Nagoya Grampus vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Nagoya Grampus

D W W W L

3rd place in West

2-1

18/03/2026 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

D L D W W

4th place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Nagoya Grampus vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce on 18 March 2026 (kick-off: 06:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Nagoya Grampus vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce preview before placing your bet.

Nagoya Grampus will face Hiroshima Sanfrecce in J-League Division 1 on March 18, 2026 at 06:00.
Nagoya Grampus are currently 3rd with 31 points after 18 matches.
Hiroshima Sanfrecce sit 4th with 30 points from 18 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.13.

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

06:00

2026-03-18

Nagoya Grampus vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce - Prediction & Odds

Nagoya Grampus

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

2026-03-18 06:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2026

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

27/08/2025 05:30

Nagoya Grampus

2 - 4

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JE Cup

28/06/2025 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

1 - 2

Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

20/04/2025 01:00

Nagoya Grampus

2 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

08/09/2024 05:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

0 - 1

Nagoya Grampus

JPN LC

04/09/2024 06:00

Nagoya Grampus

0 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN LC

17/08/2024 06:00

Nagoya Grampus

1 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Nagoya Grampus

17%

Draw

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

83%

Nagoya Grampus Last 6 matches

14/03/2026 01:00

Nagoya Grampus 0 - 3 Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

07/03/2026 03:00

Avispa Fukuoka 1 - 5 Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

01/03/2026 01:00

Fagiano Okayama 1 - 1 Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

21/02/2026 02:00

Nagoya Grampus 1 - 3 V-Varen Nagasaki

JPN D1

15/02/2026 03:00

Gamba Osaka 0 - 0 Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

08/02/2026 01:00

Nagoya Grampus 1 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Hiroshima Sanfrecce

14/03/2026 02:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 2 - 0 Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

11/03/2026 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 0 Johor Darul Takzim

ACLE

04/03/2026 08:15

Johor Darul Takzim 3 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

ACLE

27/02/2026 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 2 Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

22/02/2026 02:00

Cerezo Osaka 1 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

17/02/2026 06:00

FC Seoul 2 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

ACLE

Win

50%

Draw

17%

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

Nagoya Grampus

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.90

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.95

Scored

Avg. per game

0.90

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

14 (70%)6 (30%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

12 (60%)8 (40%)

Nagoya Grampus

Recent matches

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)16 4(20%)

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

Under /Over

(60%)12 8(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

/Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Nagoya Grampus

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Shots

Nagoya Grampus

Total shots

13.70 avg / game

Blocked

61 total

Avg. 3.21

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total shots

16.45 avg / game

Blocked

98 total

Avg. 4.90

Nagoya Grampus Pass Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total passes

8656

Avg. 433 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

8540

Avg. 427 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Nagoya Grampus

Played games

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.25

4.85

Corners

119

5.95

17.45

349

Throw-ins

506

25.30

1.90

Offsides

2.05

3.85

GK saves

2.20

Nagoya Grampus

DISCIPLINARY

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.85

0.95

0.05

0.00

8.85

177

Fouls

228

11.40

8.15

163

Tackles

174

8.70

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How We Build the Nagoya Grampus vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nagoya Grampus vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce on 18 March 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.

Nagoya Grampus vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Nagoya Grampus'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 Nagoya Grampus and Hiroshima Sanfrecce sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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