The J1 League heats up as Machida Zelvia face Shimizu S-Pulse on 5 July 2025. Our detailed guide covers recent form, player stats, head-to-head records, and betting markets to enhance UK bettors’ wagering strategy.
- Machida Zelvia is on a 4-game winning streak.
- Shimizu S-Pulse has been without a win in their last 4 games.
- Shimizu S-Pulse has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 3 games.
- 6 of Machida Zelvia's last 6 games have had over 2.5 goals.
- 4 of Shimizu S-Pulse's last 5 games have had under 2.5 goals.
- 5 of Machida Zelvia's last 7 games have seen both teams score.
- 10 of Machida Zelvia's last 10 and 9 of Shimizu S-Pulse's last 10 games have had under 4.5 cards.
Machida Zelvia, currently 8th with 34 points from 22 matches, are coming off a 4-0 victory against Albirex Niigata on 29 June 2025. Goals from Shota Fujio, Yuki Soma (brace) and Takuma Nishimura sealed the win. Their defence struggles at home, with only 2 clean sheets in 10 home games this season, leaving them vulnerable to conceding. Leading the attack are Yuki Soma (6 goals in 19 appearances) and Takuma Nishimura (6 goals in 18 appearances). Machida Zelvia has created on average 2.14 xG in their last five fixtures, showing growing attacking cohesion. Their recent form is exceptional, with 4 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss in their last 5 games, making them a formidable force. Having scored 30 goals and conceded 25 in 22 matches this season, Machida Zelvia play a more open style, with games often featuring higher-scoring outcomes.
Shimizu S-Pulse, sitting 14th with 27 points, are in poor form, winless in their last 3 matches. Their latest result was a 0-2 defeat against Kashiwa on 28 June 2025. Commanding the frontline is Koya Kitagawa, who has scored 8 goals in 22 appearances. Shimizu S-Pulse have generated an average of 0.92 xG in their last five matches. Shimizu S-Pulse have mixed form, with 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last 5 games, making their performance a bit unpredictable.
Head-to-Head Record
- In last 5 head-to-head games, Machida Zelvia and in last 3 head-to-head games, Shimizu S-Pulse have had been without clean sheet.
- 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games between Machida Zelvia and Shimizu S-Pulse have had over 2.5 goals.
- 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games between Machida Zelvia and Shimizu S-Pulse have seen both teams score.
- 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games between Machida Zelvia and Shimizu S-Pulse have had under 4.5 cards.
Machida Zelvia Team News and Key Players
| Player Name | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Total Shots | Shots on Target | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihachi Okamura | 22 | 0.14 | 0.05 | 0.77 | 0.32 | 1.45 |
| Gen Shoji | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0.27 | 0.05 | 1.50 |
| Henry Heroki Mochizuki | 16 | 0.06 | 0 | 1.06 | 0.38 | 1.38 |
| Hiroyuki Mae | 19 | 0 | 0.05 | 0.53 | 0.05 | 1.47 |
| Hokuto Shimoda | 20 | 0 | 0.05 | 1.05 | 0.10 | 0.95 |
| Ibrahim Drešević | 20 | 0.05 | 0 | 0.35 | 0.10 | 1.95 |
| Kotaro Hayashi | 19 | 0.11 | 0.05 | 0.37 | 0.16 | 1.84 |
