Montedio Yamagata vs Tochigi tips and predictions

Separating the pair proves a struggle

Any eventuality could happen here. The draw looks interesting.

The analysis cannot find value in picking a winner at the prices available but given the hosts' recent defensive record on their own patch, there could be goals in this one. Having been a bit leaky at home, Montedio Yamagata have conceded at an average of 1.7 goals per game over their last 7 matches

No one will be surprised if one of these sides tries to keep things very tight in a match that could get attritional. The BTTS Yes, while not massive value, will provide some fun until the final whistle.

Montedio Yamagata have drawn 4 of their last 10 matches, including their most recent match when they drew 1-1 with Vegalta Sendai last week. Tochigi have drawn 7 of their last 16 matches. Their most recent tied match was when they drew with Grulla Morioka last Sunday. The conclusion is there's nothing to like about the home or away win prices. Stalemate beckons after a game that could produce end-to-end stuff.