C-Osaka W vs Albirex Niigata W: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Cerezo Osaka W prepare to host Albirex Niigata W on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 06:00, this JAPAN: WE League - Women fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Cerezo Osaka W, currently 9th in the standings with 15 points from 15 games, trail the leaders by 20 points. They've earned 14 points from 7 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Albirex Niigata W, sitting 5th with 22 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 13 points from 8 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Cerezo Osaka W and Albirex Niigata W have favored Albirex Niigata W, with Cerezo Osaka W claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Omiya Ardija W, Cerezo Osaka W recorded a 0-1 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Albirex Niigata W's last outing came against Kobe Leonessa W, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Cerezo Osaka W are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Cerezo Osaka W and Albirex Niigata W are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Cerezo Osaka W's fixtures have averaged 2.9 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Albirex Niigata W's games average 2.2 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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