| Ryohei Shirasaki | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0.13 | 0 | 1.00 |
| Ryuho Kikuchi | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1.50 | 0.25 | 2.00 |
| Sang-Ho Na | 19 | 0.21 | 0.05 | 1.32 | 0.42 | 0.26 |
| Se-hun Oh | 19 | 0.05 | 0 | 1.37 | 0.47 | 0.32 |
| Takuma Nishimura | 18 | 0.33 | 0.17 | 1.78 | 0.72 | 0.61 |
| Yuki Soma | 19 | 0.32 | 0.26 | 2.16 | 0.89 | 0.68 |
| Yuta Nakayama | 17 | 0 | 0.18 | 0.47 | 0.18 | 1.18 |
- #1 - Kosei Tani (Goalkeeper)
- #50 - Daihachi Okamura (Defender)
- #4 - Ryuho Kikuchi (Defender)
- #3 - Gen Shoji (C) (Defender)
- #6 - Henry Heroki Mochizuki (Midfielder)
- #16 - Hiroyuki Mae (Midfielder)
- #18 - Hokuto Shimoda (Midfielder)
- #26 - Kotaro Hayashi (Midfielder)
- #20 - Takuma Nishimura (Forward)
- #7 - Yuki Soma (Forward)
- #9 - Shota Fujio (Forward)
Shimizu S-Pulse Team News and Key Players
| Player Name | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Total Shots | Shots on Target | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capixaba | 17 | 0.06 | 0.12 | 1.29 | 0.35 | 1.59 |
| Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi | 17 | 0.06 | 0 | 0.59 | 0.18 | 1.24 |
| Kai Matsuzaki | 19 | 0.21 | 0.16 | 1.11 | 0.32 | 0.58 |
| Koya Kitagawa | 22 | 0.36 | 0 | 1.59 | 0.73 | 0.41 |
| Masaki Yumiba | 8 | 0 | 0.13 | 0.50 | 0.13 | 1.25 |
| Mateus Brunetti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 | 0 | 1.67 |
| Matheus Bueno | 22 | 0.05 | 0.09 | 0.91 | 0.14 | 1.41 |
| Riku Gunji | 1 | 1.00 | 0 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0 |
| Sen Takagi | 15 | 0.13 | 0.13 | 0.80 | 0.27 | 1.47 |
| Takashi Inui | 22 | 0.09 | 0.05 | 1.91 | 0.59 | 0.73 |
| Yuji Doi | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 |
| Yutaka Yoshida | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0.11 | 0 | 1.22 |
| Zento Uno | 21 | 0 | 0.05 | 1.29 | 0.24 | 1.43 |
- #1 - Yuya Oki (Goalkeeper)
- #4 - Sodai Hasukawa (Defender)
- #66 - Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi (Defender)
- #25 - Mateus Brunetti (Defender)
- #14 - Reon Yamahara (Midfielder)
- #36 - Zento Uno (Midfielder)
- #21 - Shinya Yajima (Midfielder)
- #7 - Capixaba (Midfielder)
- #19 - Kai Matsuzaki (Forward)
- #33 - Takashi Inui (Forward)
- #23 - Koya Kitagawa (C) (Forward)
Machida Zelvia vs Shimizu S-Pulse Betting Tips
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Machida Zelvia v Shimizu S-Pulse Odds
Full Time Result:- Machida Zelvia to win: 4/5
- Draw: 13/5
- Shimizu S-Pulse to win: 10/3
- Machida Zelvia to win or Draw: 1/5
- Draw or Shimizu S-Pulse to win: 19/20
- Machida Zelvia to win or Shimizu S-Pulse to win: 2/7
- Machida Zelvia to win: 7/5
- Draw: 6/5
- Shimizu S-Pulse to win: 4/1
- Both Teams to Score - Yes: 19/20
- Both Teams to Score - No: 19/20
- Over 2.5 Goals: 21/20
- Under 2.5 Goals: 3/4
- Over 3.5 Goals: 5/2
- Under 3.5 Goals: 2/7
Machida Zelvia Previous 10 Matches
- 29.06, Albirex Niigata (a) 4 - 0
- 21.06, Kashima Antlers (h) 2 - 1
- 14.06, Shonan Bellmare (a) 2 - 1
- 11.06, Kyoto Sangyo University (h) 2 - 1
- 31.05, Yokohama F. Marinos (h) 0 - 3
- 25.05, Fagiano Okayama (a) 2 - 2
- 21.05, Yokohama FC (a) 1 - 1 (2 - 4)
- 17.05, Kashiwa Reysol (h) 3 - 0
- 11.05, Shimizu S-Pulse (a) 2 - 2
