Cerezo Osaka vs Gamba Osaka - J-League
Fixture Preview - 5 July 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Cerezo Osaka hosts Gamba Osaka in a highly anticipated Kansai derby at KINCHO Stadium on Saturday. Cerezo's form has been inconsistent, with two wins and three losses in their last five matches, while Gamba has found their footing with three consecutive victories. Historically, this fixture has been competitive, with Gamba holding a slight edge in recent encounters, winning five of the last ten meetings. Interestingly, both teams have shown vulnerabilities in defence, as evidenced by the fact that both teams have scored in five of their last ten clashes. One angle to consider is the potential for goals, given the attacking talent on display and both teams' recent trends. The odds for over 2.5 goals are set at 1.75, which reflects the likelihood of a high-scoring affair. With both sides eager to secure bragging rights in this derby, expect an open game where both teams will push for victory, making the over 2.5 goals market a compelling option for bettors.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 |  Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 27 | 14 | 4 | 9 | 46 |
| 7 |  Urawa Reds | 26 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 44 |
| 8 |  Kawasaki Frontale | 26 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 39 |
| 9 |  Cerezo Osaka | 26 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 37 |
| 10 |  Fagiano Okayama | 26 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 36 |
| 11 |  Avispa Fukuoka | 26 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 36 |
| 12 |  Gamba Osaka | 27 | 10 | 4 | 13 | 34 |
| 13 |  Shimizu S-Pulse | 26 | 8 | 7 | 11 | 31 |
| 14 |  Tokyo Verdy | 26 | 8 | 7 | 11 | 31 |
| 15 |  FC Tokyo | 26 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 30 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 5, 2025 | Cerezo Osaka | 0–1 | Gamba Osaka | J-League |
| February 14, 2025 | Gamba Osaka | 2–5 | Cerezo Osaka | J-League |
| October 2, 2024 | Cerezo Osaka | 1–0 | Gamba Osaka | J-League |
| May 6, 2024 | Gamba Osaka | 1–0 | Cerezo Osaka | J-League |
| October 28, 2023 | Cerezo Osaka | 1–0 | Gamba Osaka | J-League |
| May 3, 2023 | Gamba Osaka | 1–2 | Cerezo Osaka | J-League |
| July 16, 2022 | Gamba Osaka | 1–2 | Cerezo Osaka | J-League |
| May 21, 2022 | Cerezo Osaka | 3–1 | Gamba Osaka | J-League |
| August 28, 2021 | Gamba Osaka | 0–1 | Cerezo Osaka | J-League |
| May 2, 2021 | Cerezo Osaka | 1–1 | Gamba Osaka | J-League |