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As Fagiano Okayama prepares to host Cerezo Osaka on May 23, 2026, both teams arrive in impressive form, each having secured victories in four of their last five matches. This matchup promises an exciting display of skill and strategy, as both clubs aim to capitalize on their current momentum in the J1 League.
Fagiano Okayama has shown resilience at home, where their tactical approach emphasizes a strong defensive structure coupled with rapid counter-attacks. Their recent performances suggest a solid understanding among players, allowing them to exploit weaknesses in their opponents’ defenses effectively.
On the other side, Cerezo Osaka’s style highlights possession-based football, utilizing intricate passing patterns to break down defensive lines. Their attacking prowess has been a key factor in their recent success, making them a formidable opponent regardless of the venue.
Bookmakers have slightly favored Cerezo Osaka with odds at 2.56 for an away victory, while Fagiano Okayama’s odds stand at 2.8. Model predictions indicate a nearly even contest, with a 34.6% probability of a home win, 30.1% chance of a draw, and 35.9% likelihood of an away win. As both teams fight for crucial points, fans can surely expect a tightly contested match featuring tactical battles and high stakes.
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| Okayama 33.8% |
Draw 28.9% |
Cerezo Osaka 37.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.81 | 3.34 | 2.54 | |
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2.72 | 3.2 | 2.48 | |
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2.75 | 3.3 | 2.47 | |
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2.75 | 3.1 | 2.5 | |
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2.8 | 3.22 | 2.56 |
Latest Results
| 17.05.26 Fagiano Okayama – Shimizu S-Pulse – 2:0 10.05.26 Vissel Kobe – Fagiano Okayama – 0:3 06.05.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1 01.05.26 Fagiano Okayama – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 1:0 29.04.26 Nagoya Grampus – Fagiano Okayama – 1:2 penalties |
17.05.26 Cerezo Osaka – Nagoya Grampus – 6:1 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 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.03.26 Cerezo Osaka – Fagiano Okayama – 1:2 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 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers ✔ | 17 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 30:11 | 42 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 17 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 32:17 | 37 |
| 3 | Machida | 17 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 27:22 | 34 |
| 4 | Verdy | 17 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 22:20 | 28 |
| 5 | Urawa Reds | 17 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 25:21 | 25 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Frontale | 17 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 23:27 | 25 |
| 7 | Mito | 17 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 22:36 | 18 |
| 8 | Kashiwa Reysol | 17 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 18:22 | 17 |
| 9 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 17 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 22:31 | 17 |
| 10 | Chiba | 17 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 16:30 | 12 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Vissel Kobe | 17 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 28:25 | 32 |
| 2 | Nagoya Grampus | 17 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 31:27 | 31 |
| 3 | Cerezo Osaka | 17 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 27:19 | 28 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 17 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 27:21 | 27 |
| 5 | Okayama | 17 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 24:26 | 26 |
| 6 | Gamba Osaka | 17 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 29:24 | 25 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 17 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 22:23 | 24 |
| 8 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 17 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 21:28 | 21 |
| 9 | Avispa Fukuoka | 17 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 21:30 | 21 |
| 10 | Kyoto | 17 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 21:28 | 20 |
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