Cerezo Osaka vs Fagiano Okayama predictions, Mar 18, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

6 months ago

Japan J1 League, on Wednesday, 5:30 am ET

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Cerezo Osaka hosts Fagiano Okayama on March 18, 2026, in what promises to be an intriguing matchup in the Japan J1 League. Cerezo Osaka enters the fixture in strong form, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 matches. Their recent performances demonstrate a solid attacking framework and competent midfield control, which have contributed to their success on home soil.

In contrast, Fagiano Okayama has experienced a mixed bag of results, winning just 2 of their last 5 outings. While they have shown flashes of potential, they will need to enhance their consistency to challenge Cerezo effectively. The away side has struggled to find their rhythm, which could be a decisive factor as they face a well-organized and confident opponent.

Bookmakers currently favor Cerezo Osaka with odds of 1.82 for a home win, reflecting the hosts’ superior recent form and home advantage. The statistical analysis indicates a 52.2% probability of a home victory, with a 24.2% chance of a draw and 23.8% for an away win. As both teams approach this crucial match, tactical execution and adaptability will be vital, making for an unpredictable encounter where all outcomes remain possible.

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Cerezo Osaka
51.4%

Draw
24.6%

Okayama
24%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

Outrights of Japan J1 League Cerezo Osaka: 1.56% Okayama: 0.53%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.88	3.85	3.97
	1.82	3.89	3.95

Latest Results

14.03.26 Kyoto Sanga – Cerezo Osaka – 1:2
07.03.26 Cerezo Osaka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:0 penalties
28.02.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Cerezo Osaka – 1:0
22.02.26 Cerezo Osaka – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 1:2
15.02.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Cerezo Osaka – 0:2

14.03.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1 penalties
07.03.26 Fagiano Okayama – Kyoto Sanga – 1:0
01.03.26 Fagiano Okayama – Nagoya Grampus – 2:1 penalties
22.02.26 Fagiano Okayama – Gamba Osaka – 1:2
14.02.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1 penalties

Facts

This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 9th place) and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 13th place)).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cerezo Osaka won 4.

The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.

In this match, Cerezo Osaka is seen as the favorite.

In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Cerezo Osaka won 5 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 11:6. (average 1.6:0.9).

Including home matches between the teams, Cerezo Osaka won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 7:3. (average 1.8:0.8).

Latest Head To Head

18.10.25 Fagiano Okayama – Cerezo Osaka – 1:2
02.04.25 Cerezo Osaka – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1
04.12.16 Cerezo Osaka – Fagiano Okayama – 1:0
16.10.16 Fagiano Okayama – Cerezo Osaka – 1:1
28.05.16 Cerezo Osaka – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1

Standings

2026

East

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Kashima Antlers	6	5	0	1	0	10:4	16
2	FC Tokyo	6	2	3	0	1	11:6	12
3	Machida	5	3	1	1	0	11:8	12
4	Verdy	6	3	1	0	2	11:9	11
5	Urawa Reds	6	3	0	1	2	9:6	10
6	Kawasaki Frontale	5	1	2	0	2	10:8	7
7	Yokohama F. Marinos	6	2	0	0	4	7:11	6
8	Mito	6	0	1	3	2	8:14	5
9	Chiba	6	1	0	2	3	4:10	5
10	Kashiwa Reysol	6	1	0	0	5	7:12	3

West

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Vissel Kobe	5	3	1	0	1	9:3	11
2	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	5	3	1	0	1	10:5	11
3	Gamba Osaka	6	2	2	1	1	9:8	11
4	Kyoto	6	2	1	1	2	8:7	9
5	Cerezo Osaka	6	2	1	1	2	6:5	9
6	Nagoya Grampus	6	2	1	1	2	9:9	9
7	Okayama	6	1	1	3	1	7:9	8
8	Shimizu S-Pulse	6	1	1	3	1	6:8	8
9	V-Varen Nagasaki	5	2	0	0	3	7:9	6
10	Avispa Fukuoka	5	0	1	0	4	4:12	2

Japan J1 League Outrights

1. Kashima Antlers: 3.25 (24.42%)

2. Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 4.33 (18.33%)

3. Vissel Kobe: 5.5 (14.43%)

4. Kyoto: 9 (8.82%)

5. Machida Zelvia: 11 (7.21%)

6. FC Tokyo: 15 (5.29%)

7. Kawasaki Frontale: 19 (4.18%)

8. Kashiwa Reysol: 19 (4.18%)

9. Gamba Osaka: 21 (3.78%)

10. Urawa Reds: 29 (2.74%)

11. Cerezo Osaka: 51 (1.56%)

12. Nagoya Grampus: 51 (1.56%)

13. Verdy: 67 (1.18%)

14. Okayama: 151 (0.53%)

15. Yokohama F. Marinos: 201 (0.39%)

16. Shimizu S-Pulse: 201 (0.39%)

17. V-Varen Nagasaki: 201 (0.39%)

18. Mito: 301 (0.26%)

19. Chiba: 401 (0.2%)

20. Avispa Fukuoka: 501 (0.16%)

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