Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Urawa Prediction 9 November 2025
In this J-League 1 clash, Sanfrecce Hiroshima face off against Urawa Red Diamonds. The two sides have been on contrasting paths in recent weeks: the hosts currently sit in 5th place, eager to solidify their position in the upper echelons of the table, while the visitors are in 8th, struggling to accumulate points. Sanfrecce Hiroshima are in decent form, having secured 6 wins in their last 10 matches, whereas Urawa Red Diamonds have managed just two victories over the same stretch.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 25 April 2025 and ended with a score of 1-0. Here's a comparative stat breakdown from that encounter (home team - Urawa Red Diamonds):
- possession percentage: 46% vs 54%;
- corners: 5 vs 6;
- fouls: 10 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 1.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Urawa Red Diamonds:
- 44 matches played;
- home team victories: 12, away team victories: 21, draws: 11;
- goals scored: 48 for the home side, 66 for the visitors;
- average goals in the first half: 1, in the second half: 1.59;
- average total goals per match: 2.59.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the AFC Champions League, featuring Sanfrecce Hiroshima as the hosts and Gangwon as the visitors. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match stats (Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Gangwon):
- possession: 37% vs 63%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 5;
- fouls: 10 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 0.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima are showcasing solid performances this season, currently sitting in 5th place on the league table. Known for their organized defense and ability to capitalize on counter-attacks, they have been consistent in their last five matches with two wins and a draw, indicating they are in good form. Their adaptability to opponents' styles makes them a formidable adversary for any team in the league. Most recently, they narrowly lost 1-0 away to Urawa Red Diamonds, adding extra motivation for a comeback.
Match Results: Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Urawa Red Diamonds Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the J1 League (home team - Urawa Red Diamonds, visitors - Machida Zelvia). The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Urawa Red Diamonds vs Machida Zelvia):
- possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corners: 3 vs 7;
- fouls: 12 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
Urawa Red Diamonds are going through a rough patch this season, currently sitting in 8th place on the table. Over their last 10 matches, they've managed just 2 wins, alongside 4 losses and 4 draws, highlighting their inconsistency. Despite these challenges, the attacking potential of the "Red Devils" remains strong, thanks to several talented forwards. In their previous match against Sanfrecce, they secured a 1-0 victory at home.
Match Results: Urawa Red Diamonds
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 44;
- First-half wins for the home team - 4; for the away team - 9; draws - 9;
- Average first-half total: 1;
- Today's home team averages 0.32 goals, while the visitors average 0.68.
First-Half Statistics: Sanfrecce Hiroshima (home) vs Urawa Red Diamonds (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- Wins: 2 (11.76%) vs 5 (29.41%);
- Losses: 1 (5.88%) vs 3 (17.65%);
- Draws: 14 (82.35%) vs 9 (52.94%);
- Average goals scored: 0.35 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0.18 vs 0.47.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 4 vs 2;
- Losses: 2 vs 3;
- Draws: 4 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.3) vs 0.8 (scored - 0.2, conceded - 0.6).
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have drawn the first half at home in 7 of their last 8 matches.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 44;
- Home wins - 12, Away wins - 21, Draws - 11.
Statistics: Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Urawa Red Diamonds
- Matches played in the tournament: 35 vs 35;
- Wins: 17 vs 14;
- Win percentage: 49% vs 40%;
- Losses: 10 vs 10;
- Draws: 8 vs 11.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 6 vs 2;
- Losses: 2 vs 4;
- Draws: 2 vs 4.
- Urawa Red Diamonds have covered a +1.5 handicap in 18 of their last 20 away matches (J-League 1).
- Urawa Red Diamonds have covered a +1.5 handicap in 10 of their last 11 matches.
- Urawa Red Diamonds have covered a +1.5 handicap in 7 of their last 8 J-League 1 matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- The home team averages - 1.09 goals, the away team - 1.5;
- Average total goals in head-to-head - 2.59;
- Both teams scored: overall - 23 times; at the home team's venue - 13 times.
Statistics: Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Urawa Red Diamonds
- Average tournament total: 1.86 vs 2.17;
- Average goals scored: 1.11 vs 1.14;
- Average first-half total: 0.34 vs 0.57;
- Average second-half total: 0.77 vs 0.57;
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima: average home total in the tournament - 0.94;
- Urawa Red Diamonds: average away total in the tournament - 0.94;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 1.2) vs 0.5 (away - 0.4).
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have conceded at home in 9 of their last 10 head-to-head encounters with this team (J-League 1).
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have conceded at home in 7 of their last 8 head-to-head matches with this team.
Corners Prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 6.09; at home - 6.06;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.7; at home - 8.
Urawa Red Diamonds: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 4.91, away - 4.82;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.3; away - 6.2.
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have delivered more than 4.5 corners in seven consecutive head-to-head matches with this team (J-League 1).
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.6 (0.8 for the home team and 0.8 for the away team);
- Average total yellow cards at the home venue - 2 (0.73 for the home team and 1.27 for the away team).
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 0.91; at home - 0.88;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.2; at home - 1.8.
Urawa Red Diamonds: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 0.97, away - 1.29;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.6; away - 2.4.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 44;
- Both teams scored overall - 23 times;
- At the home venue - 13 times.
Statistics: Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Urawa Red Diamonds
- Total matches played in the tournament: 35 vs 35;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 14 vs 17;
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima's BTTS at home - 8 (47%);
- Urawa Red Diamonds' BTTS away - 10 (59%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 5 vs 2;
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima's BTTS at home - 3 (60%);
- Urawa Red Diamonds' BTTS away - 1 (20%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Given the current form of both teams, a closely fought match with few goals seems likely. However, the head-to-head history suggests a strong chance of both teams finding the net. This trend is supported by the fact that Sanfrecce have conceded at home against Urawa in 9 of their last 10 encounters. Additionally, betting on both teams to score holds promising odds due to the visitors' current playing trends-Urawa's attack remains potent even when the hosts' defense is shaky.
Betting Tips: Sanfrecce Hiroshima - Urawa Red Diamonds
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