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🔥 Recent Form Urawa Red Diamonds head into this fixture as strong favorites, riding a 10-game unbeaten streak across all competitions. Their recent form has been consistent, with a sturdy backline and efficient midfield control. In contrast, Shonan Bellmare are languishing at the bottom of the table, having failed to win any of their last 11 league matches. While their attacking intent is visible, a leaky defense continues to cost them valuable points. 🔴 Urawa Red Diamonds Analysis (Home) Expected formation: 4-2-3-1 Goalkeeper Nishikawa remains the experienced anchor in goal, with Scholz and Hoibraten likely to feature at the heart of defense. Sakai and Ohata are expected to provide width from the full-back positions. In midfield, Ken Iwao and Koizumi offer balance and composure, while Thiago Santana will lead the line up front. Urawa have been particularly solid at home, collecting 21 points at Saitama Stadium this season. While not the most prolific attacking side, their disciplined structure and consistent pressing make them a formidable opponent. 🔵 Shonan Bellmare Analysis (Away) Expected formation: 3-4-2-1 Song Beom-keun will likely start in goal, with a back three that’s struggled to hold off opposition attacks this season. Veteran players like Tani and Ohashi may try to stabilize the midfield, while Brazilian forward Lukian remains their key threat in the final third. Shonan have conceded 34 goals so far, one of the worst defensive records in the league. Despite flashes of attacking promise, their inability to maintain defensive shape under pressure continues to hurt them. 🧠 Head-to-Head Urawa have been dominant in recent encounters, winning 4 of the last 6 matches against Shonan. Their strong home record adds further pressure on the visitors, who haven’t beaten Urawa away in over four years. 💡 Match Prediction With Urawa’s consistency and Shonan’s poor form, this fixture looks heavily tilted toward the home side. Expect a patient but controlled performance from Urawa, who may exploit Shonan’s disorganized defense. Betting Tip: Urawa to Win & Over 1.5 Goals Score Prediction: 3-1 or 2-0 Result Lean: Urawa Red Diamonds to win comfortably at home
