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As Mito HollyHock prepares to host Gamba Osaka in the J1 League clash on August 15, 2026, both teams present contrasting recent forms that may heavily influence the outcome.
Mito HollyHock arrives off a challenging start, having lost their most recent match and struggling to find form. With a record of no wins in their last encounter, they will be looking to regain momentum on home soil. Historically, Mito has shown resilience at home, but confidence appears to be waning as they face a formidable opponent.
On the other hand, Gamba Osaka boasts an impressive record of three victories in their last four matches, showcasing a revitalized attacking strategy and solid defensive organization. Their ability to convert chances and maintain possession will be crucial against Mito, who will need to tighten their defense to compete effectively.
The bookmakers’ odds reflect a closely contested match, with Mito at 2.77 and Gamba at 2.53, indicating that the outcome is uncertain. As both teams bring different strengths to the pitch, the game promises to be an intriguing encounter, with no guaranteed outcomes but plenty of tactical battles to watch.
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| Mito HollyHock 33.8% |
Draw 29.1% |
Gamba Osaka 37.1% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.84 | 3.4 | 2.59 | |
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2.72 | 3.15 | 2.52 | |
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2.83 | 3.26 | 2.59 | |
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2.75 | 3.15 | 2.5 | |
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2.81 | 3.21 | 2.56 | |
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2.8 | 3.25 | 2.55 |
Latest Results
| 08.08.26 Kashiwa Reysol – Mito HollyHock – 2:1 06.06.26 Mito HollyHock – V-Varen Nagasaki – 0:1 30.05.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Mito HollyHock – 1:0 24.05.26 Mito HollyHock – Kawasaki Frontale – 1:3 16.05.26 Mito HollyHock – Tokyo Verdy – 0:1 |
07.08.26 Gamba Osaka – Urawa Red Diamonds – 4:3 24.07.26 Zweigen Kanazawa – Gamba Osaka – 0:6 15.07.26 Red Bull Salzburg – Gamba Osaka – 0:3 11.07.26 AC Sparta Prague – Gamba Osaka – 3:0 06.06.26 Tokyo Verdy – Gamba Osaka – 2:4 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 16.04.25 Mito HollyHock – Gamba Osaka – 0:1 ET 20.01.25 Gamba Osaka – Mito HollyHock – 2:0 15.09.13 Gamba Osaka – Mito HollyHock – 5:0 |
Standings
2026/27
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Machida | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 | 3 |
| 3 | Kashima Antlers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | Gamba Osaka | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 1 | 3 |
| 5 | Cerezo Osaka | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | Kashiwa Reysol | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 1 | 3 |
| 9 | Vissel Kobe | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 1 | 3 |
| 10 | Verdy | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 0 | 1 |
| 12 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | -1 | 0 |
| 13 | Urawa Reds | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | -1 | 0 |
| 14 | Mito | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 15 | Kyoto | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 16 | Okayama | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 17 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | -1 | 0 |
| 18 | Nagoya Grampus | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | -1 | 0 |
| 19 | Chiba | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | -3 | 0 |
| 20 | FC Tokyo | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:5 | -4 | 0 |
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