it a 45% likelihood against 55% for under 2.5.

Looking at recent form across all competitions, Iwaki have gone over 2.5 goals in 2 of their last 2, and Albirex Niigata have done so in 1 of their last 2.