Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kyoto Sanga will take place in the J1 League (Japan) during the 2027 season on Saturday, 17 October 2026, at 1:00 AM ET at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima. Get our score prediction, match preview, head-to-head (H2H) record, predicted lineups, live score updates, match statistics, and final result for today’s Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kyoto Sanga fixture on LIVESOCCER.UK.COM.
AI Match Prediction
Sanfrecce Hiroshima enters this fixture sitting second in the J1 League with 20 points, a stark contrast to Kyoto Sanga, who languish in 16th place with only 8 points. While Hiroshima boasts a dominant +16 goal difference, Kyoto struggles with a -5 deficit and has lost four of their last five matches. Hiroshima’s recent 6-1 thrashing of Cerezo Osaka highlights their clinical edge, whereas Kyoto’s inability to secure points against mid-table opposition suggests a significant tactical mismatch.
Even with Kyoto’s occasional upset potential, the statistical gulf between these sides is insurmountable. Kyoto’s defensive fragility remains their primary liability. Predicted Score: 3-0
🤖 AI Match Prediction · Updated October 17, 2026, 4:47 AM ET
Last 5 Matches for Both Teams
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | Tokyo Verdy vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 0 – 2 | W |
| 19 Sep 2026 | Avispa Fukuoka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 0 – 1 | W |
| 12 Sep 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka | 6 – 1 | W |
| 06 Sep 2026 | Fagiano Okayama vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 3 – 2 | L |
| 02 Sep 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Nagoya Grampus | 3 – 0 | W |
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2026 | Kyoto Sanga vs Machida Zelvia | 0 – ? | D |
| 19 Sep 2026 | Fagiano Okayama vs Kyoto Sanga | 1 – ? | L |
| 11 Sep 2026 | Kyoto Sanga vs Kashiwa Reysol | 2 – ? | W |
| 06 Sep 2026 | FC Tokyo vs Kyoto Sanga | 2 – ? | L |
| 02 Sep 2026 | Yokohama F. Marinos vs Kyoto Sanga | 1 – ? | L |
Match Preview
Sanfrecce Hiroshima hosts Kyoto Sanga at the Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima this Saturday, with the home side looking to leverage their superior league standing. Currently sitting third in the J1 League table, Sanfrecce Hiroshima enters the match in a significantly stronger position than their visitors, who occupy 14th place. The fixture serves as a key test for both clubs as they navigate the latter stages of the season, with the home side aiming to solidify their place near the top of the standings.
The two sides have experienced contrasting fortunes in their recent head-to-head encounters. In their meeting earlier this year on February 27, Kyoto Sanga secured a dramatic 2-1 victory, overcoming an early goal from Hayato Araki with late strikes from Papagaio and Henrique. That match was characterized by a physical edge, with Kyoto Sanga collecting five yellow cards compared to none for Sanfrecce Hiroshima, despite the hosts dominating possession and shot volume.
Given the current gap in the league table, Sanfrecce Hiroshima will be eager to avenge that result and maintain their push for the top spots, while Kyoto Sanga will look to replicate the defensive resilience and clinical finishing that defined their previous win against this opponent.
🤖 Match Preview · Updated October 17, 2026, 4:47 AM ET
Match Report
Sanfrecce Hiroshima solidified their position in the J1 League with a dominant 3-0 victory over Kyoto Sanga at the Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima. While the sides remained deadlocked at halftime, the hosts broke the tension immediately after the restart to dismantle the visitors’ defensive structure. The breakthrough arrived in the 48th minute through Daiki Suga, whose opening goal shifted the momentum firmly in favor of Sanfrecce.
Kyoto Sanga struggled to respond as the match progressed, eventually conceding twice more in the closing stages. Akito Suzuki doubled the lead in the 78th minute, and Mutsuki Kato added a third just four minutes later to seal the result. The match was characterized by disciplined play from both sides, with each team receiving only a single yellow card throughout the contest.
This clinical performance reinforces Sanfrecce Hiroshima’s status as a top-tier contender in the current J1 League campaign. Entering the fixture with a strong record, the hosts successfully leveraged their home advantage to secure three points against a Kyoto Sanga side that has faced significant challenges throughout the season. The result serves as a continuation of Sanfrecce's sustained form, further widening the gap between the two clubs in the league standings.
🤖 AI Match Analysis · Updated October 17, 2026, 4:47 AM ET
Final Result Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kyoto Sanga (J1 League, Japan)
Final result Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Kyoto Sanga in the J1 League (Japan) ended with a score of 3 - 0. View match statistics, team lineups, match timeline, goalscorers, and a full match summary.
