NTV Beleza W host Sanfrecce Hiroshima Regina W on Sunday, May 9 at 11:00 AM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 points in the Women's WE League, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

NTV Beleza W come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 0D 1L). Sanfrecce Hiroshima Regina W are in mixed form (2W 0D 1L), making this a relatively even contest on current form. NTV Beleza W head into this on the back of a defeat, while Sanfrecce Hiroshima Regina W arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours NTV Beleza W here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Sanfrecce Hiroshima Regina W, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in NTV Beleza W won 0–2.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives NTV Beleza W a slight edge, but Sanfrecce Hiroshima Regina W are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.