Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Vissel Kobe - J-League
Fixture Preview - 20 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima will host Vissel Kobe at EDION Stadium on Wednesday, 20 August, in a crucial J-League clash. The home side comes into the match with a solid recent form, recording three wins and a draw in their last five outings. In contrast, Vissel Kobe has struggled, managing just one point from their last five matches, which places them in a precarious position as they seek to turn their fortunes around. A key angle to consider is Sanfrecce's home advantage, where they have historically performed well against Vissel Kobe, winning five of the last ten encounters at home. The odds reflect this trend, with Sanfrecce priced at 2.4 to win. Additionally, both teams have shown vulnerabilities in defence, making the "Both Teams to Score" market at 2.05 an appealing option. With Sanfrecce's attacking prowess against a faltering Vissel Kobe side, this match promises to be an intriguing contest, with the potential for goals at both ends.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Kashima Antlers | 27 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 51 |
| 3 |  Machida Zelvia | 28 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 50 |
| 4 |  Kashiwa Reysol | 27 | 14 | 8 | 5 | 50 |
| 5 |  Vissel Kobe | 28 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 50 |
| 6 |  Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 28 | 15 | 4 | 9 | 49 |
| 7 |  Urawa Reds | 27 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 44 |
| 8 |  Kawasaki Frontale | 27 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 42 |
| 9 |  Fagiano Okayama | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 39 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 20, 2025 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 0–1 | Vissel Kobe | J-League |
| July 2, 2025 | Vissel Kobe | 1–0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J-League |
| July 5, 2024 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1–3 | Vissel Kobe | J-League |
| March 16, 2024 | Vissel Kobe | 0–0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J-League |
| September 16, 2023 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 2–0 | Vissel Kobe | J-League |
| May 13, 2023 | Vissel Kobe | 2–0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J-League |
| October 8, 2022 | Vissel Kobe | 4–0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J-League |
| March 6, 2022 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1–1 | Vissel Kobe | J-League |
| September 5, 2021 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1–1 | Vissel Kobe | J-League |
| May 1, 2021 | Vissel Kobe | 3–0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J-League |