Ehime FC vs JEF United Chiba: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 20 Sep '25)

The much-anticipated clash in the J.League 2 is set to unfold on Saturday, the 20th of September, at a time convenient for fans and enthusiasts alike. A fascinating duel awaits as Ehime FC takes on JEF United Chiba. But what do the stats unveil about these two teams, and who do they favor as the victor?

If we delve into the recent tête-à-têtes, JEF United Chiba has emerged victorious each time over the last three encounters, claiming a clean sweep with a record of three wins and scoring zero draws or losses against Ehime FC. Their most recent encounter was a commanding 5-1 home victory for JEF United Chiba on Sunday, March 16th.

Shifting focus to momentum, Ehime FC approaches this fixture on the back of narrow 2-3 defeat to Blaublitz Akita. Meanwhile, JEF United Chiba is reeling from a 1-2 loss at the hands of Renofa Yamaguchi FC. This variance in recent form is further reflected in the league tables, where Ehime FC languishes in the 20th position while JEF United Chiba holds a commendable 3rd spot.

Both teams boast unique talents with individual brilliance; Ehime FC's offensive threat lies with Y. Fujimoto—credited with four goals this season. Conversely, JEF United Chiba relies heavily on T. Taguchi's creative prowess, as he leads the team with four assists. Key player ratings highlight Fuma Shirasaka, Shunsuke Tanimoto, and Hidemasa Koda as Ehime FC's main contributors, all boasting ratings above the threshold of 6.9. JEF United Chiba matches this with José Aurelio Suárez, Eduardo, and Daisuke Suzuki leading their pack with slightly superior ratings.

Possession and set-piece stats offer additional intrigue. Ehime FC holds 47.3% possession on average, while JEF United Chiba edges slightly ahead at 48.1%. If corner stats can lend insight into the match tempo, then Ehime FC's average of 4.03 corners contrasts closely with JEF United Chiba's 4.24 per game. Discipline also weighs heavily, particularly with card stats, where Ehime Fc has collected 30 yellow cards, 1 red card, and conceded no penalty goals, while JEF United Chiba has accrued 35 yellow cards, 1 red card, and two penalty setbacks.

Taking all these factors into account, including overall performance trends and historical data, JEF United Chiba stands anticipated to claim victory once again in this exciting matchup.