Yokohama F Marinos’ attack can unlock FC
Saturday’s Yokohama Derby has more on the line than just bragging rights, as both teams are under pressure at the lower end of the J1 League table. Yokohama F Marinos are rock bottom with only 14 points from 20 games, while Yokohama FC are also fighting for survival.
Our Yokohama FC vs Yokohama F Marinos prediction is that Hideo Oshima’s attacking philosophy is to play at a high tempo, with the ball and when out of possession, putting as many players forward as possible to press the opposition high up the field. In the 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 set-ups that he tends to employ, his team are always a danger to opposition defence, as the 18 league goals they have scored this season shows.
But defensive lapses have cost them too many points this term, hence the current position at the foot of the table, and their last three defeats in a row across all competitions. A 0-1 away defeat to Okayama was followed by a 0-2 exit from the Emperor’s Cup to ReinMeer Aomori.
FC may face tough test against Marinos in derby battle
This is a big game for both clubs in the battle against relegation, with anything other than a home win likely to create a crisis for the hosts. However, Marinos have no reason to expect anything other than a full-blooded effort from FC, who have typically struggled against their city rivals in the past.
The Yokohama FC vs Yokohama F Marinos odds reflect this as bookmakers have it right when quoting Marinos as odds-on favourites here and making FC an unfancied underdog with long odds.
This Yokohama FC vs Yokohama F Marinos preview highlights that Marinos have the quality to take the game to FC and should win, but have not had the best of defensive records themselves this year.
When considering Yokohama FC vs Yokohama F Marinos betting tips, the both teams to score market looks good here. For those focused on another Yokohama FC vs Yokohama F Marinos prediction, the attacking talent on both sides should ensure a lively contest.
