Vissel Kobe vs Ratchaburi match summary and prediction — AFC Champions League Elite
Our model makes Vissel Kobe the pick at 59% for Vissel Kobe vs Ratchaburi. Form trajectory, comparison data, head-to-head and the reasoning behind the call.
The fixture at a glance
Ratchaburi travel to Vissel Kobe on 3 November 2026 at Noevir Stadium Kobe, Kobe. Vissel Kobe are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 59%. This league phase 4 fixture in AFC Champions League Elite is listed as Vissel Kobe - Ratchaburi. Kick-off is 10:00 UTC.
Recent form and trajectory
Vissel Kobe: they come in on the back of a win, following two wins, one draw and one defeat before that. That is three wins, one draw and one defeat from the last five, worth 10 points. Across those five they scored seven and conceded two, with four clean sheets. That is reflected in a form rating of 56.0 out of 100, and they sit 2nd on a goal difference of +4.
Ratchaburi: they come in on the back of a win, following two wins, one draw and one defeat before that. That is three wins, one draw and one defeat from the last five, worth 10 points. Across those five they scored twelve and conceded seven, with one clean sheet. That is reflected in a form rating of 27.6 out of 100, and they sit 13th on a goal difference of -3.
Comparison data
| Statistic | Vissel Kobe | Ratchaburi |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 2nd | 13th |
| Goal difference | +4 | -3 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | WDLWW | WDLWW |
| Points from last 5 | 10 | 10 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 7 / 2 | 12 / 7 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 4 | 1 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 56.0 | 27.6 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 59% | 18% |
Key match insights
- Pre-match form ratings: Vissel Kobe 56.0 versus Ratchaburi 27.6, a gap of 28.4, which aligns with the model's favourite.
- Table gap: Eleven places separate them, the kind of margin that usually shows in the first twenty minutes.
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 4.20, over 2.5 goals at 66% and both teams to score at 63%.
- First goal: Leans Vissel Kobe's way at 66%.
The call
The model leans firmly towards Vissel Kobe at 59%, a gap of 35 percentage points to the next outcome. The goals line points to over 2.5 goals. Baseline expectation tilts Vissel Kobe's way, especially at Noevir Stadium Kobe.
Everything here is model output and a reading of the form rather than a guarantee — the probabilities are published in full so the reasoning behind the call is visible.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Vissel Kobe or Ratchaburi?
Vissel Kobe, with an implied win probability of roughly 59%. The full split is 59% Vissel Kobe, 24% the draw and 18% Ratchaburi.
When and where is Vissel Kobe vs Ratchaburi being played?
3 November 2026 at Noevir Stadium Kobe, Kobe, kick-off 10:00 UTC.
Have Vissel Kobe and Ratchaburi met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of Vissel Kobe and Ratchaburi?
Vissel Kobe have taken 10 points from their last five (WDLWW), Ratchaburi 10 from theirs (WDLWW). Most recently Vissel Kobe took a 1-0 win away at Daejeon Citizen and Ratchaburi a 5-2 win away at Sisaket United.
How many goals are expected in Vissel Kobe vs Ratchaburi?
The model's combined scoring line is 4.20 — 1.80 for Vissel Kobe and 2.40 for Ratchaburi. It rates over 2.5 goals at 66%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 63%, so its call is yes.