Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 August

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

W D L W W

4th place in J-League Division 1

0-1

20/08/2025 03:00

Vissel Kobe

L D D D D

5th place in J-League Division 1

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe on 20 August 2025 (kick-off: 03:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe preview before placing your bet.

Hiroshima Sanfrecce will face Vissel Kobe in J-League Division 1 on August 20, 2025 at 03:00.
Hiroshima Sanfrecce are currently 4th with 68 points after 38 matches.
Vissel Kobe sit 5th with 64 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.23.

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

03:00

2025-08-20

Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe - Prediction & Odds

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Vissel Kobe

2025-08-20 03:00

STANDINGS UP TO 20/08/2025

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

01 Kashima Antlers	76	38	23	7	8	58	31	27
02 Kashiwa Reysol	75	38	21	12	5	60	34	26
03 Kyoto Sanga	68	38	19	11	8	62	40	22
04 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	68	38	20	8	10	46	28	18
05 Vissel Kobe	64	38	18	10	10	46	33	13
06 Machida Zelvia	60	38	17	9	12	52	38	14
07 Urawa Red Diamonds	59	38	16	11	11	45	39	6
08 Kawasaki Frontale	57	38	15	12	11	67	57	10
09 Gamba Osaka	57	38	17	6	15	53	55	-2
10 Cerezo Osaka	52	38	14	10	14	60	57	3
11 FC Tokyo	50	38	13	11	14	41	48	-7
12 Avispa Fukuoka	48	38	12	12	14	34	38	-4
13 Fagiano Okayama	45	38	12	9	17	34	43	-9
14 Shimizu S-Pulse	44	38	11	11	16	41	51	-10
15 Yokohama Marinos	43	38	12	7	19	46	47	-1
16 Nagoya Grampus	43	38	11	10	17	44	56	-12
17 Tokyo Verdy	43	38	11	10	17	23	41	-18
18 Yokohama FC	35	38	9	8	21	27	45	-18
19 Shonan Bellmare	32	38	8	8	22	36	63	-27
20 Albirex Niigata	24	38	4	12	22	36	67	-31

Head To Head

02/07/2025 03:00

Vissel Kobe

1 - 0

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

07/02/2025 21:35

Vissel Kobe

0 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN SC

05/07/2024 03:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

1 - 3

Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

15/03/2024 22:00

Vissel Kobe

0 - 0

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

16/09/2023 03:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

2 - 0

Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

12/05/2023 22:00

Vissel Kobe

2 - 0

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Vissel Kobe

50%

Draw

17%

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

33%

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Last 6 matches

16/08/2025 03:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 0 Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

10/08/2025 02:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 0 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

06/08/2025 02:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 3 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse

JE Cup

20/07/2025 03:00

Albirex Niigata 0 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

16/07/2025 03:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 5 - 2 Fujieda MYFC

JE Cup

05/07/2025 02:55

Fagiano Okayama 0 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Vissel Kobe

16/08/2025 03:00

Vissel Kobe 0 - 1 Yokohama FC

JPN D1

10/08/2025 03:00

Machida Zelvia 2 - 0 Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

06/08/2025 03:00

Vissel Kobe 1 - 1 Toyo University

JE Cup

27/07/2025 03:00

Vissel Kobe 1 - 3 FC Barcelona

INT CF

20/07/2025 03:00

Fagiano Okayama 1 - 2 Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

16/07/2025 03:00

Vissel Kobe 1 - 1 Ventforet Kofu

JE Cup

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

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

Vissel Kobe

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.84

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

0.76

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.45

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

23 (61%)15 (39%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

20 (53%)18 (47%)

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Recent matches

Vissel Kobe

Under /Over

(58%)22 16(42%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(55%)21 17(45%)

Under /Over

(11%)4 34(89%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

/Yes

(42%)16 22(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(42%)16 22(58%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Vissel Kobe

Shots

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total shots

15.13 avg / game

Blocked

62 total

Avg. 4.77

Vissel Kobe

Total shots

13.97 avg / game

Blocked

82 total

Avg. 3.73

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Pass Vissel Kobe

Total passes

16408

Avg. 432 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

15320

Avg. 403 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Played games

Vissel Kobe

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.37

6.18

235

Corners

218

5.74

25.55

971

Throw-ins

1050

27.63

1.37

Offsides

2.26

GK saves

2.21

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

DISCIPLINARY

Vissel Kobe

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.87

0.84

0.03

0.00

10.89

414

Fouls

344

9.05

11.32

430

Tackles

406

10.68

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How We Build the Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe on 20 August 2025 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 Vissel Kobe 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 Vissel Kobe'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 Vissel Kobe sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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