Cerezo Osaka vs Albirex Niigata Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 11 Aug 2025
J1 League Betting Preview: Cerezo Osaka vs Albirex Niigata
Cerezo Osaka host Albirex Niigata in this Japanese J1 league match at Yodoko Sakura Stadium, with kick-off set for 06:00 on Monday 11 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.
Can Cerezo Gain the Upper Hand?
There’s a strong case for siding with Cerezo Osaka when it comes to the Full-Time Result betting market. We think the favourites could prove too strong for Albirex Niigata and odds of -152 are attractive.
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Previous H2H Encounter Ended 2-2
Cerezo Osaka played out a 3-3 draw when last in action. This was on the road at Lemon Gas Stadium Hiratsuka against Shonan Bellmare. Arthur Papas' side had seven shots on target and boasted 57% possession, while Lucas Fernandes, Rafael Ratao and Thiago got among the goals.
Albirex Niigata have lost in their previous five outings. In a recent home game at Denka Big Swan Stadium, they were turned over 2-0 by Sanfrecce Hiroshima. The Swans enjoyed 55% possession and recorded one shot on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The most recent clash between the teams saw Cerezo draw 2-2 away to Albi at Denka Big Swan Stadium. The past 5 H2H matches have included two Albi victories, two draws and one Cerezo win.
J1 League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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24 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 37 | 33 | 4 | 37:33 | 34 |
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24 | 4 | 7 | 13 | 24 | 41 | -17 | 24:41 | 19 |
5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts. Cerezo have had 54.8% possession and 5.5 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.2 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 10.0 attempts, while being awarded 5.1 corners.
Rafael Ratao is the top scorer with 7 goals, while Lucas Fernandes, Thiago and Masaya Shibayama each have 2. Lucas Fernandes has made the most assists with 7.
Albirex Niigata – Last 10 League GamesAlbi have won 2, lost 7 and drawn 1, with an average of 0.9 goals from 9.5 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 58.4% possession, 4.6 corners awarded and 4.7 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 2.1 goals from 10.2 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal.
The top scorers have been Danilo, Kaito Taniguchi and Motoki Hasegawa, with 2 goals apiece. Keisuke Kasai, Ryuga Tashiro and Eiji Miyamoto have been the top assists providers with 1 in the previous 10 games.
Cerezo Osaka vs Albirex Niigata Prediction & Betting Tips
From our main match prediction to correct score advice, corners insight and a custom bet builder — this Cerezo Osaka vs Albirex Niigata betting preview covers it all.
Match Prediction
Cerezo Osaka look like a spot of value at -152 when it comes to the latest betting. They should be able to deliver a victory in this J1 League game based on the information available and we’re feeling confident.
It’s always a case of checking out the latest J1 League team news to make expert football predictions. Then we get to work when it comes to unearthing the stats that are the most valuable.
Key Cerezo Osaka vs Albirex Niigata league stats:
Cerezo to Win Probability
The best football betting sites make it a 60.2% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our tipsters research has found that the actual probability is closer to 70%. This is why we can recommend this wager.
Those who are looking for bigger odds when backing Cerezo should consider the Asian Handicap. Place a wager on them to cover the line that makes the most appeal.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves Cerezo winning 2-0. Odds of +650 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.
Corners Prediction
The 3.5 corners line has been covered by Albirex Niigata in four straight games, while Cerezo Osaka have let the opposition have an average of 5.60 corners in their last 5 home matches. If you agree with our verdict that the Albi Team Corners line is too low, go for odds of -150 that they go over.






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Bet Builder Tips
A bet builder always adds excitement and the picks are Cerezo Osaka on the 1x2, one or both teams not scoring along with Albirex Niigata Over 3.5 corners.
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Cerezo Osaka vs Albirex Niigata Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Bookies Make Cerezo Favourites to Win
With a 60% chance of winning according to the latest odds, Cerezo Osaka are favourites to prosper in this J1 League encounter and they’re available at -152 with the bookies. Albirex Niigata are the +340 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
If you wager Cerezo -0.75 on the Asian Handicap at -122, your stake is split between -0.5 and -1.0. A 2+ goal victory over Albi achieves a full payout, with a one goal win meaning half the stake is a winner and the other half refunded.
