Cerezo Osaka will face Shimizu S-Pulse in a thrilling J1 League match on Sunday. Find our expert betting tips and free forecast here.
Last week’s fixtures, Cerezo Osaka won 2-0 against Fukuoka. Goals for Cerezo Osaka were drilled by Rafael Ratão and Masaya Shibayama. The home team achieved 1.91 xG and secured the three points. Cerezo Osaka displayed attacking prowess and had more accurate shots. The upcoming home team dominated and justly claimed the victory.
Thus far, Cerezo Osaka has recorded 14 home clean sheets this term. The team’s star striker this season is Rafael Ratão with 7 goals in 18 matches. Cerezo Osaka currently maintains #8 position with 25 points.
Over the last set of fixtures, Shimizu S-Pulse won 3-2 against Vissel Kobe. Goals for Shimizu S-Pulse were converted home by Sen Takagi, Sen Takagi and Koya Kitagawa. It was a shot-packed affair, totaling 31 shots for both teams. The visitors recorded 1.86 xG and won the match. Shimizu S-Pulse posed a big threat and finished with more shots on goal. The visitors exploited their opportunities and took the three points.
To this point, Shimizu S-Pulse has earned 13 away shutouts this season. The club’s best sharpshooter this season is Koya Kitagawa with 8 goals in 18 appearances. Shimizu S-Pulse currently lies at #9 position with 25 points.
Cerezo Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Betting Tips
I anticipate a competitive match ending without a winner. Given recent performances and historical fixtures, the draw represents great value at current odds. This match offers excellent opportunities for UK bettors. The website bet365 offers the best odds for this punt. You can find our best prediction for the match below.
Cerezo Osaka v Shimizu S-Pulse Odds
| Full Time | |||||
| 1 | 2.30 | X | 3.50 | 2 | 2.90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X | 1.40 | X2 | 1.57 | 12 | 1.29 |
| HT 1 | 2.88 | HT X | 2.25 | HT 2 | 3.40 |
| Goals Market | |||||
| BTTS | 1.67 | NO BTTS | 2.10 | ||
| Over 2.5 | 1.70 | Under 2.5 | 2.10 | ||
| Over 3.5 | 2.63 | Under 3.5 | 1.44 | ||
Cerezo Osaka Team Form
- First to concede - 6/8
- Less than 4.5 cards - 8/9
| Date | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 28.05.2025 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 0 - 0 |
| 24.05.2025 | Avispa Fukuoka | 2 - 0 |
| 21.05.2025 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 4 - 1 |
| 18.05.2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 0 - 2 |
| 11.05.2025 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 - 0 |
| 06.05.2025 | Vissel Kobe | 3 - 1 |
| 03.05.2025 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 3 - 2 |
| 29.04.2025 | Machida Zelvia | 1 - 2 |
| 25.04.2025 | Tokyo Verdy | 0 - 1 |
| 20.04.2025 | FC Tokyo | 1 - 1 |
| 16.04.2025 | FC Imabari | 3 - 3 |
Shimizu S-Pulse Team Form
- Without clean sheet - 5
- First to concede - 4/5
- Less than 4.5 cards - 8/8
| Date | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 25.05.2025 | Vissel Kobe | 3 - 2 |
| 17.05.2025 | Kashima Antlers | 0 - 1 |
| 11.05.2025 | Machida Zelvia | 2 - 2 |
| 06.05.2025 | Kashiwa Reysol | 0 - 1 |
| 03.05.2025 | Nagoya Grampus | 0 - 3 |
| 29.04.2025 | FC Tokyo | 2 - 0 |
| 20.04.2025 | Avispa Fukuoka | 3 - 1 |
| 16.04.2025 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 3 - 2 |
| 12.04.2025 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 1 |
| 09.04.2025 | Jubilo Iwata | 1 - 2 |
| 06.04.2025 | Yokohama FC | 0 - 2 |
J1 League Table
| Cerezo Osaka | Opponent | Shimizu S-Pulse | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-0 | Kashima Antlers | 0-1 | ||
| 1-2 | Kashiwa Reysol | 0-1 | ||
| 1-2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1-1 | ||
| 3-1 | Vissel Kobe | 3-2 | ||
| 3-2 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 1-2 | ||
| 1-1 | 0-0 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 1-2 | |
| - | - | Cerezo Osaka | ||
| 0-2 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1-1 | ||
| 1-2 | Machida Zelvia | 2-2 | ||
| 2-0 | Avispa Fukuoka | 3-1 | ||
| 5-2 | Gamba Osaka | 0-1 | ||
| Shimizu S-Pulse | - | - | ||
| 2-1 | Fagiano Okayama | 1-1 | ||
| 1-1 | Nagoya Grampus | 0-3 | ||
| 0-1 | Tokyo Verdy | 1-0 | ||
| 1-2 | Shonan Bellmare | 3-0 | ||
| 1-1 | FC Tokyo | 2-0 | ||
| 2-2 | Albirex Niigata | 2-0 | ||
| 0-2 | Yokohama FC | 0-2 | ||
| 1-0 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 3-2 | ||
| # | Team Name | М | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD | SG | CG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashima | 21 | 41 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 13 | 1.48 | 0.86 |
| 2 | Kashiwa | 21 | 38 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 8 | 1.33 | 0.95 |
| 3 | Hiroshima | 20 | 36 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 1.25 | 0.75 |
| 4 | Vissel Kobe | 20 | 36 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 1.35 | 1.05 |
| 5 | Kyoto Sanga | 21 | 35 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 1.57 | 1.19 |
| 6 | Urawa Reds | 21 | 34 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 1.24 | 0.95 |
| 7 | Cerezo Osaka | 22 | 33 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 1.55 | 1.32 |
| 8 | Kawasaki | 20 | 32 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 1.60 | 1.05 |
| 9 | Machida Z | 21 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 1.24 | 1.19 |
| 10 | Fukuoka | 21 | 29 | 8 | 5 | 8 | -2 | 0.90 | 1.00 |
| 11 | Gamba Osaka | 21 | 28 | 8 | 4 | 9 | -2 | 1.19 | 1.29 |
| 12 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 21 | 27 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 1.29 | 1.29 |
| 13 | Okayama | 21 | 27 | 7 | 6 | 8 | -1 | 0.81 | 0.86 |
| 14 | Nagoya | 21 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 9 | -3 | 1.24 | 1.38 |
| 15 | Tokyo Verdy | 21 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 9 | -9 | 0.67 | 1.10 |
| 16 | Shonan | 20 | 22 | 6 | 4 | 10 | -10 | 0.75 | 1.25 |
| 17 | Tokyo | 20 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | -11 | 0.95 | 1.50 |
| 18 | Albirex Niigata | 20 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 9 | -8 | 1.10 | 1.50 |
| 19 | Yokohama | 21 | 19 | 5 | 4 | 12 | -12 | 0.62 | 1.19 |
| 20 | Yokohama FM | 20 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 12 | -10 | 0.90 | 1.40 |
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