Gamba Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 08 Dec 2024

Gamba Expected to Cover the Line

By backing Gamba Osaka +0.5 at +102.5, we are essentially betting on the home team to avoid defeat. We think that this can be achieved against Sanfrecce Hiroshima, with the stats backing up this Asian Handicap prediction.

1-1 Draw in Previous H2H Encounter

Gamba Osaka triumphed in their last game 1-0, making it three on the bounce. This was an away victory at Denka Big Swan Stadium against Albirex Niigata. Dani Poyatos' team enjoyed 52% possession and had five shots on target, with the winning goal scored by Kota Yamada in the 18th minute.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima have experienced back-to-back away losses. In their previous game, they beat Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo at home, winning 5-1 at EDION Stadium Hiroshima. Sanfrecce recorded 47% possession and managed nine shots on goal, with Pieros Sotiriou finding the net twice.

Head-to-Head Statistics

We saw Sanfrecce and Gamba draw 1-1 at EDION Stadium Hiroshima when the teams last went head-to-head. Looking back to the previous 10 H2H meetings, there has been three draws. Sanfrecce have won four games and Gamba three.

J1 League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
5	Sanfrecce H.	23	12	3	8	27	18	9	27:18	39
10	Gamba Osaka	23	9	4	10	27	30	-3	27:30	31

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Gamba have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 14.5 attempts. They have averaged 55.7% possession, 538.4 passes and 4.2 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.4 goals from 4.7 shots on goal, 13.1 attempts and 4.6 corners.

Top goalscorer is Isa Sakamoto on 4 goals, while Takashi Usami has bagged 3 and Kota Yamada 2. Keisuke Kurokawa and Takashi Usami have been top assistors with 3.

Sanfrecce have 6 victories, 3 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 2.3 goals from 7.5 shots on goal and 20.3 attempts. Michael Skibbe's men have averaged 51.2% possession, 463.2 passes, 6.7 corners taken and 2.9 corners against, while conceding 1.4 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts.

Tolgay Arslan has scored 6 goals, followed by Mutsuki Kato on 4 and Pieros Sotiriou with 3. Mutsuki Kato has had 3 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Gamba Osaka confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Jun Ichimori (GK), Riku Handa, Shinnosuke Nakatani, Shota Fukuoka, Keisuke Kurokawa, Dawhan, Tokuma Suzuki, Ryoya Yamashita, Kota Yamada, Welton, Isa Sakamoto.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Keisuke Osako (GK), Tsukasa Shiotani, Hayato Araki, Sho Sasaki, Shuto Nakano, Shunki Higashi, Taishi Matsumoto, Hayao Kawabe, Mutsuki Kato, Tolgay Arslan, Pieros Sotiriou.

Gamba Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Prediction & Betting Tips

Gamba Osaka +0.5 can deliver a return for this J1 League clash. We’ll side with the home team on the Asian Handicap, with the stats backing up this selection which is on offer at odds of +102.5.

Injuries and suspensions are taken into account by the experts at Sportsgambler.com. Our football tips are also shaped by the latest form, with the stats playing a big part before predictions are made.

Key Gamba Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima league stats:

• The +0.5 line has been covered by Gamba in all of their last 5 games.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Gamba in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Gamba in 5 consecutive games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 12 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 2 consecutive games on the road.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Gamba in 6 of their last 10 games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.

Gamba +0.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 49.4% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Gamba 2 - 2 Sanfrecce

We think there’s a chance of a 2-2 draw and this can be backed at odds of +1300. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Gamba Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Odds

Sanfrecce Hiroshima are the -125 favourites and that means a 56% chance of winning this J1 League match according to the betting odds at the bookies. The market suggests that Gamba Osaka are least likely to win at +310.

It’s hard to split the odds between Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals for this match.

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Full-Time Result

1

+310

X

+290

2

-125

Half-Time Result

1

+375

X

+120

2

+140

Double Chance

1X

-105

12

-400

X2

-450

Draw No Bet

1

+225

2

-300

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.75

-125

2 Hcp -0.75

+105

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+110

Over 2.5

-143

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-150

No

+110

Gamba Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Lineups & Team News

If you’re looking for Gamba vs Sanfrecce team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.

The J1 League squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

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