Cerezo Osaka FC vs FC Machida Zelvia, J. League 2024 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Cerezo Osaka FC vs FC Machida Zelvia — J. League at Yodoko Sakura Stadium.
- Cerezo Osaka FC 18 games · 31 pts (2026/26)
- FC Machida Zelvia 18 games · 37 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vissel Kobe | 18 | 35 |
| 2 | Cerezo Osaka FC | 18 | 31 |
| 3 | Nagoya Grampus | 18 | 31 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 18 | 30 |
| 5 | Gamba Osaka | 18 | 28 |
| 6 | Fagiano Okayama FC | 18 | 26 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 18 | 24 |
| 8 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 18 | 23 |
| 9 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 18 | 21 |
| 10 | Avispa Fukuoka | 18 | 21 |
| 11 | Kashima Antlers | 18 | 45 |
| 12 | FC Tōkyō | 18 | 37 |
| 13 | FC Machida Zelvia | 18 | 37 |
| 14 | Kawasaki Frontale | 18 | 28 |
| 15 | Tokyo Verdy | 18 | 28 |
| 16 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 18 | 25 |
| 17 | Kashiwa Reysol | 18 | 20 |
| 18 | Yokohama F·Marinos | 18 | 20 |
| 19 | FC Mito Holly Hock | 18 | 18 |
| 20 | JEF United Ichihara Chiba | 18 | 12 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | FC Machida Zelvia | H | 0–0 | D |
| 20 Jul | Albirex Niigata | H | 1–2 | L |
| 14 Jul | Kawasaki Frontale | A | 1–1 | D |
| 06 Jul | Tokyo Verdy | A | 1–1 | D |
| 30 Jun | Nagoya Grampus | H | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Jun | Sagan Tosu FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | Cerezo Osaka FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 20 Jul | Yokohama F·Marinos | H | 1–2 | L |
| 14 Jul | Tokyo Verdy | A | 1–0 | W |
| 06 Jul | Nagoya Grampus | H | 1–0 | W |
| 30 Jun | Gamba Osaka | A | 3–1 | W |
| 26 Jun | Vissel Kobe | A | 0–0 | D |
Season Stats
| Cerezo Osaka FC | FC Machida Zelvia | |
|---|---|---|
| #2 | Position | #13 |
| 31 | Points | 37 |
| 18 | Played | 18 |
| 11 / 0 / 7 | W / D / L | 13 / 0 / 5 |
| 48 | Scored | 42 |
| 38 | Conceded | 33 |
| +10 | GD | +9 |
| 1.72 | PPG | 2.06 |
| 61% | Win % | 72% |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
75%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
28%
Clean Sheets
Cerezo Osaka FC this season
Cerezo Osaka FC this season
44%
Clean Sheets
FC Machida Zelvia this season
FC Machida Zelvia this season
Cerezo Osaka FC are 2nd (31 pts). FC Machida Zelvia are 13th (37 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Cerezo Osaka FC
0-15
3/1
16-30
4/1
31-45
3/1
46-60
2/2
61-75
2/3
76+
6/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
FC Machida Zelvia
0-15
2/–
16-30
1/–
31-45
2/1
46-60
3/1
61-75
2/1
76+
–/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The wait is over. FC Machida Zelvia get us underway at Yodoko Sakura Stadium.
- 5' Cerezo Osaka FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 10' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 15' has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 0 of the last 0 meetings.
- 20' The referee has no hesitation. Hiroki Mochizuki is booked for FC Machida Zelvia — card on 20.
- 25' Supporters expect more eagerness from Leo Ceara, as he is very good at scoring at Yodoko Sakura Stadium with 9 goals in the last 8 games.
- 27' The referee does not hesitate — a card for Yuki Soma on 27 minutes.
- 32' Cerezo Osaka FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 37' Hirotaka Tameda has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 4 cards already picked up this season.
- 42' The energy levels are beginning to show. Go Kuroda might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 47' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Cerezo Osaka FC and FC Machida Zelvia are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 49' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for Lucas Fernandes.
- 51' Ibrahim Dresevic has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 51.
- 56' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 61' Cerezo Osaka FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined FC Machida Zelvia backline.
- 64' Another change for Cerezo Osaka FC made on 64 minute. Lucas Fernandes leaves to be changed by Ryogo Yamasaki.
- 68' A change in the FC Machida Zelvia ranks — Yuki Soma exits the field as Mitchell Duke enters on 68.
- 73' Cerezo Osaka FC have won 396 goals from 369 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 78' The home supporters are growing impatient. Cerezo Osaka FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 82' The Cerezo Osaka FC manager makes a substitution. Hirotaka Tameda departs to be replaced by Vitor Bueno.
- 87' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 89' Another change for FC Machida Zelvia made on 89 minute. Leo Ceara leaves to be changed by Erik.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. take all three points.
Lineups
Cerezo Osaka FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 77
- 9
- 25
- 6
- 14
- 10
- 33
-
19
Hirotaka Tameda ↓ Vitor Bueno 82'
- 24
- 21
- 48
Bench
-
29
Ryogo Yamasaki ↑ 64'
-
55
Vitor Bueno ↑ 82'
- 7
- 1
- 17
- 38
- 16
Coach
Akio Kogiku
FC Machida Zelvia Lineups
Starting XI
- 1
- 3
- 45
- 25
-
7
Yuki Soma ↓ Mitchell Duke 68'
- 5
- 8
- 9
- 10
- 33
- 90
Bench
- 11
- 22
-
15
Mitchell Duke ↑ 68'
- 47
- 26
- 42
Coach
Go Kuroda
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Se-hun Oh | 3 |
| Thiago Andrade | 1 |
| Ibrahim Dresevic | 1 |
| Sang-ho Na | 1 |
| Kotaro Hayashi | 1 |
| Leo Ceara | 1 |
| Mitchell Duke | 1 |
Head to Head
Cerezo Osaka FC Form
FC Machida Zelvia Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.56
Cerezo Osaka FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.55
FC Machida Zelvia xG
I would bet for:
Cerezo Osaka FC or FC Machida Zelvia 73% + Both teams to score 62%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 3.11
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 82% |
|
18% |
| ± 2.5 | 59% |
|
41% |
| ± 3.5 | 38% |
|
62% |
| ± 4.5 | 21% |
|
79% |
Double Chance
Cerezo Osaka FC or Draw
65%
Draw or FC Machida Zelvia
62%
Cerezo Osaka FC or FC Machida Zelvia
73%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.7%
2 – 1
8.1%
1 – 2
8%
2 – 2
6.3%
1 – 0
6.2%
0 – 0
Actual
0 – 1
6.1%
2 – 0
5.4%
0 – 2
5.3%
3 – 1
4.2%
1 – 3
4.2%
3 – 2
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Cerezo Osaka FC
| Handicap | Cerezo Osaka FC covers | Push | FC Machida Zelvia covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 11% | 81% |
| -1.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| -1 | 19% | 18% | 63% |
| -0.5 | 37% | — | 63% |
| +0.5 | 63% | — | 37% |
| +1 | 63% | 18% | 18% |
| +1.5 | 82% | — | 18% |
| +2 | 82% | 11% | 7% |
| +2.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
Clean Sheet
Cerezo Osaka FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✗
FC Machida Zelvia keeps clean sheet
22%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.