- 07.05, Kyoto Sanga FC (h) 1 - 2
- 03.05, Kashima Antlers (a) 0 - 1
Shimizu S-Pulse Previous 10 Matches
- 28.06, Kashiwa Reysol (h) 0 - 2
- 22.06, Fujieda MYFC (a) 0 - 1
- 21.06, Nagoya Grampus (a) 1 - 1
- 15.06, Gamba Osaka (h) 0 - 0
- 11.06, Matsumoto Yamaga FC (h) 4 - 2
- 01.06, Cerezo Osaka (a) 2 - 4
- 25.05, Vissel Kobe (h) 3 - 2
- 17.05, Kashima Antlers (a) 0 - 1
- 11.05, Machida Zelvia (h) 2 - 2
- 06.05, Kashiwa Reysol (a) 0 - 1
- 03.05, Nagoya Grampus (h) 0 - 3
J1 League Table
| Machida Zelvia | Opponent | Shimizu S-Pulse | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-0 | Kashiwa Reysol | 0-2 | 0-1 | |
| 0-1 | Vissel Kobe | 3-2 | ||
| 1-2 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 1-2 | ||
| 2-1 | 0-1 | Kashima Antlers | 0-1 | |
| 1-2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1-1 | ||
| 2-2 | Kawasaki Frontale | 1-1 | ||
| - | - | Machida Zelvia | 2-2 | |
| 0-2 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 1-2 | ||
| 2-1 | Cerezo Osaka | 2-4 | ||
| 1-0 | Gamba Osaka | 0-0 | 0-1 | |
| 2-2 | Fagiano Okayama | 1-1 | ||
| 2-2 | Avispa Fukuoka | 3-1 | ||
| 2-1 | Nagoya Grampus | 0-3 | 1-1 | |
| 0-1 | Tokyo Verdy | 1-0 | ||
| 2-2 | Shimizu S-Pulse | - | - | |
| 1-0 | FC Tokyo | 2-0 | ||
| 0-1 | 2-1 | Shonan Bellmare | 3-0 | |
| 2-0 | Yokohama FC | 0-2 | ||
| 1-0 | 4-0 | Albirex Niigata | 2-0 | |
| 0-3 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 3-2 | ||
| # | Team Name | М | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD | SG | CG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashiwa | 23 | 44 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 1.35 | 0.87 |
| 2 | Vissel Kobe | 23 | 43 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 1.39 | 0.91 |
| 3 | Kyoto Sanga | 23 | 41 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 1.65 | 1.17 |
| 4 | Kashima | 23 | 41 | 13 | 2 | 8 | 11 | 1.43 | 0.96 |
| 5 | Hiroshima | 23 | 39 | 12 | 3 | 8 | 9 | 1.17 | 0.78 |
| 6 | Kawasaki | 23 | 38 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 13 | 1.61 | 1.04 |
| 7 | Machida Zelvia | 23 | 37 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 1.43 | 1.09 |
| 8 | Urawa Reds | 21 | 34 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 1.24 | 0.95 |
| 9 | Cerezo Osaka | 23 | 33 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 1.48 | 1.30 |
| 10 | Gamba Osaka | 23 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 10 | -3 | 1.17 | 1.30 |
| 11 | Okayama | 23 | 30 | 8 | 6 | 9 | -1 | 0.83 | 0.87 |
| 12 | Fukuoka | 22 | 30 | 8 | 6 | 8 | -2 | 0.86 | 0.95 |
| 13 | Nagoya | 23 | 28 | 7 | 7 | 9 | -2 | 1.22 | 1.30 |
| 14 | Tokyo Verdy | 23 | 28 | 7 | 7 | 9 | -8 | 0.65 | 1.00 |
| 15 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 23 | 27 | 7 | 6 | 10 | -5 | 1.17 | 1.39 |
| 16 | Tokyo | 23 | 26 | 7 | 5 | 11 | -8 | 1.04 | 1.39 |
| 17 | Shonan | 22 | 23 | 6 | 5 | 11 | -14 | 0.73 | 1.36 |
| 18 | Yokohama | 23 | 19 | 5 | 4 | 14 | -14 | 0.61 | 1.22 |
| 19 | Albirex Niigata | 23 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 12 | -15 | 1.04 | 1.70 |
| 20 | Yokohama FM | 23 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 13 | -12 | 0.87 | 1.39 |
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