Kofu's recent draws have still given opponents repeated clear looks, while Niigata can attack quickly through the left channel. Niigata's own defensive endings have also left second balls and restarts available. The decisive scoring sequence could arrive after the first equalizer, when both teams have shown routes to another useful attack.
Kofu's Naito can finish Takei's pass or a recycled wing delivery, and Niigata have allowed frequent shots on target and corners. At the other end, Wakatsuki and Iuri can run into the space around Kofu's back three. Endo started Kofu's last match but is suspended for this one, changing that defensive unit; Niigata have also shown they can score through Iuri after Moraes left a recent match.
A first goal need not close the game: Niigata recovered against Sendai, while Kofu answered at Oita and then failed to protect a lead at Imabari. Each side has a concrete route to the next finished chance. I'm backing more goals in Kofu against Albirex Niigata.
