Yokohama F Marinos vs Ulsan Hyundai FC Prediction & Betting Tips - AFC Champions League

Prediction published on 22/04/2024, 06:00  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 23/04/2024 at 22:00 in Football Predictions

Yokohama F Marinos and Ulsan Hyundai will square off in the second leg of their AFC Champions League semi-final tie on Wednesday at Nissan Stadium. The hosts currently trail 1-0 after Lee Dong-Gyeong scored Ulsan’s only goal in the 19th minute in the first leg. Yokohama would have been disappointed to have come away from South Korea empty-handed as they dominated the match for large periods. They managed 59% of possession, 18 shots at goal, and five on target, but none found the back of the net. That defeat brought an end to a four-match winless run in all competitions for the Tricolor. In AFC Champions League matches, Marinos have been led by Anderson Lopes. The striker leads the club's scoring charts with five goals to his name. The home record of hosts F Marinos has been impressive this AFC Champions League season, boasting four victories and only one defeat in five matches. They are now aiming to extend their unbeaten streak at home to five matches across all competitions and are the bookmakers’ favourite in this one. 

Meanwhile, despite claiming the first-leg lead, Ulsan will know that they have their work cut out for them this week heading to Japan. Like the first leg, their success is likely to hinge on their ability to play on the counter-attack and take the chances they are afforded. The visitors have found the net in nine consecutive AFC Champions League matches this season. They have not been held scoreless since their defeat in the group stage against Kawasaki Frontale. Martin Adam has been Ulsan's standout performer, netting five times in this AFC Champions League campaign. They are now on a three-match winning streak in all competitions dating back to the start of February. In away matches in this season's competition, Ulsan have secured two wins, one draw, and suffered two losses. Currently, the Tigers are enjoying a three-match unbeaten streak on the road, and if they can manage to avoid defeat here, they will book their spot in the final, where they will face either Al Hilal or Al Ain next month.