Three points will be up for grabs as Cerezo Osaka and Nagoya Grampus go toe-to-toe with each other on Sunday. View our free Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus predictions below.
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Cerezo Osaka vs Nagoya Grampus predictions: Hosts to claim all the spoils
Key stats
- While Nagoya Grampus have no wins in their last four games, Cerezo Osaka are currently on a five-match unbeaten run.
- Cerezo Osaka opened the scoring in five of their last seven matches, while Nagoya Grampus conceded first in three of their last four games.
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in seven of Cerezo Osaka’s last eight matches.
- The last three encounters between these teams went above the 2.5-goal threshold.
Correct score prediction: Cerezo Osaka 3-1 Nagoya Grampus
While Nagoya Grampus scored in their last four trips to the Yodokou Sakura Stadium, they conceded exactly three goals in three of their last six visits to this stadium.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Cerezo Osaka are clear favourites
- Cerezo Osaka: 13/10 (2.30) – 43.5%
- Draw: 19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
- Nagoya Grampus: 19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The past few weeks have not been very pleasant for Nagoya Grampus. They suffered three defeats in their last four matches, scoring just once in that four-game stretch. This is in contrast with Cerezo Osaka, who have no losses in their last five games.
With that in mind, Cerezo Osaka are the expected winners at 13/10 (2.30). Teams with these odds generally have a 43.5% probability of winning.
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It's also worth mentioning that three goals were scored on average in Cerezo Osaka's last six matches. Given that four of the last five clashes between these teams featured at least three goals, over 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 13/10 (2.30). That one has a 43.5% chance of landing.
Last five H2Hs: Another high-scoring game on the cards?
We've established that recent encounters between these teams were mostly on the high-scoring side. Interestingly, Nagoya Grampus have had Cerezo Osaka's number lately, winning three of the last four skirmishes between these outfits.
Japan J-League 21/04/24
Nagoya Grampus
Cerezo Osaka
Japan J-League 26/08/23
Cerezo Osaka
Nagoya Grampus
Japan J-League 03/06/23
Nagoya Grampus
Cerezo Osaka
Japan J-League 05/11/22
Cerezo Osaka
Nagoya Grampus
Japan Cup 13/07/22
Cerezo Osaka
Nagoya Grampus
Team news and form guide
Cerezo Osaka: Sights set on a six-match unbeaten run
As Cerezo Osaka aim for a Champions League spot, Akio Kogiku will be pleased to have no injured or suspended players ahead of this clash.
Predicted lineup: Kim (GK), Okuda, Nishio, Toriumi, Funaki, Tanaka, Okuno, Fernandes, Uejo, Capixaba & Ceara.
Japan J-League 11/05/25
W
Yokohama F-Marinos
0
Cerezo Osaka
1
Japan J-League 06/05/25
W
Vissel Kobe
1
Cerezo Osaka
3
Japan J-League 03/05/25
W
Kyoto Sanga FC
2
Cerezo Osaka
3
Japan J-League 29/04/25
L
Machida Zelvia
2
Cerezo Osaka
1
Japan J-League 25/04/25
L
Tokyo Verdy
1
Cerezo Osaka
0
Nagoya Grampus: Hoping to put an end to their winless streak
Nagoya Grampus will have to do without Takuya Uchida, who was sent off for two bookable offences in their previous game. Keiya Shiihashi faces a late fitness test, after picking up a knock in the team's loss to Urawa Reds earlier this week.
Predicted lineup: Langerak (GK), Mikuni, Ha, Yoshida, Inagaki, Nakayama, Masui, Kubo, Shiihashi & Yamagishi.
Japan J-League 11/05/25
D
Kyoto Sanga FC
1
Nagoya Grampus
1
Japan J-League 06/05/25
D
Fagiano Okayama
0
Nagoya Grampus
0
Japan J-League 03/05/25
W
Shimizu S-Pulse
0
Nagoya Grampus
3
Japan J-League 29/04/25
L
Kashiwa Reysol
2
Nagoya Grampus
1
Japan J-League 25/04/25
L
Kashima Antlers
1
Nagoya Grampus
0
Player to watch: Leo Ceara
Leo Ceara has been one of the most impressive players in the J League this season. In just 20 appearances, he has 14 goals and one assist to his name. The Brazilian player currently leads the race for the Golden Boot, and will look to add to his tally against Nagoya Grampus.