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Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga August 17 2024
Betting Tips & Predictions

Betting Predictions

The top prediction for Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga match indicates a double chance of a draw or a win for Kyoto Sanga.

Double Chance: Draw or Kyoto Sanga: Kyoto Sanga has shown an upward trend in their form, particularly in their last 5 matches. With 45% chances each for a win or a draw, it looks promising against a struggling Cerezo Osaka.

Both Teams to Score: Both teams have a decent scoring record. With Cerezo Osaka's goal average at 1.2 and Kyoto Sanga's recent offensive performance, it’s likely both teams will find the back of the net.

Under 2.5 Goals: Historical data suggests matches between these two often result in fewer goals. Considering the provided odds and team stats, a low-scoring game is probable.

Match preview

Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga match is set to take place at Yodoko Sakura Stadium in Osaka on August 17, 2024, as part of the J1 League Regular Season – 27. Cerezo Osaka currently stands 6th in the league with 38 points. They have shown a mixed form with their last five matches resulting in 3 draws and 2 losses. The home team has managed to score an average of 1.2 goals per match this season. Kyoto Sanga, on the other hand, is struggling at the 18th position with 28 points, fighting to avoid relegation. Despite their position, Kyoto Sanga has managed to win 2 out of their last 5 matches, showing a form improvement. A key aspect of this Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga preview is the form shift and the importance of points for Kyoto Sanga. Given their recent upticks in away games, Kyoto Sanga seems to be in a better place to challenge Cerezo Osaka, who will be aiming to get out of their winless streak. This Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga prediction suggests a competitive matchup at both ends.

Head-to-Head Analysis

The last five head-to-head matches between Cerezo Osaka and Kyoto Sanga have been competitive. The most recent fixture was on June 1, 2024, ending in a 1-1 draw. On November 25, 2023, Kyoto Sanga edged out Cerezo Osaka with a narrow 1-0 victory. On May 14, 2023, Cerezo Osaka won 1-0 against Kyoto Sanga. In the J-League Cup matches on April 19 and April 5, 2023, Kyoto Sanga secured the victories with scores of 2-0 and 4-0, respectively.

• Kyoto Sanga vs Cerezo Osaka – 1-1 – June 1, 2024
• Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga – 0-1 – November 25, 2023
• Kyoto Sanga vs Cerezo Osaka – 0-1 – May 14, 2023
• Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga – 0-2 – April 19, 2023
• Kyoto Sanga vs Cerezo Osaka – 4-0 – April 5, 2023

Squad Analysis

Cerezo Osaka will face Kyoto Sanga with a slightly depleted squad. Key players such as R. Nishio and S. Kagawa are fit for the game, but there are no major injury reports. For Kyoto Sanga, midfielders T. Yonemoto and S. Takeda are expected to play, but their defensive setup might miss some consistency. The absence of critical injuries and suspensions makes for a relatively full-strength encounter in this Cerezo Osaka vs Kyoto Sanga match preview.

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