J1 League Betting Preview: Gamba Osaka vs Cerezo Osaka
Gamba Osaka take on Cerezo Osaka in this derby clash at Panasonic Stadium Suita, with kick-off set for 00:00 on Saturday 11 April.
Gamba Could Have the Edge
We’re happy to side with Gamba Osaka 0.0 on the Asian Handicap when they take on Cerezo Osaka. At odds of -143, we get a return if the hosts win and there’s the insurance of money back if the game is drawn.
Cerezo H2H Record Includes 7 Wins in 10
Gamba Osaka last league match was a 2-0 win over Kyoto Sanga at Panasonic Stadium Suita. That means it’s now been three J1 League home victories on the bounce. The Black and Blue recorded 53% possession and managed nine shots on target, with Deniz Hummet and Ryotaro Meshino each scoring one goal.
On Wednesday, Gamba were beaten 1-0 when hosting Bangkok United in the AFC Cup.
Cerezo Osaka lost on the road in their previous game. Nagoya Grampus won 3-0 at Toyota Stadium. Arthur Papas’ side enjoyed 58% possession and recorded two shots on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw Gamba claim a penalty shootout victory (0-0 AET) over Cerezo at Yanmar Stadium Nagai. In the past 10 H2H meetings, we have seen seven Cerezo wins, two Gamba victories and one draw.
Gamba Osaka – Last 10 League Games
7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 4.7 goals from 6.4 shots on goal and 10.0 attempts. Gamba have had 58.2% possession and 4.4 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 4.0 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 9.7 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.8 corners.
Deniz Hummet is the top scorer with 6 goals, while Ryotaro Meshino, Harumi Minamino and Issam Jebali each have 2. Issam Jebali and Rin Mito are the top assists makers with 2.
Cerezo Osaka – Last 10 League Games
Cerezo have 4 victories and 6 defeats, averaging 4.2 shots on goal, 8.6 attempts and 2.2 goals. The Cherry Blossoms average 51.8% possession, 5.0 corners taken and 5.8 corners against them, while 2.5 goals have been conceded from 8.8 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal.
Solomon Sakuragawa is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Rikito Inoue, Reiya Sakata, Shunta Tanaka and Thiago have 1. Reiya Sakata is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 2.
Gamba Osaka vs Cerezo Osaka Prediction & Betting Tips
Join us as we dissect the best Gamba Osaka vs Cerezo Osaka betting tips — from our expert match prediction and correct score advice to a sharp corners pick and a ready-made bet builder.
Match Prediction
Gamba Osaka at 0.0 could be the best way forward. The Asian Handicap odds of -143 makes plenty of appeal, with our selection looking like the stand out bet for this J1 League game.
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Key Gamba Osaka vs Cerezo Osaka league stats:
The 0.0 line has been covered by Gamba in 12 of their last 20 games at home.The 0.0 line has been covered by Gamba in 6 of their last 10 games at home.The 0.0 line has been covered by Gamba in 2 consecutive games at home.The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Cerezo in 8 of their last 10 games.The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Cerezo in 4 of their last 5 games.
Gamba 0.0 Probability
Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 58.8% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 65-70%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Gamba Asian Hcp 0.0 @ -143
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Corners Prediction
It has now been nine consecutive Gamba home games where the 10.5 Total Corners line has not been covered, while we’ve seen six of the last ten Cerezo matches have the same outcome. There are odds of -141 for this Total Corners wager and we think the line is too high.
League Games
Gamba
Total
9.20
4.40
4.80
Home
8.30
4.90
3.40
Away
9.20
3.90
5.30
Cerezo
Total
10.80
5.00
5.80
Home
11.80
6.00
5.80
Away
10.60
4.80
5.80
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Total Corners
Gamba Corners
Cerezo Corners
Most Corners
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Gamba Osaka vs Cerezo Osaka Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Betting Sites Think the Game Could Go Either Way
The latest Full-Time Result betting odds show that Gamba Osaka are +132 for a J1 League victory, while Cerezo Osaka are +175. The draw is trading at +245 should you think the game will end all square.
You can back Gamba at +180 on the Half-Time Result market, meaning you need them to be ahead at the break. Cerezo are +225 and the draw is chalked up at +138.
The Over 2.5 option is currently favourite on the Total Goals betting market. BTTS Yes is available at -200 for anyone expecting Both Teams to Score.
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Panasonic Stadium Suita
Gamba Bidding to Stay Strong at Home
Gamba Osaka have swerved defeat at Panasonic Stadium Suita in the previous six matches. The Black and Blue have racked up six victories, three draws and one defeat in the previous 10 home games, netting an average of 2.00 goals per match and conceding 1.40.
Cerezo have managed five victories and five losses in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.70 goals per game and conceding 1.70.
The previous Panasonic Stadium Suita encounter involved a 5-2 Cerezo win against Gamba. Cerezo have triumphed in four of the previous 5 H2H meetings at Panasonic Stadium Suita, while Gamba have won once.
Gamba Osaka Home Stats
6-3-1
3.40
2.00
1.40
6
4
6
4
Cerezo Osaka Away Stats
5-0-5
3.40
1.70
1.70
8
2
7
3
W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
G = Avg. Goals
GF = Avg. Goals For
GA = Avg. Goals Against
O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
B-No = Matches BTTS No
Gamba Osaka vs Cerezo Osaka Lineups & Team News
Before placing any bets on Gamba vs Cerezo, check the team news first. We’ll have the predicted and confirmed J1 League lineups for you plus all the latest on player injuries.
Previous Gamba Osaka Lineups
08 Apr
AFC Cup
Gamba Osaka
0-1
Bangkok United
04 Apr
J1 League
Gamba Osaka
2-0
Kyoto Sanga
20 Mar
J1 League
Avispa Fukuoka
16-15
Gamba Osaka
18 Mar
J1 League
Vissel Kobe
5-7
Gamba Osaka
13 Mar
J1 League
Sanfrecce H.
2-0
Gamba Osaka
11 Mar
AFC Cup
Ratchaburi FC
1-2
Gamba Osaka
Previous Cerezo Osaka Lineups
03 Apr
J1 League
Nagoya Grampus
3-0
Cerezo Osaka
21 Mar
J1 League
Cerezo Osaka
7-6
Vissel Kobe
18 Mar
J1 League
Cerezo Osaka
1-2
F. Okayama
13 Mar
J1 League
Kyoto Sanga
1-2
Cerezo Osaka
06 Mar
J1 League
Cerezo Osaka
4-2
Shimizu S-Pulse
28 Feb
J1 League
V-Varen Nagasaki
1-0
Cerezo Osaka
Expert Analysis by Riku Yamada
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