Yokohama F. Marinos vs Cerezo Osaka Prediction: The Stage Is Set For A Commanding Marinos Win

Yokohama F. Marinos will welcome Cerezo Osaka to the Nippatsu Mitsuzawa Stadium in the 32nd round of the J1 League.

Having won six of their last nine meetings in this fixture, Cerezo Osaka will be out to continue their impressive form against title-chasing Yokohama F. Marinos, although league form points to a different outcome.

Let's have a look at the latest J1 League predictions between Yokohama F. Marinos vs. Cerezo Osaka, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Yokohama F. Marinos

Form: WWLWD

After a comprehensive 4-0 win against Avispa Fukuoka away from home in the 31st round of the J1 League, Yokohama F. Marinos embarked on a journey to keep their hopes of qualifying for the knockout stages of the AFC Champions League alive with a 2-1 win over Kaya FC on the road, which witnessed them claim first place in Group G level on points with second-placed Shandong Taishan.

With four consecutive wins across all competitions while keeping two clean sheets, confidence has surely been high as they have their eyes glued on a first-place finish in the standings. At home, they have maintained a consistent form, with just two losses from nine matches alongside six wins and a solitary draw, which makes them firm favorites to pick up maximum points in front of their fans.

With 60 points collected from 31 matches played so far, Yokohama F. Marinos sit second in the J1 League standings, six points ahead of third-placed Urawa Red Diamonds and two points behind first-placed Vissel Kobe.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

J. Ichimori; K. Yoshio, Dudu, Y. Saneto, K. Matsubara; K. Watanabe, R. Yamane; Elber, A. Uenaka, Y. Matheus; A. Lopes

Cerezo Osaka

Form: WDLLL

Cerezo Osaka were the standout performers in the Osaka derby against Gamba Osaka in the 31st round of the J1 League, which was going to be a given as this match was played on their home turf, Yodoko Sakura Stadium. An early Léo goal in the opening eight was enough to see them claim a 1-0 victory, snatching the bragging rights.

It goes without saying that a win couldn't have come at a better time, having been on a four-match winless run, picking up three losses and a draw, with their last victory being on September 2nd against Kawasaki Frontale (3-0) at home. During this winless streak, their lack of proficiency in front of goal was glaring, as they went four consecutive matches without finding the back of the net, and it wouldn't come as a surprise if they were to drop points in this one.

With 49 points collected from 31 matches played so far, Cerezo Osaka sit sixth in the J1 League standings, one point ahead of the seventh-placed Kashima Antlers and three points behind a fourth-place finish.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

J. Kim; S. Maikuma, M. Jonjić, K. Toriumi, K. Funaki; M. Shibayama, S. Kagawa, S. Uejo; J. Croux, Léo, Capixaba

Match Facts

• Yokohama F. Marinos have lost two of their sixteen home matches in the J1 League.
• Cerezo Osaka are currently on a three-match winless run when playing away in the J1 League.
• Yokohama F. Marinos averages 2.27 goals per game when playing at home, and Cerezo Osaka averages 1.13 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 34 meetings, Yokohama F. Marinos have won 8 times, Cerezo Osaka have won 14 times, and there have been 12 draws.

Expert Betting Tips

Yokohama F. Marinos are not obliged to drop points in this clash, as doing so will minimize their chances of piping Vissel Kobe into first place, and with three games left to spare, time is not on their side. However, they'll be motivated by their impressive home form to claim a hard-fought win in this one.

As such, we don't envision the home side, who have been far the better side on paper in the league this season, dropping points in front of their own fans, and picking them up to win in the full-time market should surface.In the last 34 meetings, Yokohama F. Marinos have won 8 times, Cerezo Osaka have won 14 times, and there have been 12 draws.

• Full-time Result - Yokohama F. Marinos for 1.95
• Total - Over 3 for 1.83
• Corners - Over 9.5 for 1.66