Euro 2020 and Copa America have already begun and the football fans will be focusing mainly on these tournaments. However, Japan J-League is also undergoing and this weekend we will take a look at some interesting upcoming fixtures.
Two teams, who are performing quite similarly throughout the season, face each other this weekend when Avispa Fukuoka host Vissel Kobe at their Level-5 stadium.
The home side are just one point above their opponents and will do their best to increase the distance. Vissel Kobe have a game in hand, which means they have a good chance of leapfrogging Avispa Fukuoka.
The struggling team of Kashiwa Reysol travel to face Sanfrecce this Saturday.
The hosts will be aiming to continue their 3 matches unbeaten run when they meet their off-form opponent. Kashiwa Reysol are threatened with relegation and cannot afford to make any more mistakes, as we are already halfway through the campaign.
Kashima Antlers host the inconsistent side of Vegalta Senda at their Kashima Soccer Stadium this Sunday.
The Antlers are enjoying a splendid run of 4 straight home wins, which they will be striving to extend in the upcoming round. Vegalta Sendai are currently 2nd in the relegation zone and still have a lot of work to do in order to remain in the league.
Urawa Red Diamonds continue their quest for a spot in top 2 this weekend when they face Shonan Bellmare.
The home side are showing solid results so far and will do their best to remain in top form. Shonan Bellmare have lost just 1 of their last 6 encounters, although they seem to be struggling to record wins recently and will desperately need to improve their form, if they want to move up the table.