Nagoya vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Prediction 27 August 2025
The upcoming clash between Nagoya Grampus and Sanfrecce Hiroshima promises to be thrilling, given their recent performances. Both teams are in good form heading into this match, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the encounter. Nagoya Grampus, despite boasting decent attacking stats, often make defensive errors, which could play into the hands of their opponents. Sanfrecce Hiroshima, on the other hand, are in excellent form, displaying confidence both in attack and defense. Both squads are near full strength, and their tactical setups suggest active play from both sides.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 28 June 2025 and ended with a score of 1-2. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Sanfrecce Hiroshima were the home side):
- possession: 63% vs 37%;
- corners: 8 vs 2;
- fouls: 16 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Nagoya Grampus and Sanfrecce Hiroshima:
- 46 matches played;
- home wins - 17, away wins - 19, draws - 10;
- goals scored - 54 for Nagoya, 66 for Hiroshima;
- average first-half total - 1.11, second-half - 1.5;
- average total goals per match - 2.61.
Head-to-head statistics Nagoya - Sanfrecce Hiroshima

Nagoya Grampus Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the J1 League, with Nagoya Grampus hosting Kawasaki Frontale. The match concluded with a 3-4 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Nagoya Grampus vs Kawasaki Frontale):
- possession: 36% vs 64%;
- corners: 1 vs 3;
- fouls: 6 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 6 vs 5.
Nagoya Grampus showcase an intriguing attacking style. Over their last two matches, they've secured three victories, averaging 2.33 goals per game while conceding just 0.67 goals per match. However, their overall form remains inconsistent, with only three wins in their last 10 games and a high concession rate of 1.7 goals per match. The Grampus have the knack for finding the net consistently, having scored at least once in nine out of their last ten head-to-head encounters against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
Match Results: Nagoya Grampus

Sanfrecce Hiroshima Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the J-League 1 tournament (home team - Tokyo Verdy, visitors - Sanfrecce Hiroshima). The match concluded with a score of 0-3.
Here are the game statistics (Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Tokyo Verdy):
- possession percentage: 41% vs 59%;
- corners: 5 vs 10;
- fouls: 9 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 6.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima are in excellent form, boasting 6 wins in their last 10 matches with an average of 3.67 goals per game, making them a formidable opponent for any team in the league. Recent head-to-head history against Nagoya also highlights the visitors' superiority, with their last encounter ending in a 2-1 victory for Sanfrecce Hiroshima. Their attack is powerful and versatile, thanks to several high-caliber players, allowing the team to operate effectively both through the center and on the wings.
Match Results: Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-head Matches:
- Total encounters - 46;
- First-half wins at home - 7; away - 2; draws - 13;
- Average first-half total: 1.11;
- Today's home team averages 0.59 goals, while the visitors average 0.52.
First-half Statistics: Nagoya Grampus (home) vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 0;
- Wins: 1 (50%) vs 0 (0%);
- Losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- Draws: 1 (50%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 0.5 vs 0;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 2 vs 4;
- Losses: 3 vs 1;
- Draws: 5 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1.5 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.9) vs 1 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.4).
- Nagoya Grampus have drawn the first half at home in 9 of their last 10 matches.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 46;
- Home wins - 17, Away wins - 19, Draws - 10.
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima remain unbeaten in 7 of their last 8 matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's home team average goals - 1.17, away team - 1.43;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.61;
- Both teams scored: overall - 27 times; at home team's field - 14 times.
Statistics: Nagoya Grampus vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- Average tournament total: 3 vs 4.67;
- Average goals scored: 2.33 vs 3.67;
- Average first-half total: 0.67 vs 1.67;
- Average second-half total: 1.67 vs 2;
- Nagoya Grampus: average home total in the tournament - 2.5;
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima: average away total in the tournament - 0;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 1.4) vs 1.6 (away - 1.5).
- Total over 1.5 goals has hit in 7 of Nagoya Grampus' last 8 home matches.
Corners Prediction
Nagoya Grampus: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 7.33; at home - 9;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.4; at home - 4.4.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 7, away - 0;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.8; away - 5.75.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 2.4 (1.2 for home and 1.2 for away);
- Average yellow cards at home field - 1.96 (1.32 for home and 0.64 for away).
Nagoya Grampus: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 1; at home - 1;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.9; at home - 2.2.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 1, away - 0;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 0.6; away - 0.25.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 46;
- Both teams scored overall - 27 times;
- At the home team's field - 14 times.