Tochigi SC head into this fixture in inconsistent form, having recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses across their last 5 matches. Their displays have been mixed and consistency will be key if they are to take the three points.

Kitakyushu arrive in poor form, with 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses in their last 5 games. They face a tough task to halt that losing run on the road.

Based on recent form, both sides enter this fixture evenly matched on recent form.