Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki: Preview, H2H, Stats

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Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms

The upcoming meeting between Sanfrecce Hiroshima and V-Varen Nagasaki takes place at EDION Stadium on 18 April 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Japan J-League. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima tend to overload midfield areas.

V-Varen Nagasaki tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.

Recent Form

Sanfrecce Hiroshima

L L L W L

V-Varen Nagasaki

W L W L W

Sanfrecce Hiroshima have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.

In contrast, V-Varen Nagasaki come into this match full of confidence after an outstanding run of results. Confidence should be high going into the next match.

Recent Form Home/Away

Sanfrecce Hiroshima (Home)

W L D

V-Varen Nagasaki (Away)

W L W L
Sanfrecce Hiroshima's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

V-Varen Nagasaki show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Sanfrecce Hiroshima

- - - + -

V-Varen Nagasaki

+ - + - +

Sanfrecce Hiroshima are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

In contrast, V-Varen Nagasaki have shown good defensive stability, keeping several clean sheets recently. They look fairly disciplined in defence.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Sanfrecce Hiroshima (Home)

+ - -

V-Varen Nagasaki (Away)

+ - - -
There is little difference in Sanfrecce Hiroshima's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

V-Varen Nagasaki's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Sanfrecce Hiroshima

+ + + - +

V-Varen Nagasaki

- + - + -

Sanfrecce Hiroshima have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

In contrast, V-Varen Nagasaki have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Much depends on the opponent.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Sanfrecce Hiroshima (Home)

- + -

V-Varen Nagasaki (Away)

- + + -
A rare pattern, with Sanfrecce Hiroshima's goals flowing more freely in away fixtures.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for V-Varen Nagasaki.

Scoring Consistency

Sanfrecce Hiroshima

+ + + + +

V-Varen Nagasaki

+ + + + +

Sanfrecce Hiroshima show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Also, V-Varen Nagasaki have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Sanfrecce Hiroshima (Home)

+ + +

V-Varen Nagasaki (Away)

+ + + -
Sanfrecce Hiroshima's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

V-Varen Nagasaki's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.

On average Sanfrecce Hiroshima scores 1.3 and concedes 1 goals in home matches, while V-Varen Nagasaki averagely scores 1.5 and concedes 1.5 goals in away matches.
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki Video Content

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Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

On average Sanfrecce Hiroshima scores after every 10.8 shots, while V-Varen Nagasaki gets averagely 14.8 shots in a game.
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs V-Varen Nagasaki Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Sanfrecce Hiroshima fielded the below lineup in the last match against Vissel Kobe: Ouchi; Sasaki, Araki, Shiotani; Arai, Matsumoto, Kawabe, Nakano; Nakamura, Kinoshita, Suzuki
In their last match against Fagiano Okayama starting lineup of V-Varen Nagasaki was the following: Hatano; Eduardo, Teruyama, Shindo; Yoneda, Pituca, Yamaguchi, Iwasaki; Matsumoto, Campbell; Matheus
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