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Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kawasaki Frontale: J1 League Clash of Form
Sanfrecce Hiroshima host Kawasaki Frontale in a J1 League encounter where contrasting recent form takes centre stage. Hiroshima have been on fire, while Frontale have found wins harder to come by, setting the stage for an intriguing tactical battle.
This match pits Hiroshima's recent attacking surge against Frontale's statistical tendency to keep games relatively low-scoring, particularly away from home where they concede 1 goal per game. Hiroshima's recent shift to lower possession (38% in the last game) suggests a potential for sharp transitions, which could trouble Frontale's possession-based approach. Frontale's strength lies in their passing game, but they will need to be wary of Hiroshima's recent offensive output and ensure their defensive structure holds firm against a team that has found its scoring touch.
Team statistics
Team Stats Comparison
Key points
- • Sanfrecce Hiroshima have won their last 3 matches in all competitions, scoring 3 goals per game.
- • Kawasaki Frontale have won only 1 of their last 3 matches.
- • Hiroshima's home defence has been solid, conceding just 1 goal per game on average this season.
AI Prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima's explosive recent form, especially their scoring prowess in the last three games, makes them a strong contender. While Kawasaki Frontale possess good underlying numbers in possession and passing, their recent win rate and away scoring record are less convincing. The home side's momentum and offensive surge suggest they can overcome Frontale's control of the ball, likely leading to a win for Hiroshima with both teams finding the net.
- AIConfidencePickRecent Win% (20)
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Team recent
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HOME | Nagoya Grampus | 4 - 2 | - | ||||
AWAY | Kyoto Sanga | 4 - 0 | - | ||||
AWAY | Gamba Osaka | 1 - 0 | - | ||||
HOME | Vissel Kobe | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | Fagiano Okayama | 0 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | Avispa Fukuoka | 2 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | Cerezo Osaka | 2 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | V-varen Nagasaki | 2 - 0 | - | ||||
HOME | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | Avispa Fukuoka | 0 - 1 | - |
Sanfrecce Hiroshima have found a remarkable vein of form, winning their last three matches across all competitions with an impressive scoring rate of three goals per game. Their overall season record is solid, evidenced by a 44.4% win rate and a respectable goal difference built on scoring 1.6 and conceding 1.2 per game. At home, they've been particularly strong, averaging 1.6 goals scored and keeping it tight at the back with just one goal conceded per home fixture, alongside higher possession figures.
Kawasaki Frontale Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AWAY | Mito Hollyhock | 3 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | Machida Zelvia | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | Kashiwa Reysol | 0 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | Tokyo Verdy | 1 - 0 | - | ||||
AWAY | FC Tokyo | 0 - 2 | - | ||||
AWAY | Urawa | 0 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | JEF United Chiba | 2 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | Yokohama F. Marinos | 2 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | Kashima | 0 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | Urawa | 3 - 2 | - |
Kawasaki Frontale present a more inconsistent picture. While their overall season win rate stands at 38.9%, recent results suggest a dip, with just one win in their last three outings. Their away form is also a concern, having lost four of nine games, conceding one goal per away match but scoring a mere 0.9. Despite this, they maintain strong possession stats (49.7% away) and a high passing accuracy (81.9%), indicating they can still control periods of play.
Lineups
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