Cerezo Osaka vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 February

Cerezo Osaka

D D D W W

2nd place in West

1-2

22/02/2026 02:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

D L D W W

4th place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cerezo Osaka vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce on 22 February 2026 (kick-off: 02:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cerezo Osaka vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce preview before placing your bet.

Cerezo Osaka are currently 2nd with 31 points after 18 matches.
Hiroshima Sanfrecce sit 4th with 30 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Hiroshima Sanfrecce to win with probability 50%.
Head-to-head history favors Hiroshima Sanfrecce, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Cerezo Osaka have no wins, while 3 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

02:00

2026-02-22

Cerezo Osaka vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce - Prediction & Odds

Cerezo Osaka

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

2026-02-22 02:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/02/2026

East	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Kashima Antlers	45	18	13	4	1	29	9	20
02 FC Tokyo	37	18	9	6	3	28	16	12
03 Machida Zelvia	37	18	8	8	2	23	19	4
04 Kawasaki Frontale	28	18	7	4	7	23	27	-4
05 Tokyo Verdy	28	18	7	4	7	19	25	-6
06 Urawa Red Diamonds	25	18	7	4	7	25	18	7
07 Yokohama Marinos	20	18	6	2	10	28	29	-1
08 Kashiwa Reysol	20	18	6	1	11	21	24	-3
09 Mito Hollyhock	18	18	2	8	8	19	35	-16
10 JEF United Ichihara Chiba	12	18	3	3	12	18	31	-13

West	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vissel Kobe	35	18	9	6	3	27	21	6
02 Cerezo Osaka	31	18	7	6	5	26	19	7
03 Nagoya Grampus	31	18	8	5	5	31	28	3
04 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	30	18	8	4	6	29	21	8
05 Gamba Osaka	28	18	5	8	5	26	22	4
06 Fagiano Okayama	26	18	6	6	6	24	25	-1
07 Shimizu S-Pulse	24	18	4	8	6	19	21	-2
08 Kyoto Sanga	23	18	5	5	8	19	26	-7
09 V-Varen Nagasaki	21	18	6	2	10	20	28	-8
10 Avispa Fukuoka	21	18	3	8	7	17	27	-10

Head To Head

31/08/2025 06:00

Cerezo Osaka

1 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

06/04/2025 02:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

2 - 1

Cerezo Osaka

JPN D1

11/08/2024 05:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

2 - 0

Cerezo Osaka

JPN D1

26/05/2024 02:00

Cerezo Osaka

1 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

21/10/2023 03:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

0 - 0

Cerezo Osaka

JPN D1

29/04/2023 01:00

Cerezo Osaka

0 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Cerezo Osaka

Draw

50%

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

50%

Cerezo Osaka Last 6 matches

15/02/2026 02:00

Avispa Fukuoka 0 - 2 Cerezo Osaka JPN D1

07/02/2026 03:00

Cerezo Osaka 0 - 0 Gamba Osaka JPN D1

06/12/2025 01:00

Cerezo Osaka 1 - 3 Yokohama FC JPN D1

30/11/2025 01:00

Yokohama Marinos 3 - 1 Cerezo Osaka JPN D1

09/11/2025 02:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 4 Cerezo Osaka JPN D1

25/10/2025 02:00

Cerezo Osaka 2 - 0 Kawasaki Frontale JPN D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Hiroshima Sanfrecce

17/02/2026 06:00

FC Seoul 2 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce ACLE

14/02/2026 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 1 Fagiano Okayama JPN D1

10/02/2026 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 2 - 1 Johor Darul Takzim ACLE

06/02/2026 06:00

V-Varen Nagasaki 1 - 3 Hiroshima Sanfrecce JPN D1

10/12/2025 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 0 Shanghai Shenhua ACLE

06/12/2025 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 2 - 1 Shonan Bellmare JPN D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Played games

Goals

Scored

399

Avg. per game

1.43

Conceded

338

Avg. per game

1.21

Scored

478

Avg. per game

1.59

Conceded

314

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 279 matches

YesNo

214 (77%)65 (23%)

In last 279 matches

NoYes

238 (79%)62 (21%)

Cerezo Osaka

Recent matches

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cerezo Osaka

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Shots

Cerezo Osaka

Total shots

11.79 avg / game

Blocked

494 total

Avg. 3.48

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total shots

13.93 avg / game

Blocked

623 total

Avg. 4.39

Cerezo Osaka Pass Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total passes

82362

Avg. 453 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

87501

Avg. 442 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cerezo Osaka

279

Played games

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.33

5.03

1403

Corners

1711

5.70

5.66

1580

Throw-ins

2324

7.75

1.35

376

Offsides

451

1.50

2.78

775

GK saves

644

2.15

Cerezo Osaka

DISCIPLINARY

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.86

241

279

0.93

0.04

0.04

7.55

2106

Fouls

2745

9.15

7.78

2171

Tackles

2545

8.48

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How We Build the Cerezo Osaka vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cerezo Osaka vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce on 22 February 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this J-League Division 1 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Cerezo Osaka vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Cerezo Osaka's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Hiroshima Sanfrecce's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

J-League Division 1 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live J-League Division 1 standings and the J-League Division 1 form table to understand exactly where Cerezo Osaka and Hiroshima Sanfrecce sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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