Avispa Fukuoka desperately need points on Friday, Apr 9 at 12:00 PM in the J1 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Cerezo Osaka come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). Avispa Fukuoka travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Cerezo Osaka here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Avispa Fukuoka, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Cerezo Osaka won 0–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Cerezo Osaka look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Avispa Fukuoka will make it uncomfortable. Cerezo Osaka to win.