Albirex Niigata vs Cerezo Osaka Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 Mar 2025

Cerezo to Make Life Tough for Albi

We’ll chance Cerezo Osaka +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and divide our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they meet Albirex Niigata. A win delivers a payout at -108 although a draw would still land a return.

Albi 2-1 Winners in Previous H2H

Albirex Niigata have been beaten in back-to-back games. On their travels, they recently suffered a 2-1 defeat against Kashima Antlers at Kashima Soccer Stadium. Daisuke Kimori's side boasted 61% possession and had five shots on target, with Ken Yamura bagging the goal.

Cerezo Osaka have lost back-to-back games. On their travels, they recently suffered a 2-1 defeat against Kashiwa Reysol at Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium. The Cherry Blossoms managed three shots on goal and had 42% possession, while Sota Kitano found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was Albi who were victorious when they last faced Cerezo. At Yodoko Sakura Stadium, a 2-1 away victory was recorded. The previous 4 H2H meetings have involved two Albi wins, a single draw and one Cerezo victory.

J1 League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
10	Cerezo Osaka	28	10	9	9	42	39	3	42:39	39
20	Albirex Niigata	28	4	8	16	27	48	-21	27:48	20

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6 losses and 4 draws, averaging 0.4 goals from 10.1 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal. Albi have had 53.0% possession and 5.4 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.8 goals from 9.7 attempts and 4.3 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 3.6 corners.

Top scorer Shusuke Ota has found the net 2 times, with Ken Yamura and Soya Fujiwara getting 1 apiece. The top assist makers are Jin Okumura, Kento Hashimoto and Yota Komi, all of whom have 1 on the board.

Cerezo have 4 victories, 5 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 5.4 shots on goal, 15.6 attempts and 1.2 goals. Arthur Papas' men average 52.2% possession, 5.5 corners awarded and 4.1 corners against, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 10.9 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal.

Sota Kitano is the leading scorer with 3 goals, followed by Shunta Tanaka on 2, with Ryosuke Shindo and two others bagging 1. Lucas Fernandes is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 2.

Confirmed Lineups

Albirex Niigata confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Kazuki Fujita (GK), Soya Fujiwara, Michael James Fitzgerald, Hayato Inamura, Yuto Horigome, Shusuke Ota, Taiki Arai, Yuji Hoshi, Kaito Taniguchi, Motoki Hasegawa, Ken Yamura.

Cerezo Osaka confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jin-Hyeon Kim (GK), Hayato Okuda, Ryuya Nishio, Shinnosuke Hatanaka, Kakeru Funaki, Vitor Bueno, Shunta Tanaka, Sota Kitano, Lucas Fernandes, Motohiko Nakajima, Thiago.

Albirex Niigata vs Cerezo Osaka Prediction & Betting Tips

Cerezo Osaka look a quality wager for this J1 League encounter and we can bet the away team at -108 with a +0.25 goal handicap. The latest numbers imply that they can swerve defeat and claim a victory.

We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Albirex Niigata vs Cerezo Osaka league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cerezo in 12 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cerezo in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Albirex in any of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Albirex in any of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Albirex in 12 consecutive games.

Cerezo +0.25 Probability

The bookies are estimating that there is a 51.9% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

The bookmakers give you the chance to buy or sell goals, meaning that you can select from a variety of lines. Buying means shorter prices, with selling sending the odds upwards.

Our Match Prediction

Cerezo Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -108 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Albirex 1 - 2 Cerezo

Cerezo are available at +950 to secure a 2-1 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.

Corners Prediction

Albirex To Have Most Corners -132

In the past four home games, it has been Albirex Niigata with the most corners. Albirex Niigata look value at -132 to rack up the most corners.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Albirex

Total

9.00 5.40 3.60

Home

10.60 5.50 5.10

Away

8.50 4.60 3.90

Cerezo

Total

9.60 5.50 4.10

Home

11.20 6.50 4.70

Away

8.40 4.10 4.30

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-114

Under 9.5

-132

Albirex Corners

Over 4.5

-137

Under 4.5

-102

Cerezo Corners

Over 4.5

+107

Under 4.5

-149

Most Corners

1

-132

X

+550

2

+130

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Albirex Niigata vs Cerezo Osaka Odds

Albirex Niigata are regarded as having a 47% chance of winning this J1 League match according to the bookies’ latest betting odds who have priced them up at +114. Cerezo Osaka are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +220.

If you think there will be two goals or less during the ninety minutes, then Under 2.5 Goals is a potential option.

The football betting sites offer a Draw No Bet market for all J1 League matches and you can back Albirex Niigata at -172 and Cerezo Osaka at +133.

Full-Time Result

1

+114

X

+240

2

+220

Half-Time Result

1

+180

X

+108

2

+265

Double Chance

1X

-303

12

-333

X2

-149

Draw No Bet

1

-172

2

+133

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-118

2 Hcp +0.25

-111

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-147

Over 2.5

+112

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-116

No

-120

Albirex Niigata vs Cerezo Osaka Lineups & Team News

Our Albirex vs Cerezo team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the J1 League squads.

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