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Cerezo OsakaDWLWL
Sanfrecce HiroshimaWLWLWHead to head
Our prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win
@ 1.90Our 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: 1 – 2 – 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 Sanfrecce Hiroshima preview and result
Cerezo Osaka and Sanfrecce Hiroshima met in the J1 League on Sunday 22 February 2026 at 07:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 1 - 2, 0 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Cerezo Osaka a 16% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Sanfrecce Hiroshima 65%. Our pick was Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win with 75% confidence at odds of 1.90. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance X2 (Draw or Sanfrecce Hiroshima) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.
Goals: we expect about 2.5 goals (0.7 for Cerezo Osaka, 1.8 for Sanfrecce Hiroshima). The chance of three or more goals is 46%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (75% confidence). 3 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. Sanfrecce Hiroshima have 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (W-L-W-L-W), scoring 13 and conceding 8. In the table, Cerezo Osaka are 2nd with 31 points and Sanfrecce Hiroshima are 4th with 30 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Cerezo Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
Our pre-match prediction is Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win (75% confidence) at odds of 1.90. Win chances: Cerezo Osaka 16%, draw 19%, Sanfrecce Hiroshima 65%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Cerezo Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 75% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 46%).
What time is Cerezo Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
Cerezo Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima (J1 League) was played on Sunday 22 February 2026 at 07:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Cerezo Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
The double chance X2 (Draw or Sanfrecce Hiroshima) 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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