Japan Emperor's Cup - Hiroshima Sanfrecce VS Gamba Osaka

Japan Emperor's Cup - Hiroshima Sanfrecce VS Gamba Osaka
Match Time: 11-09-2024 17:30 Wednesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Sanfrecce Hiroshima has been in excellent form recently, boasting nine wins and just one defeat in their last ten matches. They have been prolific in attack, averaging 1.9 goals per game, with a slightly lower average of 1.83 goals at home. Defensively, they have been solid, conceding an average of only 0.6 goals per match. Sanfrecce Hiroshima has been consistent, scoring in the second half in 10 of their last 11 games.

Gamba Osaka has shown resilience, with four victories, four draws, and two losses in their last ten matches. They have scored an average of 1.6 goals per game while conceding 1.1 on average. Gamba Osaka has been competitive in their recent outings, although they face a challenging opponent in Sanfrecce Hiroshima.

Head-to-Head
The teams have played against each other 47 times, with Gamba Osaka winning 22 matches and Sanfrecce Hiroshima winning 15. They have drawn 10 times. In their last encounter, Sanfrecce Hiroshima won convincingly with a 3-0 scoreline at home.

Prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima is expected to continue their strong scoring form, particularly in the second half. Given their current momentum and strong home performance, they are favored to avoid defeat. The match is likely to have fewer than 11.5 corners, aligning with recent trends. Additionally, fewer than 2.5 yellow cards are expected, based on the disciplined play observed in their recent encounters.

Pick: Sanfrecce Hiroshima will score goal