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Sanfrecce HiroshimaWLWLW
V-varen NagasakiLWLLDHead to head
Sanfrecce Hiroshima 4 · Draws 0 · V-varen Nagasaki 1 (5 meetings)
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Our prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win
@ 1.48Our 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 – 0 – 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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Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-varen Nagasaki preview and result
Sanfrecce Hiroshima and V-varen Nagasaki met in the J1 League on Saturday 18 April 2026 at 06:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 0, 1 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Sanfrecce Hiroshima a 68% chance of winning, the draw 17% and V-varen Nagasaki 15%. Our pick was Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win with 75% confidence at odds of 1.48. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Sanfrecce Hiroshima or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.12.
Goals: we expect about 2.7 goals (1.7 for Sanfrecce Hiroshima, 1.0 for V-varen Nagasaki). The chance of three or more goals is 51%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (75% confidence). 2 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
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. V-varen Nagasaki have 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (L-W-L-L-D), scoring 6 and conceding 6. In their last 5 meetings, Sanfrecce Hiroshima won 4, V-varen Nagasaki won 1 and 0 ended level. In the table, Sanfrecce Hiroshima are 4th with 30 points and V-varen Nagasaki are 9th with 21 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-varen Nagasaki?
Our pre-match prediction is Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win (75% confidence) at odds of 1.48. Win chances: Sanfrecce Hiroshima 68%, draw 17%, V-varen Nagasaki 15%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-varen Nagasaki?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 75% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 51%).
What time is Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-varen Nagasaki?
Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-varen Nagasaki (J1 League) was played on Saturday 18 April 2026 at 06:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-varen Nagasaki?
The double chance 1X (Sanfrecce Hiroshima or Draw) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.12. 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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