Prediction for match Shimizu S-pulse — Kyoto Sanga

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

In the upcoming J1 League clash between Shimizu S-pulse and Kyoto Sanga, bookmakers favor Kyoto Sanga. The odds for a Kyoto Sanga win are 2.18, for Shimizu S-pulse - 3.16, and for a draw - 3.42. The probabilities are as follows: Shimizu S-pulse - 29.64%, draw - 27.39%, Kyoto Sanga - 42.97%. This setup reflects a higher estimation of Kyoto Sanga's chances to win this match. The betting line also offers options for totals and both teams to score, allowing for different approaches to the prediction.

Team Results and Statistics

Shimizu S-pulse has an average ball possession of 55.4% over a five-match span, recording 1 yellow card, 10 fouls, and 1.6 offsides per game. Kyoto Sanga trails in ball control with 49.4% but plays more aggressively: 1.8 yellow cards, 16.6 fouls, and 3.2 offsides per match. In their last three games, Shimizu S-pulse lost to Nagoya Grampus 0-1 (08.02.2026), lost to Fagiano Okayama 1-2 (06.12.2025), and lost to Shonan Bellmare 0-1 (30.11.2025). During the same period, Kyoto Sanga lost to Vissel Kobe 2-5 (06.02.2026), defeated Vissel Kobe 2-0 (06.12.2025), and beat Yokohama FC 1-0 (30.11.2025). In their last head-to-head on 20.09.2025, Kyoto Sanga lost to Shimizu S-pulse 0-1.

Goal Statistics

In the last five matches, Shimizu S-pulse has an average of 2.2 goals per game, scoring 0.6 and conceding 1.6. Kyoto Sanga averages 2.0 in total goals, scoring 1 and conceding 1. For over 2.5 goals, Shimizu S-pulse has 2 out of 5 matches over, 3 under, while Kyoto Sanga has 1 over, 4 under. Both teams have 1 out of 5 for over 1.5 goals in the first half, while in the second half, Shimizu S-pulse has 2 out of 5, and Kyoto Sanga has 1 out of 5. Shimizu S-pulse most frequently scores between 76-90 minutes (40%) and concedes early (0-15 - 33%) and late (76-90 - 33%). Kyoto Sanga is most productive between 31-45 minutes (50%) and concedes evenly across three intervals: 16-30, 31-45, and 76-90 (29% each). Neither team shows a strong over-profile for totals, but Shimizu S-pulse is notably low-scoring in attack. Considering these data, a bet on under 2.5 goals at 2.01 seems logical: both teams rarely play high-scoring games, and the goal and over/under 2.5 statistics support a low-scoring trend.

Corners Totals Analysis

Shimizu S-pulse averages 5.6 corners per game over a five-match span, while Kyoto Sanga averages 5.4. For over 9.5 corners, Shimizu S-pulse has 4 out of 5 matches over, and Kyoto Sanga has 2 out of 5. The closest total to the average sum is 9.5, with both options available: over 9.5 corners at 1.64, under 9.5 at 2.04. Kyoto Sanga is the favorite in corner outcomes with odds of 1.92. Given the frequency of over 9.5 corners for Shimizu S-pulse, a bet on over 9.5 corners seems justified, especially considering the high activity of both teams in this metric. It's also worth noting that Shimizu S-pulse tends to take more corners, which could affect the overall number of set pieces.