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As Fagiano Okayama prepares to host Sanfrecce Hiroshima on May 1, 2026, fans can expect a compelling clash in the J1 League. Fagiano comes into this match with a challenging recent form, securing only one victory in their last five outings. Their struggles may point to vulnerabilities in defense and inconsistency in offensive execution, which could be pivotal against a more confident Sanfrecce unit.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima, on the other hand, has displayed a solid performance trend, winning three of their last five matches. This recent success can be attributed to tactical cohesion and effective transition play, enabling them to capitalize on opponent weaknesses. Their ability to maintain possession and create scoring opportunities will be essential as they look to exert pressure on the home side.
Bookmaker odds reflect the current form, with Sanfrecce listed as the away favorites at 1.81, compared to Fagiano’s odds of 4.1 for a home win. According to model predictions, there is a 52.8% likelihood of an away victory, while Fagiano’s chances sit at 21.7%, emphasizing their uphill battle. Overall, while Sanfrecce Hiroshima will enter as favorites, the unpredictable nature of football means that Fagiano will be eager to defy the odds on home turf.
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| Okayama 22.5% |
Draw 26.7% |
Hiroshima 50.9% |
Outrights of Japan J1 League Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 5.56% Okayama: 0.21%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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4.1 | 3.45 | 1.81 |
Latest Results
| 25.04.26 Fagiano Okayama – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:0 19.04.26 Gamba Osaka – Fagiano Okayama – 3:2 penalties 11.04.26 Kyoto Sanga – Fagiano Okayama – 5:1 05.04.26 Fagiano Okayama – Vissel Kobe – 1:4 21.03.26 Fagiano Okayama – V-Varen Nagasaki – 0:1 |
25.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 18.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – V-Varen Nagasaki – 2:0 11.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Shimizu S-Pulse – 2:1 penalties 05.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Avispa Fukuoka – 0:1 27.03.26 Vissel Kobe – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 2:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.02.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1 penalties 05.07.25 Fagiano Okayama – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 0:1 12.04.25 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Fagiano Okayama – 0:1 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 12 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 20:7 | 32 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 24:12 | 26 |
| 3 | Machida | 11 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 17:16 | 22 |
| 4 | Kawasaki Frontale | 12 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 20:21 | 20 |
| 5 | Verdy | 11 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 17:15 | 18 |
| 6 | Mito | 12 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 17:24 | 15 |
| 7 | Urawa Reds | 12 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 16:19 | 12 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 17:22 | 12 |
| 9 | Kashiwa Reysol | 12 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 15:17 | 11 |
| 10 | Chiba | 12 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 11:21 | 9 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Vissel Kobe | 11 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 23:12 | 25 |
| 2 | Nagoya Grampus | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 22:17 | 21 |
| 3 | Gamba Osaka | 13 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 22:19 | 21 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 12 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 19:15 | 19 |
| 5 | Kyoto | 11 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 17:15 | 17 |
| 6 | Cerezo Osaka | 12 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 14:13 | 17 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 12 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 15:16 | 17 |
| 8 | Okayama | 12 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 15:23 | 15 |
| 9 | Avispa Fukuoka | 13 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 14:23 | 15 |
| 10 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 12 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 11:19 | 13 |
Japan J1 League Outrights
1. Kashima Antlers: 2.63 (31.69%)
2. Vissel Kobe: 3 (27.78%)
3. FC Tokyo: 8 (10.42%)
4. Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 15 (5.56%)
5. Gamba Osaka: 17 (4.9%)
6. Machida Zelvia: 17 (4.9%)
7. Kyoto: 17 (4.9%)
8. Nagoya Grampus: 29 (2.87%)
9. Shimizu S-Pulse: 41 (2.03%)
10. Cerezo Osaka: 51 (1.63%)
11. Verdy: 67 (1.24%)
12. Kawasaki Frontale: 81 (1.03%)
13. Mito: 301 (0.28%)
14. Okayama: 401 (0.21%)
15. Avispa Fukuoka: 501 (0.17%)
16. Urawa Reds: 501 (0.17%)
17. V-Varen Nagasaki: 1001 (0.08%)
18. Kashiwa Reysol: 1001 (0.08%)
19. Yokohama F. Marinos: 4001 (0.02%)
20. Chiba: 4501 (0.02%)
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