This match is part of the second round of the Emperor's Cup, where Akita Blue Lightning, playing at home, faces Iwaki FC. The two teams have only met three times in the past, and Iwaki FC, playing away, was promoted to J2 League in the 2023 season. From a strength analysis perspective, there seems to be a certain gap between the two teams. However, in the 2023 season, Akita Blue Lightning won 2 times and drew 1 time in their home matches against Iwaki. Both teams have a draw rate of 0%! Can there be a winner in this match?

In the last round, Akita Blue Lightning faced Kumamoto Deep Reds at home. Despite having the advantage, they conceded the first goal to the visiting Kumamoto, and only managed to equalize the score in the second half. This team is not particularly proficient in attack, with only 1 win, 6 draws, and 3 losses in their last 10 league matches, and a draw rate of only 20%. Moreover, their home win rate is only 22.2%. Overall data analysis also reflects that this team mainly focuses on defense. It's not advisable to be overly optimistic about them.

Iwaki FC, playing away, is also in their second season in J2 League. Based on last season's data, they finished 18th in the league, just 8 points ahead of the relegation zone. Last season's performance was not ideal. However, looking at the team's performance this season, they have won 4, drawn 2, and lost 4 of their last 10 matches, with a draw rate of 30%! Their away win rate is 44%, placing them 6th in the league. In this match, there is more confidence in Iwaki's ability to score points away.

Data Analysis: The initial odds opened with a draw, and subsequent data adjustments have not been significant, with the home odds consistently remaining low. In such circumstances, it is advisable to have more confidence in Iwaki, the away team.