For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. A different approach is a Both Teams to Score bet and Yes has been priced at -130.
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Past Ten Cerezo Games at Home Have Yielded Six Wins
Cerezo have recorded six victories, two draws and two defeats in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 0.90.
Albirex Niigata have been defeated in five straight away matches. The Swans have finished with seven losses, two victories and one draw in the past 10 away games, scoring an average of 0.90 goals per match and conceding 1.70.
The last Yodoko Sakura Stadium meeting saw Albi beat Cerezo 2-1.
Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
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6-2-2 | 2.40 | 1.50 | 0.90 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | |
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2-1-7 | 2.60 | 0.90 | 1.70 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No


- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 5.20 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.10 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 4.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 54.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 58.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.10% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Cerezo Osaka this season are Rafael Ratao (11), Lucas Fernandes (4), Motohiko Nakajima (4)
- Top Assistors for Cerezo Osaka this season are Lucas Fernandes (15), Sota Kitano (4), Rafael Ratao (3)
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Cerezo Osaka vs Albirex Niigata Lineups & Team News
Make sure to look over the Cerezo vs Albirex team news before betting. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the J1 League along with up-to-date injury news.
Previous Cerezo Osaka Lineups
Previous Albirex Niigata Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | Vissel Kobe | 24 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 34:22 | 46 |
2 | Kashima Antlers | 24 | 14 | 2 | 8 | 36:24 | 44 |
3 | Kashiwa Reysol | 24 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 33:23 | 44 |
4 | Kyoto Sanga | 24 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 40:29 | 42 |
5 | Sanfrecce H. | 24 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 29:18 | 42 |
6 | Urawa Reds | 25 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 34:25 | 41 |
7 | Machida Zelvia | 24 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 34:25 | 40 |
8 | K. Frontale | 25 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 40:31 | 38 |
9 | Avispa Fukuoka | 25 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 26:25 | 35 |
10 | Cerezo Osaka | 24 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 37:33 | 34 |
11 | Gamba Osaka | 24 | 10 | 4 | 10 | 29:31 | 34 |
12 | Tokyo Verdy | 25 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 16:24 | 31 |
13 | F. Okayama | 24 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 20:22 | 30 |
14 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 24 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 29:32 | 30 |
15 | FC Tokyo | 24 | 8 | 5 | 11 | 27:34 | 29 |
16 | Nagoya Grampus | 24 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 28:33 | 28 |
17 | Shonan Bellmare | 24 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 20:37 | 24 |
18 | Yokohama F.M. | 25 | 5 | 6 | 14 | 23:33 | 21 |
19 | Albirex Niigata | 24 | 4 | 7 | 13 | 24:41 | 19 |
20 | Yokohama | 25 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 15:32 | 19 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | Kashima Antlers | 13 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 23:12 | 29 |
2 | Urawa Reds | 13 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 20:10 | 29 |
3 | Vissel Kobe | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 17:10 | 23 |
4 | K. Frontale | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 25:18 | 22 |
5 | Kyoto Sanga | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 18:10 | 21 |
6 | Gamba Osaka | 11 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 17:11 | 21 |
7 | Cerezo Osaka | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 17:12 | 21 |
8 | Nagoya Grampus | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 16:10 | 19 |
9 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 18:14 | 19 |
10 | Kashiwa Reysol | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 14:12 | 19 |
11 | Sanfrecce H. | 11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 12:10 | 19 |
12 | Tokyo Verdy | 13 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 10:12 | 19 |
13 | F. Okayama | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 13:11 | 18 |
14 | Avispa Fukuoka | 13 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 14:13 | 18 |
15 | FC Tokyo | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 15:16 | 18 |
16 | Yokohama | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 9:17 | 14 |
17 | Machida Zelvia | 11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 13:14 | 13 |
18 | Shonan Bellmare | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 12:14 | 13 |
19 | Yokohama F.M. | 13 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 13:17 | 13 |
20 | Albirex Niigata | 12 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 14:21 | 11 |



































