Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Yokohama Prediction
In an exciting J-League 1 clash, Sanfrecce Hiroshima hosts Yokohama. The home team is in excellent form, having won 7 of their last 9 matches. Meanwhile, the "Mariners" from Yokohama, although unbeaten in 12 of their last 13 away games, show less convincing results. The bookmakers' odds indicate an advantage for the hosts, but Yokohama is known for their resilience. A tactical battle is expected: Sanfrecce will likely focus on ball control and their attacking capabilities, while Yokohama will try to capitalize on counterattacks. The match promises to be intense and unpredictable.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Yokohama:
- 11 matches played;
- number of wins for the home team - 6, for the away team - 2, draws - 3;
- number of goals - 21 to 6;
- average total for the 1st half - 1.18, for the 2nd half - 1.27;
- average total goals per match - 2.45.
The last game took place on 16 July 2023 at Sanfrecce Hiroshima's field and ended with a score of 1:1.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Sanfrecce Hiroshima Team Overview
Sanfrecce Hiroshima is showcasing impressive form this season. The team occupies top positions in the league table, thanks to a powerful attack and reliable defense. Over the last 10 matches, they have secured 7 victories, averaging 2.4 goals per game while conceding only 0.8. Their home form is also impressive, having won 8 out of their last 9 home games. Sanfrecce is renowned for its ball control and ability to create dangerous chances at the opponent's goal. However, despite their dominance in attack, the team occasionally makes defensive errors, which could provide an opportunity for their opponents. In their last head-to-head meeting with Yokohama, they drew 1-1, adding intrigue to the upcoming match.
Match Results: Sanfrecce Hiroshima

Yokohama FC Team Overview
Yokohama is known for their resilience and ability to adapt to the opponent's game. Although their current form is not very impressive, they continue to fight for every point. In the last 10 matches, the team has secured only 2 victories, but they rarely lose away - only once in the last 13 matches. Their attacking power leaves much to be desired with an average scoring rate of only 0.6 goals per game, but their defense is quite strong, allowing just one goal on average per match. Yokohama will aim to capitalize on their counter-attacking opportunities against Sanfrecce's attacking style.
Match Results: Yokohama FC
Prediction on Outcome
Head-to-head Matches:
- number of encounters - 11;
- number of wins for the home team - 6, for the away team - 2, draws - 3.
- Yokohama wins with a +1.5 handicap away in 23 of the last 24 matches.
- Yokohama wins with a +1.5 handicap in 5 consecutive matches.
- Yokohama wins with a +1.5 handicap in 8 consecutive matches in the J-League 1 tournament.
Prediction on Total
Head-to-head Matches
- home team average goals - 1.91, away team - 0.55;
- average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.45;
- both teams scored: overall - 4 times; at the home team's field - 4 times.
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima concedes in 8 of the last 9 matches in the J-League 1 tournament.
Prediction on Corners
Trends- Total under 8.5 corners occurred in 6 of the last 7 home matches of Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
Prediction on Cards
Head-to-head Matches
- average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.1 (0.55 for the home team and 0.55 for the away team);
- average total yellow cards at the home team's field - 1.8 (0.4 for the home team and 1.4 for the away team).
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 1.67; at home - 1;
- last 10 matches: average total - 0.7; at home - 0.75.
Yokohama: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 1, away - 2;
- last 10 matches: average total - 0.3; away - 0.5.
Prediction on Both Teams to Score
Head-to-head Matches:
- number of encounters - 11;
- both teams scored overall - 4 times;
- at the home team's field - 4 times.
Editor's Prediction
The match between Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Yokohama promises to be intense and rich in tactical moves. Despite the apparent advantage in form and statistics for the home team, Yokohama has repeatedly proven its resilience on the road. Considering current trends and statistics, the most likely outcome seems to be a victory for Sanfrecce Hiroshima; however, the possibility of a draw should not be excluded. When predicting the outcome of the match, we recommend paying attention to the double chance for Sanfrecce Hiroshima given their consistent results at home and overall confidence in the game.