As the second-tier strong team of the league, Cerezo Osaka ranked fifth last season, and they should not to be underestimated in terms of strength.
They have not made much of a difference in the new campaign, which began with a 4-1 win over Matsumoto Yamaga FC, who were relegated last season.
On the other hand, Oita Trinita, the dark-horse last season, lost to poor Shonan Bellmare in their first game of Japan League Cup.
So the hosts should earn our favor in this game.