J1 League Betting Preview: Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka
Sanfrecce Hiroshima welcome Cerezo Osaka to EDION Stadium Hiroshima, with kick-off set for 00:00 on Saturday 25 April.
Find Out Why Sanfre Can Seal Victory
Sanfrecce Hiroshima can’t be ignored when they meet Cerezo Osaka, especially as betting odds of -164 are available for this prediction. The Full-Time Result market offers strong value here, making the hosts an appealing option.
Sanfre 2-1 Winners in Last H2H Battle
Sanfrecce Hiroshima have enjoyed back-to-back J1 League victories, most recently beating V-Varen Nagasaki 2-0. It was a home win at EDION Stadium Hiroshima. Bartosch Gaul’s side had nine shots on target and boasted 62% possession, with Akito Suzuki and Mutsuki Kato scoring one goal each.
Cerezo Osaka claimed a home victory in their previous league game. A 3-0 triumph against Kyoto Sanga at Yodoko Sakura Stadium made it back-to-back J1 League wins. The Cherry Blossoms recorded 48% possession and managed three shots on goal, with Thiago, Shion Homma and Solomon Sakuragawa finding the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Sanfre boast an unbeaten record in the past nine games with Cerezo. Their last encounter saw Sanfre leave Yodoko Sakura Stadium with a 2-1 victory. The past 10 H2H matches have included six Sanfre victories, three draws and one Cerezo win.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Last 10 League Games
Sanfrecce have 5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 2.2 goals from 4.1 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts. The Viola have averaged 57.6% possession and 6.1 corners per game, with the opposition getting 2.1 goals from 3.2 shots on goal, 6.9 attempts and 2.9 corners.
Ryo Germain is the top scorer with 3 goals, while Akito Suzuki and Kosuke Kinoshita both have 2. Akito Suzuki is the leading assists maker with 3.
Cerezo Osaka – Last 10 League Games
Cerezo have won 6 and lost 4, with an average of 2.1 goals from 4.1 shots on goal and 7.8 attempts. Arthur Papas’ team have averaged 52.6% possession, 4.5 corners taken and 5.6 corners against, while conceding 1.7 goals from 3.4 shots on goal and 9.3 attempts.
Solomon Sakuragawa got 4 goals, Thiago notched 3, while Shion Homma and two other players scored 1. Masaya Shibayama and Reiya Sakata are the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka Prediction & Betting Tips
The Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, corners insight, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.
Match Prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima are priced at -164 to secure a victory and we think these odds look too big. We’re expecting the hosts to land a J1 League win and a nice potential return could be on the cards.
We use the latest J1 League injury and suspension information to come up with the best possible football predictions. You will also see that we sometimes take a stats-led approach by considering the key numbers.
Key Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka league stats:
Sanfrecce have won 6 of their last 10 games against Cerezo.
Sanfre to Win Probability
According to the best betting sites, our pick has a 62.1% chance of landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
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Our Match Prediction
Sanfrecce To Win @ -164
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Corners Prediction
It’s been five consecutive Sanfrecce Hiroshima matches where 9.5 corners has not been covered, while the same outcome has happened in two straight Cerezo Osaka games. We’re expecting the teams to fall short of the line, with this Total Corners wager available at +104.
League Games
Sanfrecce
Total
9.00
6.10
2.90
Home
10.30
7.80
2.50
Away
9.20
5.90
3.30
Cerezo
Total
10.10
4.50
5.60
Home
11.20
5.50
5.70
Away
9.80
4.50
5.30
Latest Corner Odds
Total Corners
Sanfrecce Corners
Cerezo Corners
Most Corners
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima 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.
Sanfre Match Odds Suggest Victory
For this J1 League clash, Sanfrecce Hiroshima are the -164 favourites to triumph according to the latest Full-Time Result betting odds. This reflects that they have a 62% chance of winning. At +360, Cerezo Osaka are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.
One Asian Handicap bet involves backing Sanfre -0.75 at -137. If they beat Cerezo by 2+ goals, you get a full payout. You also get a return on half your stake if they win by one and the other half is refunded.
If you’re anticipating a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. If you think both sides will find the net, then you can back the Yes option on the Both Teams to Score market at -172.
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EDION Stadium Hiroshima
Sanfre Undefeated in Previous Four H2H EDION Stadium Hiroshima Clashes
Sanfre have five wins, three draws and two losses in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.40 goals per match and conceding 0.70.
Cerezo have clocked up five wins and five losses in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.40 goals per match and conceding 1.50.
Sanfre were 2-1 victors against Cerezo last time out at EDION Stadium Hiroshima. The past 5 H2H meetings at EDION Stadium Hiroshima have involved three Sanfre victories, a single draw and one Cerezo win.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Home Stats
5-3-2
2.10
1.40
0.70
4
6
5
5
Cerezo Osaka Away Stats
5-0-5
2.90
1.40
1.50
7
3
6
4
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
Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Sanfrecce vs Cerezo team news before placing your bets. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed J1 League lineups and the latest injury reports.
Previous Sanfrecce Hiroshima Lineups
17 Apr
J1 League
Sanfrecce H.
2-0
V-Varen Nagasaki
10 Apr
J1 League
Sanfrecce H.
6-5
Shimizu S-Pulse
04 Apr
J1 League
Sanfrecce H.
0-1
Avispa Fukuoka
27 Mar
J1 League
Vissel Kobe
2-1
Sanfrecce H.
21 Mar
J1 League
Shimizu S-Pulse
3-1
Sanfrecce H.
18 Mar
J1 League
Nagoya Grampus
2-1
Sanfrecce H.
Previous Cerezo Osaka Lineups
18 Apr
J1 League
Cerezo Osaka
3-0
Kyoto Sanga
11 Apr
J1 League
Gamba Osaka
0-1
Cerezo Osaka
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
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