Cerezo Osaka

Cerezo Osaka is a professional football club based in Osaka, Japan. The club was founded in 1957 and currently competes in the J1 League, the top tier of Japanese football. Cerezo, which means “cherry blossom” in Spanish, reflects the team’s association with the cherry blossoms that are prominent in Japan’s culture and landscape. The club’s colors are pink and white, symbolizing the cherry blossom. Cerezo Osaka has a strong following and is known for its competitive spirit, having achieved various successes in domestic and continental competitions over the years. The team’s home matches are played at the Yanmar Stadium Nagai.