J1 League Gameweek 14
JEF United Chiba vs NS Mito Hollyhock
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Futmetrix Verdict
46
FT
Sun, Nov 1
Racing Santander
0-3
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
48
⚖️ Balance
11
🏆 Stakes
49
🎲 Upset
0
Three early blows, one late reprieve denied
Futmetrix Verdict
19
Deportivo La Coruna
vs
Osasuna
Mon, Nov 2 • 20:00 UTC
⚡ Form
36
⚖️ Balance
66
🏆 Stakes
10
⭐ Stars
49
Same points, different defensive questions
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2026 | Mito Hollyhock | 1 - 1 (PEN 5-3) | JEF United Chiba | J1 League | K's Denki Stadium Mito |
| 10/19/2025 | Mito Hollyhock | 0 - 1 | JEF United Chiba | J2 League | Best Denki Stadium |
| 04/05/2025 | JEF United Chiba | 2 - 1 | Mito Hollyhock | J2 League | Fukuda Denshi Arena |
| 09/07/2024 | JEF United Chiba | 4 - 0 | Mito Hollyhock | J2 League | Fukuda Denshi Arena |
| 03/24/2024 | Mito Hollyhock | 0 - 0 | JEF United Chiba | J2 League | K’s Denki Stadium |
| 10/08/2023 | JEF United Chiba | 1 - 1 | Mito Hollyhock | J2 League | Fukuda Denshi Arena |
02/22/2026
10/19/2025
04/05/2025
09/07/2024
03/24/2024
10/08/2023
JEF United Chiba Win
Mito Hollyhock Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 13 GD: +23
P: 13 GD: +22
P: 13 GD: +20
P: 13 GD: +10
P: 13 GD: +9
P: 13 GD: +7
P: 13 GD: +5
P: 13 GD: +6
P: 13 GD: -6
P: 13 GD: -6
P: 13 GD: -6
P: 13 GD: -10
P: 13 GD: -12
P: 13 GD: -6
P: 13 GD: -5
P: 13 GD: -7
P: 13 GD: -11
P: 13 GD: -9
P: 13 GD: -13
Match Preview
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
JEF United Chiba
Mito Hollyhock
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
The bottom two have no room to drift
With 18th-place JEF United Chiba just one point above 19th-place Mito Hollyhock, this regular-season meeting could reshape the survival fight.
The Setup
On 8 November 2026, JEF United Chiba welcome Mito Hollyhock to Fukuda Denshi Arena. Both have played 13 matches: JEF have 10 points and Mito have nine. This is a genuine six-pointer in the relegation battle. JEF have scored 15 goals and Mito 12, while 24 and 25 conceded respectively show how exposed both defences have been. JEF's recent run is one win, two draws and two defeats. Mito arrive after five straight losses.
Form: Mito's slide is the clearest warning, while JEF have at least avoided a five-match collapse. Balance: the table is tight, though home advantage gives JEF an edge. Stakes: a win would bring valuable breathing room in the lower-table fight. Stars:Erison is JEF's clearest attacking spark.
Key Battle
The tactical question is whether JEF's front line can pin Mito back without leaving space behind. Mito concede 2.3 goals per away match, so JEF should target that weakness with quick attacks and pressure on second balls. But JEF concede 1.2 per game themselves; pushing forward could give Mito openings at the other end. This is a unit-versus-unit battle between JEF's attack and Mito's defence, not a duel built around one named player.
Our Expected Outcome
JEF are the likelier winners. If they keep the pressure on, Mito's defence may struggle to shake off the nerves of a five-match losing run. Mito can still find a goal against a JEF side that gives up chances, but the home side should create enough to edge it. Our call is JEF United Chiba 2-1 Mito Hollyhock.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Skip it for spectacle; stay if a tight survival scrap and the table's tension are enough for you.
What outcome do we expect?
JEF United Chiba to win 2-1, with pressure on Mito's defence proving decisive.
Where are JEF United Chiba and Mito Hollyhock in the league table?
JEF are 18th on 10 points; Mito are 19th on nine.
What is Mito Hollyhock's current form?
Mito have lost five consecutive matches.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Erison of JEF United Chiba has 1 goal and 2 assists in 5 matches, averaging a 6.7 rating.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.