Our Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Vissel Kobe Prediction: 1-1
Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Vissel Kobe in the Japan J-League is scheduled for an 10:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday August 20, 2025. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Vissel Kobe 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 – Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Gamba Osaka
Determined to maintain their recent success, Sanfrecce Hiroshima must win following their 1-0 Japan J-League victory against Gamba Osaka on August 16. In that match, Sanfrecce Hiroshima had 46% possession and 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 46% | 9 (5) | 1.25 | 53 |
Gamba Osaka | 54% | 0 (0) | 0.06 | 30 |
Vissel Kobe's Last Match – Vissel Kobe vs Yokohama FC
Vissel Kobe will be looking to bounce back after a 0-1 Japan J-League defeat against Yokohama FC on August 16. In that match, Vissel Kobe controlled 62% of possession and managed 9 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vissel Kobe | 62% | 9 (4) | 0.6 | 76 |
Yokohama FC | 38% | 2 (1) | 0.68 | 21 |
Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Vissel Kobe Stats
Key Stats
| Sanfrecce Hiroshima | Vissel Kobe | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.77 | Attacking Strength | 1.2 |
| 0.83 | Defence Strength | 0.77 |
| 2 | Points Per Game | 1.9 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Sanfrecce Hiroshima are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while Vissel Kobe average 1.4 scored and 1.0 conceded per game.