📊 Match Result · Updated October 17, 2026, 2:59 AM ET
Match Statistics
| Sanfrecce Hiroshima | Statistics | Kyoto Sanga |
|---|---|---|
| 1.94 | expected_goals | 0.75 |
| 412 | Passes accurate | 220 |
| 13 | Shots insidebox | 6 |
| 11 | Shots outsidebox | 1 |
| 7 | Blocked Shots | 2 |
| 14 | Free Kicks | 6 |
| 7 | Shots on Goal | 2 |
| 2 | Goalkeeper Saves | 4 |
| 10 | Shots off Goal | 3 |
| 1 | Offsides | 0 |
| 510 | Total passes | 305 |
| 24 | Total Shots | 7 |
| 1 | Yellow Cards | 1 |
| 9 | Corner Kicks | 4 |
| 6 | Fouls | 14 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| 63% | Ball Possession | 37% |
Team Lineups
Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- 1. K. Osako (G)
- 15. S. Nakano (D)
- 4. H. Araki (D)
- 7. S. Higashi (D)
- 5. N. Arai (M)
- 6. H. Kawabe (M)
- 35. Y. Nakajima (M)
- 18. D. Suga (M)
- 10. A. Suzuki (M)
- 23. S. Ayukawa (M)
- 22. S. Haller (F)
- 99. I. Ouchi (G)
- 9. K. Yengi (F)
- 29. T. Asano (F)
- 11. M. Kato (F)
- 8. T. Kawamura (M)
- 37. Kim Ju-Sung (D)
- 45. S. Kobayashi (M)
- 32. S. Koshimichi (M)
- 14. T. Matsumoto (M)
Kyoto Sanga
- 90. Halls (G)
- 50. Y. Suzuki (D)
- 40. Y. Ishida (D)
- 15. K. Nagata (D)
- 44. K. Sato (M)
- 25. Yoon Sung-Jun (M)
- 24. H. Morooka (M)
- 62. T. Shichi (M)
- 48. R. Nakano (F)
- 23. T. Kato (F)
- 77. H. Arai (F)
- 11. Marco Túlio (F)
- 18. T. Matsuda (M)
- 1. G. Ota (G)
- 17. Alex Negueba (F)
- 5. H. Tawiah (D)
- 43. Weverton (D)
- 60. R. Yamanaka (M)
- 8. T. Yonemoto (M)
- 6. João Pedro (M)
👥 Team Lineups · Updated October 17, 2026, 12:44 AM ET
Match Timeline
Sanfrecce Hiroshima - Kyoto Sanga H2H
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 3 - 0 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League |
| May 17, 2026 | Kyoto Sanga | 0 - 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J1 League |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 - 2 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League |
| Sep 12, 2025 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 - 1 | Kyoto Sanga | J1 League |
| Mar 29, 2025 | Kyoto Sanga | 1 - 0 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | J1 League |
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima menang 3-0 atas Kyoto Sanga. Half-time score: 0 - 0.
Goals for Sanfrecce Hiroshima: ⚽ Daiki Suga 48', ⚽ Akito Suzuki 78', ⚽ Mutsuki Kato 82'.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: Sébastien Haller 67'. Kyoto Sanga: Kyo Sato 31'.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, 1:00 AM ET.
The match is being played at Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima , Hiroshima.
This match is part of J1 League (Japan) the 2027 in Regular Season - 10.
The match is officiated by referee Koei Koya.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima had 63%, while Kyoto Sanga sebesar 37%.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima play in a formation 3-4-2-1 managed by Bartosch Gaul. Kyoto Sanga play in a formation 3-4-3 managed by R. Popović.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima: K. Osako, S. Nakano, H. Araki, S. Higashi, N. Arai, H. Kawabe, Y. Nakajima, D. Suga, A. Suzuki, S. Ayukawa, S. Haller. Kyoto Sanga: Halls, Y. Suzuki, Y. Ishida, K. Nagata, K. Sato, Yoon Sung-Jun, H. Morooka, T. Shichi, R. Nakano, T. Kato, H. Arai.
🔄 Alex Souza → Ryuma Nakano 55' | 🔄 Temma Matsuda → Takaaki Shichi 55' | 🔄 Mutsuki Kato → Shun Ayukawa 63' | 🔄 Taishi Matsumoto → Yotaro Nakajima 63' | 🔄 Kim Ju-sung → Daiki Suga 64' | 🔄 Marco Túlio → Takumi Kato 72' | 🔄 João Pedro → Sung-jun Yoon 72' | 🔄 Takuma Asano → Sébastien Haller 73' | 🔄 Takuji Yonemoto → Hiroto Morooka 80' | 🔄 Takumu Kawamura → Akito Suzuki 86'.
