Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Nagoya Grampus tips and predictions

Nothing much wrong in prices ahead of tight J1 League encounter

With 21 points, seventh placed Sanfrecce Hiroshima host ninth placed Nagoya Grampus. The visitors are right behind them with 20 points.

What happens here is anyone's guess. The inclination of this write-up is towards the home win but if they're lacklustre then who knows. They'll fancy their chances though.

The hosts are going into the match with 5 home wins from their last 6.

The home team is in some form on their own turf. Sanfrecce Hiroshima scored three or more times in 3 of their recent 4 home matches and their defensive performances should also be recognised. They have only conceded an average of 0.8 goals over their last 12 games.

The visitors haven't had a huge amount to shout about recently. They've scored one or less goals in 10 of their last 12 matches. It is possible this is rendered immaterial. But they will need to improve their finishing if they are to get the job done. They could have put any setbacks behind them and will be looking to lay down a marker now.

In the recent matches between the two teams in this rivalry, Sanfrecce Hiroshima have won 3 in a row.

Don't be surprised to see these sides ending up in parity though. The sportsbooks' prices suggest that one of these sides doesn't look likely to score in a match that could get attritional. It's not a strong view but the odds-against for the Yes BTTS bet could be a fun small stakes side bet.