J1 League Gameweek 8
V-varen Nagasaki vs NS Cerezo Osaka
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Futmetrix Verdict
84
FT
Wed, Sep 16
Omonia Nicosia
1-0
Celta Vigo
⚡ Form
1
⚖️ Balance
76
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
Futmetrix Verdict
93
Plzen
vs
Union St. Gilloise
Thu, Sep 17 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
4
⚖️ Balance
100
🏆 Stakes
100
⭐ Stars
45
A gritty start to European nights.
Futmetrix Verdict
31
FT
Wed, Sep 16
AC Milan
0-2
Benfica
⚡ Intensity
32
⚖️ Balance
28
🏆 Stakes
0
🎲 Upset
60
Benfica silence San Siro with clinical display
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2026 | V-varen Nagasaki | 1 - 0 | Cerezo Osaka | J1 League | Peace Stadium |
| 08/19/2018 | V-varen Nagasaki | 0 - 2 | Cerezo Osaka | J1 League | Nagasaki Prefectural Stadium |
| 05/05/2018 | Cerezo Osaka | 3 - 1 | V-varen Nagasaki | J1 League | Osaka Nagai Stadium |
| 09/11/2016 | Cerezo Osaka | 2 - 0 | V-varen Nagasaki | J2 League | KINCHO Stadium (Ōsaka (Osaka)) |
| 06/08/2016 | V-varen Nagasaki | 1 - 2 | Cerezo Osaka | J2 League | Nagasaki Prefectural Sports Park Athletics Stadium (Isahaya) |
| 11/14/2015 | V-varen Nagasaki | 2 - 0 | Cerezo Osaka | J2 League | Nagasaki Prefectural Sports Park Athletics Stadium |
| 05/17/2015 | Cerezo Osaka | 1 - 2 | V-varen Nagasaki | J2 League | KINCHO Stadium |
02/28/2026
08/19/2018
05/05/2018
09/11/2016
06/08/2016
11/14/2015
05/17/2015
V-varen Nagasaki Win
Cerezo Osaka Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -6
Match Preview
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
V-varen Nagasaki
Cerezo Osaka
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Mid-Table Mediocrity or Hidden Gem at Peace Stadium?
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. With both defenses leaking goals at an alarming rate, this clash offers more chaotic potential than actual tactical quality.
The Setup
V-varen Nagasaki and Cerezo Osaka meet for a mid-table scrap on September 19, 2026. Neither side has pulled up any trees early in this J1 League campaign. Nagasaki sit 14th after a miserable run of form, while Cerezo hover slightly above in 10th. A dismal Stakes rating confirms there is little on the line beyond early-season positioning. What stands out is the abysmal defensive record of both clubs. Generating a horrific Form rating for their respective backlines, they are conceding a combined four goals per game.
Key Battle
Nagasaki's fractured backline against Cerezo's opportunistic attackers. With both teams struggling to keep clean sheets, this game will be decided by whichever defense makes fewer catastrophic errors. The hosts must tighten up centrally to prevent Osaka from exploiting the transition, or it could be a long afternoon.
Our Prediction
Cerezo Osaka edge this 2-1. The visitors are rightful favorites to take the points against a Nagasaki side stuck in a deep rut. Expect a chaotic match where poor defending dictates the flow, allowing Osaka to nick a sloppy late winner.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
With a low overall rating, you can skip this unless you enjoy chaotic defensive errors.
What's the predicted outcome?
Cerezo Osaka are the favorites. We expect a narrow 2-1 away victory.
Where are V-varen Nagasaki and Cerezo Osaka in the league table?
Nagasaki sit 14th, while Cerezo Osaka are slightly ahead in 10th place in the standings.
What is V-varen Nagasaki's current form?
They are struggling massively, recording a dismal run of WLDLL in their last five games.
Who is expected to win this match?
The visitors are favored, holding a 47.8% probability of taking all three points today.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.