Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki Prediction: 1-1

Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki in the Japan J-League is scheduled for an 05:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday April 18, 2026. A 1-1 draw is our predicted outcome, with both teams expected to score, making BTTS a solid betting option.

This Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Sanfrecce Hiroshima's Last Match – Vissel Kobe vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima

Sanfrecce Hiroshima must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 1-2 Japan J-League defeat against Vissel Kobe on March 27. In that match, Sanfrecce Hiroshima recorded 42% possession, attempting 8 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Vissel Kobe	58%	6 (2)	1.99	40
Sanfrecce Hiroshima	42%	8 (3)	1.49	39

V-Varen Nagasaki's Last Match – Fagiano Okayama vs V-Varen Nagasaki

V-Varen Nagasaki will look to carry forward their winning form after a 1-0 Japan J-League success over Fagiano Okayama on March 21. In that match, V-Varen Nagasaki had 53% possession and 5 attempts at goal, with 3 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Fagiano Okayama	47%	9 (2)	0.72	60
V-Varen Nagasaki	53%	5 (3)	1.05	38

Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Sanfrecce Hiroshima are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, while V-Varen Nagasaki average 1.3 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.