TOKYO (Interstat) — A clash of J2 League extremes is set for Saturday as league powerhouse V-Varen Nagasaki travels to face relegation-threatened Ehime FC.

V-Varen Nagasaki enters the match with a formidable 22-5-15 league record, positioning them near the top of the table. In contrast, Ehime has struggled profoundly, managing only four wins against 24 losses and 13 draws this season. The form guide offers no surprises; Nagasaki is 6-2-2 in its last 10 matches across all competitions, while Ehime is 1-3-6 in the same span.

The teams played to a 1-1 draw in their most recent meeting on May 3. However, Interstat’s game simulator projects a repeat of that scoreline, suggesting Ehime may find a way to grind out a result at home.

Nagasaki looks to rebound from a 1-0 loss to Jubilo Iwata last Sunday. Ehime is also coming off a draw, having tied Kataller Toyama 1-1.

The match will be played at Ningineer Stadium in Matsuyama, Japan.