Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kawasaki Frontale
Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima, Hiroshima · Capacity 28,520 · grass
Match events
- 15'T. Shiotani
- 29'M. Kato (Shunki Higashi)
- 45+1'M. Kato
Lineups
- 2.4
- Goals/game
- 1.2
- 0.7
- Conceded/game
- 1.2
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 2-1
Data suggests that Sanfrecce Hiroshima is in strong form, having won their last four matches with consistent scoring. Conversely, Kawasaki Frontale's recent performances show difficulty in scoring, with an average of only 0.9 goals in their last ten matches. Given these patterns and Sanfrecce's home advantage, they appear favored to secure a victory in this matchup.
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima won last 4 matches, scoring an average of 2.2 goals per game.
- Kawasaki Frontale has drawn their last 2 matches and has struggled to score, averaging only 0.9 goals per game in their last 10 matches.
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima has a strong home advantage, winning their only home match played this season.
Confidence is high because the probability gap between outcomes is decisive, and the bookmaker market agrees closely with this read, and recent form, standings and head-to-head data are all available.
AI-generated statistical analysis, not betting advice. No outcome is guaranteed. 18+ | Please gamble responsibly.
Why AI favors Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- Strong home recordSanfrecce Hiroshima
Sanfrecce Hiroshima have won 1 of their last 2 home matches.
1/2 home wins - Weak away recordKawasaki Frontale
Kawasaki Frontale have won 0 of their last 2 away matches.
0/2 away wins - Higher league positionSanfrecce Hiroshima
Sanfrecce Hiroshima sit 10 places above Kawasaki Frontale in the table.
#4 vs #14 - Strong recent formSanfrecce Hiroshima
Sanfrecce Hiroshima are unbeaten in their last 5 matches, including 5 wins.
5W 0D 0L
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
What could change the prediction
- AI and market are closely aligned
The bookmaker market and our model currently see this match almost identically, which limits how differentiated this pick is.
How did our prediction do?
We picked Sanfrecce Hiroshima at 62% — final result was a draw, Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Kawasaki Frontale.
Predicted score was 2-1.
This was a high confidence pick (100/100) that didn't come through — a reminder that no forecast is guaranteed.
Closing odds vs. our model
Last tracked odds before kickoff, compared against our AI's pre-match probability for the same outcome.
Match trends
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have averaged 2.4 goals scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Kawasaki Frontale have averaged 1.2 goals scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 of the last 8 meetings between these two sides.
- Both teams scored in 6 of the last 8 head-to-head matches.
Head-to-head
Last 8 meetings
Kawasaki Frontale
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Match winner
Total goals (2.5 line)
Both teams to score
Double chance
Clean sheet
Average and best price across 14 bookmakers we track. Odds change continuously — shown for reference only, not a recommendation.
Match winner — odds movement
Model vs market
"Market" is the average bookmaker price converted to an implied probability with the bookmaker's built-in margin removed, for a fair comparison against the AI's own probability estimate.
League standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +6 | 7 | DWW |
| 14 | Kawasaki Frontale | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | DDD |
Pre-match comparison
Rolling averages based on each team's last 10 and 10 finished matches; clean sheets/failed-to-score are full-season totals.
When do they score?
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Kawasaki Frontale
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FC TokyoFrequently asked questions
Who is likely to win Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kawasaki Frontale?+
Our AI model favors Sanfrecce Hiroshima to win, with a 62% probability (Draw 21%, Kawasaki Frontale 17%).
Where is Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kawasaki Frontale played?+
The match is played at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima, Hiroshima (capacity 28,520).
What time does Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kawasaki Frontale kick off?+
Kickoff is at Aug 22, 2026, 10:15 AM (your local time, based on your device).