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As Gamba Osaka prepares to host Cerezo Osaka in their upcoming Japan J1 League clash on April 11, 2026, both teams come into the match with encouraging momentum. Gamba Osaka has secured wins in three of their last five outings, showcasing a robust attacking style that is beginning to click. Their recent form suggests they have gained confidence, especially playing at their home venue, where they typically perform well.
On the other hand, Cerezo Osaka, also with three victories in their last five matches, has demonstrated a resilient defense coupled with effective counter-attacking strategies. Their ability to capitalize on opponent errors will be crucial in this matchup against a Gamba side eager to assert dominance at home.
The bookmakers have set the odds at 2.26 for Gamba Osaka to win at home, with a draw valued at 2.96. Our model predicts a 42.9% chance of a home win, a 26.1% likelihood of a draw, and a 30.5% chance for an away victory. The expected final score is predicted to be a 1:1 draw, reflecting the competitive nature of this rivalry. As both teams look to solidify their standings, fans can anticipate a tightly contested encounter with no guaranteed outcomes.
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| Gamba Osaka 41.4% |
Draw 27% |
Cerezo Osaka 31.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.28 | 3.55 | 3.02 | |
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2.25 | 3.45 | 2.92 | |
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2.26 | 3.48 | 2.97 | |
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2.25 | 3.25 | 2.9 | |
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2.26 | 3.55 | 2.98 |
Latest Results
| 04.04.26 Gamba Osaka – Kyoto Sanga – 2:0 21.03.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Gamba Osaka – 3:2 penalties 18.03.26 Vissel Kobe – Gamba Osaka – 2:3 penalties 14.03.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Gamba Osaka – 2:0 11.03.26 Ratchaburi FC – Gamba Osaka – 1:2 ET |
04.04.26 Nagoya Grampus – Cerezo Osaka – 3:0 22.03.26 Cerezo Osaka – Vissel Kobe – 2:1 penalties 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 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 07.02.26 Cerezo Osaka – Gamba Osaka – 0:1 penalties 05.07.25 Cerezo Osaka – Gamba Osaka – 0:1 14.02.25 Gamba Osaka – Cerezo Osaka – 2:5 02.10.24 Cerezo Osaka – Gamba Osaka – 1:0 06.05.24 Gamba Osaka – Cerezo Osaka – 1:0 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 16:7 | 23 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 9 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 16:8 | 19 |
| 3 | Machida | 9 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 15:16 | 17 |
| 4 | Verdy | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 14:14 | 13 |
| 5 | Urawa Reds | 8 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 11:10 | 11 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Frontale | 8 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 13:15 | 11 |
| 7 | Mito | 9 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 11:18 | 10 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 12:12 | 9 |
| 9 | Kashiwa Reysol | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 12:13 | 8 |
| 10 | Chiba | 9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 9:16 | 8 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Vissel Kobe | 9 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 16:9 | 19 |
| 2 | Gamba Osaka | 9 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 16:13 | 17 |
| 3 | Nagoya Grampus | 9 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 15:12 | 16 |
| 4 | Kyoto | 9 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 12:11 | 14 |
| 5 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 9 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 11:12 | 13 |
| 6 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10:11 | 12 |
| 7 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 13:12 | 11 |
| 8 | Cerezo Osaka | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 9:11 | 11 |
| 9 | Okayama | 8 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9:11 | 11 |
| 10 | Avispa Fukuoka | 8 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8:17 | 5 |
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