As we slowly creep into the second half of the J-league season, this round will see the reversal of fixtures that just took place two weeks ago. Back then in this tie, Iwata managed to stump high-flyers Osaka to a 2-2 draw at home, coming back from 2 deficits to draw level. The reason why Iwata are flying high this year has been down to their productive offence. Only Kashiwa and Gamba have outscored them in the attacking chart. But nonetheless they find themselves seventh in the table, and in pretty good shape.

Following that match against Jubilo, Gamba made the tough trip to perennial toppers Kashima in mid-week for their make up game. They were impressive in that one it has to be said though. Winning 4-1 at the Antlers is no easy feat and hence I really do believe that they are the most experienced of the teams at the moment, to tackle the leaders. One thing remains for Osaka though, that they will continue to produce high scoring matches and with an average of more than 3 goals a game between these two sides in recent history, take the over 3.5 category.

Pick: Over 3.5 goals