Will an outsider create problems? Gamba Osaka vs Shonan Prediction
One of the matches of the 24th round of the Japanese J-League will be played on Saturday at the Panasonic Stadium, where Gamba Osaka will host Shonan. Here is the prediction for this match from the Dailysports expert team.
Gamba Osaka
Dani Poyatos' team is having a very good season and is competing for the gold medals in the J-League. At the moment, Gamba Osaka has 44 points after 23 matches, which allows them to occupy the second place in the standings. They are five points behind the league leaders, Machida Zelvia.
In the last round, Gamba Osaka played an away match against Sagan Tosu, which they won 2-0. This victory was their second in a row and third in the last five rounds. In 11 home matches, Gamba Osaka has secured eight victories, losing only twice. Gamba Osaka is the best home team in the J-League based on points earned at home.
Shonan
"Bellmare" is having a weak season and currently sits third from the bottom in the J-League standings. In 23 matches, Shonan has secured only five victories, losing 11 matches. As a result, they have 22 points and are just one point away from the safe 17th position.
In the last round, Shonan hosted Iwata and crushed their opponent 5-0. Notably, before that, Shonan won 3-2 away against Urawa. In 12 away matches, Shonan has secured two victories and suffered five defeats. However, the team is unbeaten in their last three away matches.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- Gamba Osaka has defeated Shonan in the last two matches, although Shonan won the previous three encounters.
- Both teams have scored in the last three matches between these teams.
- The total over 2.5 goals has been successful in the last three encounters.
Gamba Osaka vs Shonan Prediction
The hosts are deservedly the favorites in this match. The odds for a Gamba Osaka victory are around 1.97. Shonan has won their last two matches, but they have little chance against one of the league favorites in an away game. Our bet is "Gamba Osaka to Win".
