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V-Varen Nagasaki vs Cerezo Osaka - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Japan
J1 League Peace Stadium, Nagasaki 
Match Events
17'
17'
Sub
Hatanaka S. In: Hernandez J.
Out: Hatanaka S.
17'
17'
Yamada R.
34'
34'
Matheus Jesus
Assist: Onaga H.
AI Match Summary
Neither side could be separated in this J1 League matchup, with the score ending 1-1.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
33%
30%
37%
Draw rate projection: 30% Favored: Cerezo Osaka
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
37%
/ Low Confidence
- Form's been kind to Cerezo Osaka lately — more wins on the board than V-Varen Nagasaki.
- Model puts this one close, with a 39% draw probability.
- This is a straightforward league game — the season-long numbers should hold up.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
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 70%
Over 4.5 Goals 32%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 73.4%
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 | 28 | 28 |
| Wins | 10 | 17 |
| Draws | 2 | 4 |
| Losses | 16 | 7 |
| Goals Scored | 1.18 | 1.61 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.68 | 1.18 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Sep 19, 2026 J1 League
V-Varen Nagasaki vs Cerezo Osaka
1:1
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
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
V-Varen Nagasaki Compare
Top Goalscorer Matheus Jesus
1 Goals Avg xG / game 0.92
Avg xA / game 0.6
Cerezo Osaka Compare
Avg xG / game 0.91
Avg xA / game 0.56
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
V-Varen Nagasaki 32 / 100
Cerezo Osaka 29 / 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
V-Varen Nagasaki Cerezo Osaka
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Cerezo Osaka Win (2)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 4:6
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
V-Varen Nagasaki scored in 75% of their last 28 games.
Cerezo Osaka's defensive record shows goals conceded in 64% of 28 matches.
These sides typically produce 2.80 goals when they meet.
V-Varen Nagasaki has registered 3 games unbeaten in their last 5 outings.
Scoring Trends
V-Varen Nagasaki VS Cerezo Osaka
1.25 Goals Scored 1
1.63 Goals Conceded 1.13
88% Over 1.5 63%
50% Over 2.5 25%
38% Over 3.5 13%
Recent Form & Match History
V-Varen Nagasaki
(Home) 07 Oct
Shimizu S-Pulse
2 : 1 V-Varen Nagasaki
29 Sept
Gainare Tottori
2 : 0 V-Varen Nagasaki
19 Sept
V-Varen Nagasaki
1 : 1 Cerezo Osaka
12 Sept
V-Varen Nagasaki
2 : 0 Nagoya Grampus
09 Sept
Kochi United
0 : 1 V-Varen Nagasaki
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19 Sept
V-Varen Nagasaki
1 : 1 Cerezo Osaka
12 Sept
V-Varen Nagasaki
2 : 0 Nagoya Grampus
02 Sept
V-Varen Nagasaki
2 : 2 Gamba Osaka
29 Aug
V-Varen Nagasaki
0 : 3 FC Tokyo
26 Aug
V-Varen Nagasaki
3 : 2 Ehime
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Cerezo Osaka
(Away) 10 Oct
Cerezo Osaka
0 : 0 Yokohama F. Marinos
07 Oct
Cerezo Osaka
2 : 0 Kagoshima United
29 Sept
Fujieda MYFC
1 : 2 Cerezo Osaka
19 Sept
V-Varen Nagasaki
1 : 1 Cerezo Osaka
12 Sept
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
6 : 1 Cerezo Osaka
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29 Sept
Fujieda MYFC
1 : 2 Cerezo Osaka
19 Sept
V-Varen Nagasaki
1 : 1 Cerezo Osaka
12 Sept
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
6 : 1 Cerezo Osaka
29 Aug
Vissel Kobe
1 : 0 Cerezo Osaka
15 Aug
Avispa Fukuoka
3 : 0 Cerezo Osaka
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League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 21:14 | 21 |
| 2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 22:6 | 20 |
| 3 | Machida Zelvia | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 22:10 | 20 |
| 4 | FC Tokyo | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 17:8 | 20 |
| 5 | Vissel Kobe | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 14:9 | 19 |
| 6 | Kashima Antlers | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 19:16 | 16 |
| 7 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 13:9 | 15 |
| 8 | Kawasaki Frontale | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 17:14 | 13 |
| 9 | Okayama | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 12:12 | 13 |
| 10 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 8:9 | 13 |
| 11 | Urawa Reds | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 16:21 | 12 |
| 12 | Cerezo Osaka | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7:12 | 12 |
| 13 | Mito | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 12:13 | 9 |
| 14 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 11:16 | 9 |
| 15 | Nagoya Grampus | 9 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 9:15 | 9 |
| 16 | Kyoto | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 11:16 | 8 |
| 17 | Avispa Fukuoka | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 11:13 | 7 |
| 18 | Gamba Osaka | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8:16 | 6 |
| 19 | Chiba | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 8:19 | 5 |
| 20 | Verdy | 9 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 4:14 | 4 |
Promotion - AFC Champions League 2027/2028 (League phase)
Relegation - J2 League 2027/2028 (Main)
