Preview V-Varen Nagasaki vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima

[(V-Varen Nagasaki) Strength]:
1. As a newly promoted team, this match is V-Varen Nagasaki's home debut of the new season, and the team certainly hope to make an impact.
2. Brazilian foreign player Jesus scored 19 goals in the J2 League last season, winning the Golden Boot, and he remains the core of V-Varen Nagasaki's attack this season.
3. V-Varen Nagasaki performed excellently in the J2 League last season, finishing second in the league and earning a promotion spot.
4. V-Varen Nagasaki had the best home record in the J2 League last season, and their home performance is commendable.
5. V-Varen Nagasaki scored a total of 63 goals in 38 J2 matches last season, making them the highest-scoring team in the league.

[(Sanfrecce Hiroshima) Strength]:
1. As traditional powerhouses in the J1 League, Sanfrecce Hiroshima have an excellent squad and are highly motivated to secure a season-opening victory.
2. Sanfrecce Hiroshima performed commendably in the J1 League last season, finishing fourth with a record of 20 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses.
3. Sanfrecce Hiroshima also performed well in the AFC Champions League Elite, achieving a record of 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, currently ranking third in the group.
4. Sanfrecce Hiroshima conceded only 14 goals in 19 away league matches last season, demonstrating solid defensive performance.
5. In their two previous encounters, Sanfrecce Hiroshima have won both, giving them a psychological advantage.

[(Sanfrecce Hiroshima) Weakness]:
1. Sanfrecce Hiroshima have won only one of their last four away matches, indicating limited ability to secure victories on the road.

[Tips]:
As a newly promoted team, V-Varen Nagasaki naturally hope to make an impact in the J1 League this new season. This match also marks their home debut of the season, so the team are highly motivated. V-Varen Nagasaki had the best home record in the J2 League last season, and their home performance is commendable. However, facing J1 League powerhouses Sanfrecce Hiroshima, V-Varen Nagasaki are still at a disadvantage in terms of data, indicating that bookmakers do not have confidence in their prospects. This match is expected to result in an away win.

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