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Sanfrecce HiroshimaWLWLWHead to head
Nagoya Grampus 14 · Draws 7 · Sanfrecce Hiroshima 18 (39 meetings, last 10 below)
Our prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win
@ 2.20Our 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: 2 – 1 – not in our list. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
Win probability
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Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima preview and result
Nagoya Grampus and Sanfrecce Hiroshima met in the J1 League on Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 11:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 1, 1 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Nagoya Grampus a 33% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Sanfrecce Hiroshima 50%. Our pick was Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win with 60% confidence at odds of 2.20. The pick lost this time ✗. For a safer option, the double chance 12 (Nagoya Grampus or Sanfrecce Hiroshima) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.
Goals: we expect about 3.0 goals (1.3 for Nagoya Grampus, 1.7 for Sanfrecce Hiroshima). The chance of three or more goals is 58%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (85% confidence). 3 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
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. 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 their last 10 meetings, Nagoya Grampus won 14, Sanfrecce Hiroshima won 18 and 7 ended level. In the table, Nagoya Grampus are 3rd with 31 points and Sanfrecce Hiroshima are 4th with 30 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
Our pre-match prediction is Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win (60% confidence) at odds of 2.20. Win chances: Nagoya Grampus 33%, draw 17%, Sanfrecce Hiroshima 50%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
We expect about 3.0 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 85% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 58%).
What time is Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima (J1 League) was played on Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 11:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?
The double chance 12 (Nagoya Grampus 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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