Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Albirex Niigata: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 February

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

W D W D W

3rd place in J-League Division 1

1 - 2

26/02/2023 01:00

Albirex Niigata

W D W D D

10th place in J-League Division 1

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Albirex Niigata on 26 February 2023 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Albirex Niigata preview before placing your bet.

Hiroshima Sanfrecce will face Albirex Niigata in J-League Division 1 on February 26, 2023 at 01:00.
Hiroshima Sanfrecce are currently 3rd with 58 points after 34 matches.
Albirex Niigata sit 10th with 45 points from 34 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 26/02/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vissel Kobe	71	34	21	8	5	60	29	31
02 Yokohama Marinos	64	34	19	7	8	63	40	23
03 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	58	34	17	7	10	42	28	14
04 Urawa Red Diamonds	57	34	15	12	7	42	27	15
05 Kashima Antlers	52	34	14	10	10	43	34	9
06 Nagoya Grampus	52	34	14	10	10	41	36	5
07 Avispa Fukuoka	51	34	15	6	13	37	43	-6
08 Kawasaki Frontale	50	34	14	8	12	51	45	6
09 Cerezo Osaka	49	34	15	4	15	39	34	5
10 Albirex Niigata	45	34	11	12	11	36	40	-4
11 FC Tokyo	43	34	12	7	15	42	46	-4
12 Consadole Sapporo	40	34	10	10	14	56	61	-5
13 Kyoto Sanga	40	34	12	4	18	40	45	-5
14 Sagan Tosu	38	34	9	11	14	43	47	-4
15 Shonan Bellmare	34	34	8	10	16	40	56	-16
16 Gamba Osaka	34	34	9	7	18	38	61	-23
17 Kashiwa Reysol	33	34	6	15	13	33	47	-14
18 Yokohama FC	29	34	7	8	19	31	58	-27

Head To Head

09/09/2017 06:00

Albirex Niigata

0 - 0

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

12/04/2017 06:00

Albirex Niigata

0 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN LC

25/02/2017 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

1 - 1

Albirex Niigata

JPN D1

03/11/2016 00:30

Albirex Niigata

0 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

15/04/2016 06:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

1 - 0

Albirex Niigata

JPN D1

22/08/2015 06:00

Albirex Niigata

0 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Albirex Niigata

17%

Draw

33%

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

50%

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Last 6 matches

18/02/2023 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 0 - 0 Consadole Sapporo

JPN D1

21/01/2023 08:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 2 LASK Linz

INT CF

18/01/2023 08:00

CSKA Sofia 0 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

INT CF

05/11/2022 01:00

Sagan Tosu 2 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

29/10/2022 02:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 2 Consadole Sapporo

JPN D1

22/10/2022 00:05

Cerezo Osaka 1 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN LC

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Albirex Niigata

18/02/2023 01:00

Cerezo Osaka 2 - 2 Albirex Niigata

JPN D1

23/10/2022 01:00

Albirex Niigata 2 - 1 Machida Zelvia

JPN D2

15/10/2022 01:00

Tokyo Verdy 1 - 0 Albirex Niigata

JPN D2

08/10/2022 01:00

Albirex Niigata 3 - 0 Vegalta Sendai

JPN D2

01/10/2022 01:00

Montedio Yamagata 1 - 1 Albirex Niigata

JPN D2

25/09/2022 01:00

Albirex Niigata 1 - 0 Omiya Ardija

JPN D2

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Albirex Niigata

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.94

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.44

Scored

Avg. per game

0.56

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.41

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 34 matches

YesNo

20 (59%)14 (41%)

In last 34 matches

NoYes

13 (38%)21 (62%)

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Recent matches

Albirex Niigata

Under /Over

(62%)21 13(38%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(62%)21 13(38%)

Under /Over

(24%)8 26(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)15 19(56%)

Under /Over

(35%)12 22(65%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(32%)11 23(68%)

/Yes

(44%)15 19(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)17 17(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Albirex Niigata

Shots

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total shots

14.94 avg / game

Blocked

150 total

Avg. 4.55

Albirex Niigata

Total shots

11.35 avg / game

Blocked

115 total

Avg. 3.71

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Pass Albirex Niigata

Total passes

14363

Avg. 422 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

20162

Avg. 593 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

58%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Played games

Albirex Niigata

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.32

6.29

214

Corners

161

4.74

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

2.29

Offsides

1.62

2.44

GK saves

2.76

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

DISCIPLINARY

Albirex Niigata

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.26

1.21

0.00

0.06

11.79

401

Fouls

325

9.56

16.44

559

Tackles

480

14.12

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Albirex Niigata Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Albirex Niigata on 26 February 2023 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.

Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Albirex Niigata Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Hiroshima Sanfrecce's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Albirex Niigata'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 Hiroshima Sanfrecce and Albirex Niigata sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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