Opening game of the Japanese J1 League for both teams. Nagoya Grampus Eight heads out on the road, just 3-7-1 in its last 11 road contests getting outscored 16-8. This is a big game for Avispa Fukuoka, the home opener promoted after moving up fromk the J2 League a year ago with the top defense in the league (29 goals allowed in 42 matches). They're on a 10-1-2 run at home 19-6 with 8 shutouts, so back home field. Play Avispa Fukuoka on the moneyline.
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