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On May 17, 2026, Cerezo Osaka will host Nagoya Grampus in a compelling clash in the Japan J1 League at Cerezo’s home ground. Both teams come into the match with contrasting recent form that adds an intriguing layer to this encounter.
Cerezo Osaka has secured victories in 3 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a solid attacking unit that appears to be gaining momentum. Their ability to convert chances will be crucial as they face a Nagoya Grampus side that has been in impressive form, winning 4 of their last 5 matches. Grampus has demonstrated defensive resilience and a clinical edge in attack, which could pose a significant challenge for the home side.
Bookmakers have set Cerezo Osaka’s odds at 2.36 for a home win, while Nagoya Grampus stands at 2.94 for an away victory. Our model suggests a probability of 42.1% for a home win, 29.2% for a draw, and 30.6% for an away win, reflecting the tight nature of this matchup.
Tactically, Cerezo may focus on utilizing their home advantage, while Nagoya will likely rely on a disciplined defense and quick counter-attacks. With both teams in good form, the outcome remains unpredictable, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.
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| Cerezo Osaka 40.4% |
Draw 27.3% |
Nagoya 32.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.34 | 3.54 | 2.95 | |
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2.3 | 3.35 | 2.88 | |
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2.31 | 3.46 | 2.89 | |
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2.3 | 3.3 | 2.8 | |
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2.36 | 3.4 | 2.94 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 Cerezo Osaka – V-Varen Nagasaki – 3:2 06.05.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 penalties 03.05.26 Cerezo Osaka – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:1 penalties 29.04.26 Vissel Kobe – Cerezo Osaka – 0:1 penalties 25.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 |
10.05.26 Nagoya Grampus – Kyoto Sanga – 3:0 06.05.26 Nagoya Grampus – Gamba Osaka – 2:1 03.05.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Nagoya Grampus – 1:2 29.04.26 Nagoya Grampus – Fagiano Okayama – 1:2 penalties 25.04.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Nagoya Grampus – 0:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 04.04.26 Nagoya Grampus – Cerezo Osaka – 3:0 04.10.25 Nagoya Grampus – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 08.03.25 Cerezo Osaka – Nagoya Grampus – 1:1 30.06.24 Cerezo Osaka – Nagoya Grampus – 2:1 21.04.24 Nagoya Grampus – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 16 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 28:11 | 39 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 16 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 31:17 | 35 |
| 3 | Machida | 15 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 25:20 | 31 |
| 4 | Urawa Reds | 16 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 25:20 | 24 |
| 5 | Verdy | 15 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 21:19 | 24 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Frontale | 16 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 21:26 | 23 |
| 7 | Mito | 16 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 22:35 | 18 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 16 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 22:30 | 17 |
| 9 | Kashiwa Reysol | 16 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 17:22 | 14 |
| 10 | Chiba | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 16:28 | 12 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Nagoya Grampus | 16 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 30:21 | 31 |
| 2 | Vissel Kobe | 15 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 25:22 | 28 |
| 3 | Gamba Osaka | 17 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 29:24 | 25 |
| 4 | Cerezo Osaka | 16 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 21:18 | 25 |
| 5 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 16 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 23:21 | 24 |
| 6 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 16 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 22:21 | 24 |
| 7 | Okayama | 16 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 22:26 | 23 |
| 8 | Avispa Fukuoka | 17 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 21:30 | 21 |
| 9 | Kyoto | 15 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 21:23 | 20 |
| 10 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 16 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 18:26 | 19 |
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