Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – May 06

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

D L D W W

4th place in West

1-1

Pen. 4-5

06/05/2026 02:00

Vissel Kobe

L D L W D

1st place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe on May 06, 2026 (kick-off: 02:00) 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 for you.

Hiroshima Sanfrecce are currently 4th with 30 points after 18 matches.
Vissel Kobe sit 1st with 35 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Hiroshima Sanfrecce to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors Vissel Kobe, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Hiroshima Sanfrecce have one win, while 0 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

2026-05-06

Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe - Prediction & Odds

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Vissel Kobe

2026-05-06 02:00

STANDINGS UP TO 06/05/2026

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

27/03/2026 06:00

Vissel Kobe

2 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

16/11/2025 02:05

Vissel Kobe

2 - 0

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JE Cup

20/08/2025 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

0 - 1

Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

02/07/2025 06:00

Vissel Kobe

1 - 0

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

08/02/2025 00:35

Vissel Kobe

0 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN SC

05/07/2024 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

1 - 3

Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

17%

Draw

Vissel Kobe

83%

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Last 6 matches

01/05/2026 23:55

Fagiano Okayama 1 - 0 Hiroshima Sanfrecce JPN D1

29/04/2026 01:00

Avispa Fukuoka 2 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce JPN D1

25/04/2026 03:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 2 - 1 Cerezo Osaka JPN D1

18/04/2026 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 2 - 0 V-Varen Nagasaki JPN D1

11/04/2026 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 1 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D1

05/04/2026 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 0 - 1 Avispa Fukuoka JPN D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Vissel Kobe

02/05/2026 02:00

Gamba Osaka 5 - 0 Vissel Kobe JPN D1

29/04/2026 01:00

Vissel Kobe 0 - 0 Cerezo Osaka JPN D1

20/04/2026 12:15

Vissel Kobe 1 - 2 Al-Ahli SFC ACLE

16/04/2026 12:15

Al-Sadd 3 - 3 Vissel Kobe ACLE

11/04/2026 02:00

Vissel Kobe 3 - 2 Nagoya Grampus JPN D1

05/04/2026 01:00

Fagiano Okayama 1 - 4 Vissel Kobe JPN D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

Goals

Scored

307

Avg. per game

1.02

Conceded

188

Avg. per game

0.63

Scored

254

Avg. per game

0.85

Conceded

186

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

190 (63%)110 (37%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

166 (56%)133 (44%)

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Recent matches

Vissel Kobe

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Vissel Kobe

Shots

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total shots

13.93 avg / game

Blocked

623 total

Avg. 4.39

Vissel Kobe

Total shots

11.79 avg / game

Blocked

476 total

Avg. 3.17

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Pass Vissel Kobe

Total passes

87501

Avg. 442 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

91831

Avg. 437 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

300

Played games

Vissel Kobe

299

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

103

0.34

5.70

1711

Corners

1528

5.11

7.75

2324

Throw-ins

2376

7.95

1.50

451

Offsides

466

1.56

2.15

644

GK saves

731

2.44

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

DISCIPLINARY

Vissel Kobe

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.93

279

297

0.99

0.04

0.04

9.15

2745

Fouls

2559

8.56

8.48

2545

Tackles

2516

8.41

NEXT MATCHES

08/08

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Vissel Kobe on 06 May 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.

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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