Cerezo Osaka vs Kawasaki Frontale tips and predictions

Cerezo Osaka warrant consideration for this clash

This might not resonate with fans of the visiting side, but they cannot be tipped up at the prices available.

The hosts go into the match having bagged 7 wins from their last 9 games.

Cerezo Osaka need to quickly find their top gear to have any chance. These home players are playing some good football and they can be a problem. They have scored three or more goals in 5 of their recent 10 matches and they have conceded no more than once in 15 of their last 20 games.

The visitors have underdelivered recently. They've been goalless in 4 of their last 7 matches. It is possible this is rendered immaterial. If so they'll need to improve their finishing if they are to get the job done. After all, they are the favourites for a reason.

Cerezo Osaka have won 8 of the last 14 fixtures between these sides. Maybe the form book can go out the window, but the head-to-head stats provide plenty of encouragement for them even though the odds will tell you otherwise.

Pulling off the win might be a stretch but they can nick something here. Kawasaki Frontale are the favoured side but things will get exciting if Cerezo Osaka can catch them cold. It's not a strong view and it won't be for everyone, but the Yes BTTS bet is the nervous side bet. What about total goals? Well it's Over 3.5 Goals that stands out here given the latest prices.