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Cerezo OsakaDWLWL
Nagoya GrampusWDDLLHead to head
Our prediction
Nagoya Grampus to win
@ 2.88Our record
Correct 1X2 tips (home win, draw or away win), checked against the final score.
Who will win?
Voting closed at kick-off.
Goals outlook
Possible correct scores
Final score: 6 – 1 – not in our list. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
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Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus preview and result
Cerezo Osaka and Nagoya Grampus met in the J1 League on Sunday 17 May 2026 at 07:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 6 - 1, 3 - 1 at half time.
Our model gives Cerezo Osaka a 37% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Nagoya Grampus 46%. Our pick was Nagoya Grampus to win with 55% confidence at odds of 2.88. The pick lost this time ✗. For a safer option, the double chance 12 (Cerezo Osaka or Nagoya Grampus) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.
Goals: we expect about 2.8 goals (1.2 for Cerezo Osaka, 1.6 for Nagoya Grampus). The chance of three or more goals is 53%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (80% confidence). 7 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
Cerezo Osaka have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (D-W-L-W-L), scoring 9 and conceding 11. Nagoya Grampus have 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (W-D-D-L-L), scoring 7 and conceding 8. In the table, Cerezo Osaka are 2nd with 31 points and Nagoya Grampus are 3rd with 31 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus?
Our pre-match prediction is Nagoya Grampus to win (55% confidence) at odds of 2.88. Win chances: Cerezo Osaka 37%, draw 17%, Nagoya Grampus 46%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 80% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 53%).
What time is Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus?
Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus (J1 League) was played on Sunday 17 May 2026 at 07:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus?
The double chance 12 (Cerezo Osaka or Nagoya Grampus) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.25. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.
Predictions are estimates from our model, not guarantees. 18+ only – bet responsibly. More: today's predictions · Bet Slip Builder · booking codes.
J1 League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vissel Kobe |
18 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 35 |
| 2 | Cerezo Osaka |
18 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 31 |
| 3 | Nagoya Grampus |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 31 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 30 |
| 5 | Gamba Osaka |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 28 |
| 6 | Fagiano Okayama |
18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -3 | 26 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-pulse |
18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -2 | 24 |
| 8 | Kyoto Sanga |
18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -6 | 23 |
| 9 | V-varen Nagasaki |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -8 | 21 |
| 10 | Avispa Fukuoka |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -10 | 21 |
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