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V-Varen Nagasaki vs Cerezo Osaka

Japan Japan

J1 League 2026 Peace Stadium
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Match Events

26'
Cools D.
38' Event
Matheus Jesus
Assist: Hasegawa M.
57'
Sub
Shibayama M. In: Nakajima M.
Out: Shibayama M.

AI Match Summary

V-Varen Nagasaki in this J1 League 2026 matchup, with the score ending 1-0 — backing the pre-match view that favored V-Varen Nagasaki.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

4%
V-Varen Nagasaki
6%
Draws
90%
Cerezo Osaka
Draw rate projection: 6% Favored: Cerezo Osaka

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

95% / Very High Confidence
  • V-Varen Nagasaki haven't matched Cerezo Osaka's recent run of results.
  • Cerezo Osaka are the model's pick here, at 90%.
  • Regular J1 League 2026 form gives a decent read on both sides.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
  • Cerezo Osaka have won 4 of the last 5 meetings between these two.

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 82%
Over 2.5 Goals 78%
Over 3.5 Goals 37.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 17%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 73.8%
V-Varen Nagasaki Clean Sheet 20%
Cerezo Osaka Clean Sheet 12%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric V-Varen Nagasaki Cerezo Osaka
Matches Played 30 30
Wins 14 16
Draws 2 1
Losses 14 13
Goals Scored 1.5 2.38
Goals Conceded 1.5 1.5
Expected Goals (xG) 1.50 2.38
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.50 1.50

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

May 9, 2026 J1 League
Cerezo Osaka vs V-Varen Nagasaki
3:2
Feb 28, 2026 J1 League
V-Varen Nagasaki vs Cerezo Osaka
1:0
Aug 19, 2018 J1 League
V-Varen Nagasaki vs Cerezo Osaka
0:2
May 5, 2018 J1 League
Cerezo Osaka vs V-Varen Nagasaki
3:1
Sep 11, 2016 J2 League
Cerezo Osaka vs V-Varen Nagasaki
2:0

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

V-Varen Nagasaki Compare

Top Goalscorer Matheus Jesus
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.15
Avg xA / game 0.75

Cerezo Osaka Compare

Avg xG / game 2.16
Avg xA / game 1.32

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

V-Varen Nagasaki 10 / 100
Cerezo Osaka 83 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
V-Varen Nagasaki Cerezo Osaka

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick CER Win (2)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals & BTTS Yes
Correct Score 1:2
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Attacking prowess: V-Varen Nagasaki scored in 70% of their last 30 outings.

Cerezo Osaka let in goals in 77% of their last 30 matches.

Games between these two average 2.80 goals.

Solid form: V-Varen Nagasaki remains unbeaten in 2 of 5 recent matches.

Scoring Trends

V-Varen Nagasaki VS Cerezo Osaka
1.5 Goals Scored 2.38
1.5 Goals Conceded 1.5
75% Over 1.5 88%
75% Over 2.5 88%
25% Over 3.5 50%

League Standings

PosTeamPWDLGDPts
1Kashima Antlers18150331:1145
2FC Tokyo18130532:1837
3Machida Zelvia18130528:2237
4Kawasaki Frontale18100826:2828
5Verdy18100822:2628
6Urawa Reds18701125:2225
7Yokohama F. Marinos18601228:3120
8Kashiwa Reysol18701122:2420
9Mito18601223:3918
10Chiba18301518:3412
PosTeamPWDLGDPts
1Vissel Kobe18110729:2535
2Cerezo Osaka18110730:2131
3Nagoya Grampus18100833:3131
4Sanfrecce Hiroshima18100831:2330
5Gamba Osaka18100831:2528
6Okayama18801026:2926
7Shimizu S-Pulse18801023:2524
8Kyoto18801022:2823
9V-Varen Nagasaki18701121:2921
10Avispa Fukuoka18701121:3121