Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Machida Zelvia: watch online live video broadcast 28.09.2024

The centerpiece of Matchday 32 in Japan’s J-League will be a clash between the two league leaders as Sanfrecce Hiroshima hosts Machida Zelvia.

With just seven rounds remaining in the regular season, both teams are locked in a battle for the championship, sharing the top spot on the table with 59 points each. Both sides are enjoying unbeaten runs in the league—Hiroshima’s streak stands at nine matches, while Machida's is at five.

Hiroshima’s most recent match was a dominant 6-2 home victory over Yokohama Marinos. The team also claimed their first AFC Champions League win, defeating the Philippines’ Kaya FC 3-0 at home. However, it’s worth noting that before these triumphs, Hiroshima was knocked out of the Emperor’s Cup, losing 2-1 to Gamba Osaka in the quarterfinals.

Machida, meanwhile, played their last match at home, securing a goalless draw against Consadole Sapporo. Prior to that, they thrashed Avispa Fukuoka 3-0 on the road. Despite being eliminated from the Emperor’s Cup in the Round of 32, Machida continued their campaign in the J.League Cup before being ousted by Albirex Niigata earlier this month, suffering a heavy 7-0 aggregate defeat.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima is fighting to reclaim the J-League title for the first time since 2015. On the other hand, Machida Zelvia, in their debut season in Japan's top division, has already produced remarkable results, with a title win this season poised to be one of the biggest surprises in Japanese football.

The head-to-head history between these two teams is brief, with only one prior encounter earlier this season, where Hiroshima emerged victorious 2-1. A win today for either team would put them in sole possession of the top spot, while a draw could open the door for reigning champions Vissel Kobe to overtake them.

The match kicks off at 13:00 Central European Time (19:00 local time). If you’re interested in watching the game, Dailysports has prepared a live online stream for you.

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