Tokushima Vortis vs. Oita Trinita

The opening game of the Japanese J2 League for these rivals. They finished fifth and eighth last year in the 22-team league standings. Oita Trinita outscored league opponents 62-52 in 42 games and their 15 ties were the second-most. They open the new campaign on the road on a 1-1-3 run away from home with DRAWS at Omiya Ardija (2-2), Zweigen Kanazawa (3-3), and Roasso Kumamoto (2-2). Seven of their last 14 road games have ended in ties. Tokushima Vortis has home field and outscored league foes 48-35. Their 23 DRAWS easily led the league. Six of their last 12 home games have ended in ties, as have four of the last six meetings between these teams. Take Tokushima Vortis/Oita Trinita to DRAW.