Tokyo Verdy desperately need points today 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 in good form (3W 0D 2L recently). Tokyo Verdy travel struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Cerezo Osaka won their last outing, while Tokyo Verdy suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Cerezo Osaka here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Tokyo Verdy, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Cerezo Osaka won 2–1.

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