Avispa Fukuoka desperately need points on Wednesday, Mar 10 at 12:00 PM in the J1 League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Avispa Fukuoka travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Sanfrecce Hiroshima won their last outing, while Avispa Fukuoka suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Sanfrecce Hiroshima here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Avispa Fukuoka, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Avispa Fukuoka won 0–1.

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