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On September 12, 2026, Sanfrecce Hiroshima will host Cerezo Osaka in a crucial clash in the J1 League. Sanfrecce Hiroshima comes into this match with a mixed recent form, securing victories in 2 of their last 5 outings. Their tactical approach tends to emphasize solid defensive organization, complemented by swift counterattacks, which could prove effective against Cerezo’s style.
Cerezo Osaka, however, has been on a more favorable trajectory, winning 3 of their last 5 fixtures. Known for their attacking prowess and high pressing game, they will look to exploit any defensive lapses from the home side. The odds indicate a strong home advantage for Sanfrecce Hiroshima at 1.55, suggesting bookmakers see them as favorites, with our model assigning a 61.8% probability of a home win.
Expect an engaging tactical battle, with both teams eager to solidify their standing in the league. While predictions lean towards a home victory with a suggested scoreline of 2:1, soccer remains unpredictable, and both sides have the potential to sway the outcome in their favor on match day.
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| Hiroshima 60.2% |
Draw 21.5% |
Cerezo Osaka 18.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | 4.55 | 5.21 | ||
| 1.55 | 4.15 | 5.15 | ||
| 1.59 | 4.51 | 5.12 | ||
| 1.53 | 4.3 | 5.1 | ||
| 1.57 | 4.43 | 5.12 | ||
| 1.55 | 4.3 | 5.2 |
Latest Results
| 06.09.26 Fagiano Okayama – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 3:2 02.09.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Nagoya Grampus – 3:0 29.08.26 Gamba Osaka – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 0:0 26.08.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Okinawa SV – 4:1 22.08.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Kawasaki Frontale – 1:1 |
06.09.26 Cerezo Osaka – Tokyo Verdy – 0:0 02.09.26 Cerezo Osaka – Kashiwa Reysol – 2:0 29.08.26 Vissel Kobe – Cerezo Osaka – 1:0 26.08.26 Cerezo Osaka – FC Gifu – 3:1 22.08.26 Cerezo Osaka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 25.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 22.02.26 Cerezo Osaka – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 1:2 31.08.25 Cerezo Osaka – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 1:1 06.04.25 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 11.08.24 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Cerezo Osaka – 2:0 |
Standings
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 10:4 | 6 | 12 |
| 2 | Kashima Antlers | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11:6 | 5 | 12 |
| 3 | Machida | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 13:3 | 10 | 10 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8:2 | 6 | 8 |
| 5 | FC Tokyo | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8:7 | 1 | 7 |
| 6 | Vissel Kobe | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 1 | 7 |
| 7 | Kawasaki Frontale | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 8:6 | 2 | 6 |
| 8 | Nagoya Grampus | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6:5 | 1 | 6 |
| 9 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7:7 | 0 | 6 |
| 10 | Cerezo Osaka | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | -2 | 6 |
| 11 | Mito | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6:5 | 1 | 5 |
| 12 | Gamba Osaka | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6:7 | -1 | 5 |
| 13 | Okayama | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3:4 | -1 | 4 |
| 14 | Kyoto | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6:8 | -2 | 4 |
| 15 | Avispa Fukuoka | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6:6 | 0 | 3 |
| 16 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1:3 | -2 | 3 |
| 17 | Urawa Reds | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8:13 | -5 | 3 |
| 18 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4:9 | -5 | 3 |
| 19 | Verdy | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2:6 | -4 | 2 |
| 20 | Chiba | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2:13 | -11 | 0 |
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