Nagoya vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Prediction 18 March 2026
🔊 The upcoming clash between Nagoya Grampus and Sanfrecce Hiroshima promises to be an exciting contest. Both teams have delivered strong performances this season, yet their playing styles differ significantly. Nagoya aim to capitalize on their home advantage, while Sanfrecce display confidence on the road.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between the teams took place on 27 August 2025, ending in a 4-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Nagoya Grampus as the home side):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corners: 1 vs 2;
- fouls: 0 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 4.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Nagoya Grampus and Sanfrecce Hiroshima:
- 47 matches played;
- home team wins - 17, away team wins - 20, draws - 10;
- goals scored - 56 for Nagoya, 70 for Sanfrecce;
- average first-half total - 1.15, second-half - 1.53;
- average total goals per match - 2.68.
Head-to-head statistics Nagoya - Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Nagoya Grampus Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the J1 League, featuring Nagoya Grampus at home against Vissel Kobe. The game concluded with a 0-3 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Nagoya Grampus vs Vissel Kobe):
- possession: 53% vs 47%;
- corners: 7 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 4 vs 9.
Nagoya Grampus are eager to improve their performance. In their last five matches, the team has secured two wins but also suffered three losses, indicating a lack of consistency. Despite this, they deliver strong performances at home, where they seldom concede to opponents. Nagoya averages 1.33 goals per match, but their defense is a concern, conceding the same number of goals. Their playing style focuses on dominating the midfield and creating opportunities through quick attacks.
Match Results: Nagoya Grampus
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the J1 League, with Sanfrecce Hiroshima hosting Gamba Osaka. The match concluded with a 2-0 victory for the home side.
Here's the match statistics (Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Gamba Osaka):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 10 vs 3;
- fouls: 12 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima are showcasing impressive form this season. Over their last five matches, the team has secured three wins and suffered two losses, reflecting a consistent performance. On the road, Sanfrecce display an attacking prowess, averaging 1.8 goals per match, although they do concede some defensive errors, allowing an average of one goal per game. The team currently holds second place in the standings, underscoring their ambitions for the season. Their style of play is built on ball possession and swift counterattacks, making them a formidable opponent for any team.
Match Results: Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 47;
- home team wins - 17, away team wins - 20, draws - 10.
Statistics: Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 5;
- wins: 3 vs 4;
- win percentage: 50% vs 80%;
- losses: 3 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 7;
- losses: 6 vs 2;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.19, the guests - 1.49;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.68;
- both teams scored: overall - 28; at the home team's field - 15.
Statistics: Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- average total in the tournament: 2.67 vs 2.8;
- average total goals scored: 1.33 vs 1.8;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.5 vs 0.8;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.83 vs 1;
- Nagoya Grampus: average total at home in the tournament - 0.67;
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima: average total away in the tournament - 2.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1 (home - 0.6) vs 1.6 (away - 2).
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have scored under 1.5 goals in 9 of last 10 away games against Nagoya Grampus (J1 League).
Prediction on corners
Nagoya Grampus: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.67; at home field - 6.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.3; at home field - 5.6.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 7.4, away - 5.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7.7; away - 5.75.
- Nagoya Grampus have taken over 3.5 corners in last 7 home games (J1 League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 47;
- both teams scored all-time - 28 times;
- on the home team’s field - 15 times.
Statistics: Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 5;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 4;
- number of BTTS matches for Nagoya Grampus at home - 1 (33%);
- number of BTTS matches for Sanfrecce Hiroshima away - 2 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Nagoya Grampus at home - 1 (20%);
- BTTS matches for Sanfrecce Hiroshima away - 4 (100%).
- Nagoya Grampus have scored and conceded in 10 of last 11 games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
- Nagoya Grampus have scored and conceded in last 6 games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima (J1 League).
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have scored and conceded in last 6 away games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (10/58, 17.2%);
- Nagoya Grampus at home most often finish matches: 0:3 , 1:0 , 1:3 (1/3, 33.3%);
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima away most often play: 1:2 , 1:3 (1/2, 50%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.17% (odds 6.4)
0:1 - 9.57% (odds 7.3)
1:2 - 8.9% (odds 8.3)
- Nagoya Grampus won 2:1 in 3 of last 4 games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the statistics and form of both teams, the upcoming match promises to be intriguing. Nagoya Grampus are showcasing solid home form, evidenced by their trend of rarely losing on their own turf. Sanfrecce Hiroshima, on the other hand, are delivering impressive results this season, consistently finding the back of the net. Taking into account these factors and the head-to-head statistics, where both teams often manage to score, a bet on both teams to score seems to be the most reasonable option.No comments
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