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As Cerezo Osaka prepares to host Vissel Kobe in this intriguing J1 League clash on March 22, 2026, both teams bring distinct tactical strengths and recent form trends into the match. Cerezo Osaka has achieved only two victories in their last five outings, indicating some inconsistency in their performances. However, they will be buoyed by the advantage of playing at home, where they typically seek to assert control through a possession-dominant style and swift transitions.
In contrast, Vissel Kobe enters this fixture in fine form, having secured four wins in their past five games. Their recent success can be attributed to a well-organized defense combined with a potent attacking unit, proficient in exploiting spaces left by opponents. This blend of strategy has allowed them to build momentum as they aim for a top position in the league.
Bookmakers reflect this dynamic with odds favoring an away win at 2.13, compared to Cerezo’s home odds of 3.24. Our model indicates a 43.9% probability of an away victory, alongside a 29.5% chance of a home win and 26.7% for a draw. Given the contrasting trends in form, this match promises to be a compelling contest with no guaranteed outcomes.
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| Cerezo Osaka 29% |
Draw 26.8% |
Vissel Kobe 44.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3.29 | 3.55 | 2.15 | |
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3.2 | 3.45 | 2.08 | |
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3.24 | 3.48 | 2.12 | |
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3.2 | 3.25 | 2.1 | |
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3.24 | 3.58 | 2.13 |
Latest Results
| 18.03.26 Cerezo Osaka – Fagiano Okayama – 1:2 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 |
18.03.26 Vissel Kobe – Gamba Osaka – 2:3 penalties 14.03.26 Nagoya Grampus – Vissel Kobe – 0:3 11.03.26 Vissel Kobe – FC Seoul – 2:1 04.03.26 FC Seoul – Vissel Kobe – 0:1 27.02.26 Vissel Kobe – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 23.08.25 Cerezo Osaka – Vissel Kobe – 1:1 06.05.25 Vissel Kobe – Cerezo Osaka – 1:3 13.09.24 Vissel Kobe – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 11.05.24 Cerezo Osaka – Vissel Kobe – 1:4 23.09.23 Vissel Kobe – Cerezo Osaka – 1:0 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 13:4 | 19 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13:7 | 15 |
| 3 | Machida | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11:11 | 12 |
| 4 | Urawa Reds | 7 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 10:8 | 11 |
| 5 | Verdy | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 11:11 | 11 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Frontale | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 12:8 | 10 |
| 7 | Mito | 7 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9:14 | 8 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7:12 | 6 |
| 9 | Kashiwa Reysol | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 9:13 | 5 |
| 10 | Chiba | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5:12 | 5 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Gamba Osaka | 7 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12:10 | 13 |
| 2 | Vissel Kobe | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11:6 | 12 |
| 3 | Kyoto | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10:8 | 12 |
| 4 | Nagoya Grampus | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11:10 | 12 |
| 5 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 11:7 | 11 |
| 6 | Okayama | 7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9:10 | 11 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 7 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8:9 | 10 |
| 8 | Cerezo Osaka | 7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7:7 | 9 |
| 9 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 9:11 | 9 |
| 10 | Avispa Fukuoka | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5:15 | 3 |
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