Verdy vs Iwata tips and predictions

Not easy to separate sides in J1 League clash; stalemate up for debate

There's not much between Verdy and Iwata in the J1 League. The hosts are in 14th place with 13 points, compared to their opponents who are in 11th place on 14 points.

Any result is possible here. The draw is food for thought as far as this preview is concerned. The suspicion is that this will be tight. A goalless stalemate is the pick.

There have been some notable displays in defence by both sides. Creating something of a fortress when facing a strong attack, Verdy haven't conceded at all during their latest 3 matches and Iwata have only conceded 0.7 goals per game on average in their last 7 away matches.

In previous matches in this head-to-head 5 of the last 7 have ended in parity.

The match could develop into a battle of attrition with the two sides ultimately cancelling each other out. It isn't standout value but the No BTTS bet could be sensible.

Verdy have drawn their last 5 matches on their own soil, most recently when they drew 0-0 with Avispa Fukuoka at home last week. Iwata have drawn 2 of their last 3 away matches. Their most recent stalemate was when they shared the spoils with Yokohama F. Marinos last Friday. The conclusion is there's nothing to like about the home or away win prices. A deadlock awaits after what could be a tightly contested match-up.