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As Vissel Kobe prepares to host Sanfrecce Hiroshima in the upcoming J1 League clash on March 27, 2026, both teams will seek vital points in their pursuit of league success. Vissel Kobe enters the match in robust form, having secured victories in 4 of their last 5 encounters, showcasing a potent attack and solid defensive organization. Their recent performances suggest an ability to capitalize on home advantage, where they will aim to assert dominance early in the match.
Conversely, Sanfrecce Hiroshima has encountered a more challenging spell, winning only 2 out of their last 5 matches. While they possess individual quality that can change games, inconsistencies have plagued their overall performance, particularly in away fixtures. This could lead to tactical adjustments as they seek to stabilize their play and exploit any weaknesses in Vissel Kobe’s defense.
The bookmakers have installed odds of 2.5 for Vissel Kobe and 2.6 for Sanfrecce Hiroshima, indicating a tightly contested showdown. Our model suggests probabilities of 38.2% for a home win, 26.9% for a draw, and 34.1% for an away victory. With both teams vying for crucial points, this matchup promises to deliver competitive football, where execution and discipline will be paramount. As always, the outcome remains uncertain.
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| Vissel Kobe 36.8% |
Draw 27.9% |
Hiroshima 35.4% |
Outrights of Japan J1 League Vissel Kobe: 15.88% Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 13.24%
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Betting Odds
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2.5 | 3.3 | 2.6 |
Latest Results
| 18.03.26 Vissel Kobe – Gamba Osaka – 2:3 penalties 14.03.26 Nagoya Grampus – Vissel Kobe – 0:3 11.03.26 Vissel Kobe – FC Seoul – 2:1 04.03.26 FC Seoul – Vissel Kobe – 0:1 27.02.26 Vissel Kobe – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:1 |
18.03.26 Nagoya Grampus – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 2:1 14.03.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Gamba Osaka – 2:0 11.03.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Johor Darul Takzim FC – 1:0 04.03.26 Johor Darul Takzim FC – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 3:1 27.02.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Kyoto Sanga – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 16.11.25 Vissel Kobe – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 2:0 20.08.25 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Vissel Kobe – 0:1 02.07.25 Vissel Kobe – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 1:0 07.02.25 Vissel Kobe – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 0:2 05.07.24 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Vissel Kobe – 1:3 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 13:4 | 19 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13:7 | 15 |
| 3 | Machida | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11:11 | 12 |
| 4 | Urawa Reds | 7 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 10:8 | 11 |
| 5 | Verdy | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 11:11 | 11 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Frontale | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 12:8 | 10 |
| 7 | Mito | 7 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9:14 | 8 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7:12 | 6 |
| 9 | Kashiwa Reysol | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 9:13 | 5 |
| 10 | Chiba | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5:12 | 5 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Gamba Osaka | 8 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 14:13 | 14 |
| 2 | Vissel Kobe | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11:6 | 12 |
| 3 | Kyoto | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10:8 | 12 |
| 4 | Nagoya Grampus | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11:10 | 12 |
| 5 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10:11 | 12 |
| 6 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 11:7 | 11 |
| 7 | Okayama | 8 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9:11 | 11 |
| 8 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 7 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8:9 | 10 |
| 9 | Cerezo Osaka | 7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7:7 | 9 |
| 10 | Avispa Fukuoka | 8 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8:17 | 5 |
Japan J1 League Outrights
1. Kashima Antlers: 2.75 (28.88%)
2. Vissel Kobe: 5 (15.88%)
3. Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 6 (13.24%)
4. Kyoto: 8 (9.93%)
5. FC Tokyo: 11 (7.22%)
6. Machida Zelvia: 17 (4.67%)
7. Nagoya Grampus: 17 (4.67%)
8. Kawasaki Frontale: 21 (3.78%)
9. Gamba Osaka: 26 (3.05%)
10. Urawa Reds: 34 (2.34%)
11. Verdy: 67 (1.19%)
12. V-Varen Nagasaki: 81 (0.98%)
13. Cerezo Osaka: 101 (0.79%)
14. Okayama: 101 (0.79%)
15. Shimizu S-Pulse: 101 (0.79%)
16. Kashiwa Reysol: 101 (0.79%)
17. Mito: 201 (0.4%)
18. Yokohama F. Marinos: 251 (0.32%)
19. Avispa Fukuoka: 501 (0.16%)
20. Chiba: 501 (0.16%)
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