Stadium: Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Time: 06/18/2023. 12:00
This J-League Cup fixture gets on the double as a derby as Cerezo Osaka pitches against Gamba Osaka for Group E in the league's cup derby. With both sides currently in bottom place and looking to cancel each other out, the hosts would seek to win the favor of fans by winning the derby. One side is sure to win as both sides won't settle for a stalemate. A win for either side has the propensity to propel them towards the second spot. Which side would win this prefecture derby? Get the best analysis carefully prepared as Japan's League Cup kicks off on Matchday 6!
Receive Your Sign-Up Bonus!Cerezo Osaka (4th)
Last two Matches: D-L-L-D-W
In the event of a traction of five points from five matches, Cerezo Osaka has unbelievably plummeted to the bottom spot by a streak of two stalemates, two losses, and one win. Regardless, the team still hopes to retain impetus as they forge onward against Gamba Osaka.
With positivity rising through the roof, Cerezo Osaka faces this game with a resolute will of intent and may get the fairer result given the drive they retain after these tough games.
Sakura has scored seven goals in the last five games and would somehow be skimming to add to the tally if they get a breakthrough from this game.
Gamba Osaka (3rd)
Last two Matches: L-L-W-D-W
Gamba Osaka would try to pull through to Cerezo Osaka in this game. From the way they played their first five games with the sore streak of wins and losses, They look to continue the season with the boost of a successful campaign.
Going into this game, fans expect everything to go as planned and expect the team to seek ways to bring the Cerezo Osaka to their knees while bargaining power.
Should they come out victors, they shall take the first leap off the lower echelon of the table and become prospective cup nominees.
| Teams | Position | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerezo Osaka | 4 | 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Gamba Osaka | 3 | 7 | 4 | 7 |
Expert Betting Tips
A draw is unlikely because both sides have goal-scoring chances, an enthusiastic midfield, and hope for a next-game win. Regardless of this fact, We expect a Double Chance at 1.65 odds (bet365)
Cerezo Osaka seems to be more consistent and would try to secure the most points here. They would seek to maintain their attacking stance since the midfield has a bit of a problem connecting with the frontmen
It may not be too impulsive to predict a Draw at Halftime at 1.85 odds (1xbet). Both Teams are decently paired and we see anything that happens to one end, occurring on the other.
Hence, our final prediction leaves Over 2.5 Match Goals at 2.05 odds (Coinplay)
Best of luck!