Vissel Kobe vs Gwangju FC Prediction: The Hosts Are Preferred Winners

The Misaki Park may not contain the excitement hauled by the eventuality of the first leg of the Round of 16 clash between Japanese domiciles Vissel Kobe and Korean locals Gwangju FC. Earlier in the league, Vessel took a two-goal win over Gwangju; who have gone on to prove themselves worthy of the silverware, working back to pitch themselves in this crucial spot.

Pundits expect a repeat performance, but that will be left if the visitors show the littlest form of complacency.

TEAM UPDATE - Vissel Kobe

Tournament Recent Form: L-W-L

Vissel Kobe has taken one win in the last three AFC Champions League games. Irrespective of the unsteady form of the side, they have managed to score in their games.

Vessel fell in the six-goal thriller against Shanghai Shenhua, scoring only two goals in the eventual 4-2 scoresheet reading.

Fans hope for the acumen of Tetsushi Yamakawa to help cushion the projected aggression, expecting to see his defensive strengths on the ground where he duels to neutralize all tricks of the opposition.

TEAM UPDATE - Gwangju FC

Tournament Recent Form: L-W-D-W-D

Gwangju FC stands tall as the only Korean side remaining in the prestigious competition, holding the reins in the 2-2 brawl against Thai League side Buriram United.

Jasir Asani has shown himself as one of the best players in the tournament single-handedly carrying his team on the back on several occasions.

Expert Betting Tips

This will be a brawl between two decent sides. While the begrudged visitors would diligently seek to balance the scales, the hosts would take time to suppress the scoreline. I don't expect many goals from this game.

+ Under 2.5 goals at 1.72 odds from Bet365.

+ BTTS -NO at 1.74 odds from Betway.

+ Victory for the hosts at 1.66 odds from 1xbet.