Kawasaki Frontale will play host to Cerezo Osaka in the upcoming round of the J1 League on Sunday, 14 July.
Will the hosts find a way to end their winless streak or will Cerezo Osaka continue their good run of form? Find that out and more from our Kawasaki Frontale vs Cerezo Osaka prediction below.
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Kawasaki Frontale vs Cerezo Osaka prediction: A draw with goals on both sides
Key stats
- Three of the last five H2H meetings between Kawasaki Frontale and Cerezo Osaka have ended in draws.
- We saw both teams score in the last five games played by Kawasaki Frontale in all competitions.
- Both teams have scored in seven of the previous 10 H2H meetings between these two teams.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Kawasaki Frontale the more likely winners
- HOME: 21/20 (2.05) – 48.80%
- DRAW: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.30%
- AWAY: 2/1 (3.00) – 33.30%
Looking at these Kawasaki Frontale vs Cerezo Osaka odds we can see that the hosts are the expected winners, although the guests aren't without a chance either.
We were a bit surprised to see Kawasaki as the favourites since Cerezo Osaka are 12 points ahead of them in the standings and in much better form currently, but Kawasaki will have the advantage of playing at home.
In any case, if you enjoyed our predictions for this duel, don't forget to also check out some of our favourite betting tips for today.
Last five H2Hs: Cerezo Osaka have the advantage
Kawasaki Frontale have failed to win any of the last five duels with Cerezo Osaka, losing twice and drawing three times. Meanwhile, Cerezo Osaka also have the advantage when it comes to the overall H2H record against Kawasaki Frontale, although it is quite close: 16-9-13.
Japan J-League 13/04/24
Cerezo Osaka
Kawasaki Frontale
Japan J-League 02/09/23
Cerezo Osaka
Kawasaki Frontale
Japan J-League 18/03/23
Kawasaki Frontale
Cerezo Osaka
Japan J-League Cup 10/08/22
Kawasaki Frontale
Cerezo Osaka
Japan J-League Cup 03/08/22
Cerezo Osaka
Kawasaki Frontale
Kawasaki Frontale preview: Too close to the relegation zone for comfort
While Kawasaki Frontale are without a loss in their last four games in the league, all of those have ended in draws and just one win in their last nine games wasn't enough to keep Kawasaki clear of the relegation zone. At the moment, they are just one point ahead of the first team in the zone, so they need to get some wins sooner rather than later.
Meanwhile, Yuichi Maruyama and Sota Miura are on Kawasaki's injury list at this time.
Predicted lineup: Jung (GK), Wermeskerken, Ominami, Takai, Sasaki, Tachibanda, Seko, Tono, Wakizaka, Marcinho & Yamada
Japan J-League Cup 04/09/24
W
Ventforet Kofu
0
Kawasaki Frontale
1
Japan J-League 01/09/24
L
Consadole Sapporo
2
Kawasaki Frontale
0
Japan J-League 24/08/24
L
Urawa Red Diamonds
1
Kawasaki Frontale
0
Japan J-League 17/08/24
L
Yokohama F-Marinos
3
Kawasaki Frontale
1
Japan J-League 11/08/24
W
FC Tokyo
0
Kawasaki Frontale
3
Cerezo Osaka preview: On a great run and hoping for more
Since Cerezo Osaka have been undefeated in their last eight matches in the J1 League, it's not a surprise to see them in fifth place in the standings right now. However, Cerezo Osaka are still five points behind third place, which would take them into the AFC Champions League, so they need to keep their good form going if they want to play continental football next season.
When it comes to team news, Ryosuke Shindo and Kyohei Noborizato are out with injuries at the moment.
Predicted lineup: Kim (GK), Sakata, Nishio, Toriumi, Funaki, Fernandes, Tanaka, Okuno, Capixaba, Uejo & Ceara
Japan J-League 24/08/24
L
Yokohama F-Marinos
4
Cerezo Osaka
0
Japan J-League 17/08/24
L
Kyoto Sanga FC
5
Cerezo Osaka
3
Japan J-League 11/08/24
L
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
2
Cerezo Osaka
0
Japan J-League 07/08/24
D
Machida Zelvia
0
Cerezo Osaka
0
Elite Club Friendlies 24/07/24
L
Borussia Dortmund
3
Cerezo Osaka
2
Player to watch: Marcinho
While we expect a close game and a draw at the end of it, one of the players that could break the deadlock is Marcinho. The Brazilian winger has five goals for Kawasaki in the league this season, so Cerezo Osaka will have to keep a close eye on him.
Marcinho to score first?
Since four of the five goals that Marcinho has scored in the J1 League so far were the first goal of the respective matches, we can see him repeating that on Sunday too.
