Shimizu S-Pulse will face Gamba Osaka in a thrilling J1 League match on Sunday. Scroll on for our expert match insights and betting tips.
- Gamba Osaka has been without a win in their last 5 games.
- Shimizu S-Pulse has had been without clean sheet in their last 7 and Gamba Osaka in their last 5 games.
- 4 of Shimizu S-Pulse's last 5 games have had over 2.5 goals.
- 4 of Shimizu S-Pulse's last 5 games have seen both teams score.
- 4 of Gamba Osaka's last 5 games saw them concede the first goal.
- 10 of Shimizu S-Pulse's last 10 and 8 of Gamba Osaka's last 9 games have had under 4.5 cards.
During the last weekend’s action, Shimizu S-Pulse lost 2-4 against Cerezo Osaka. Strikes for Shimizu S-Pulse were driven in by Riku Gunji and Reon Yamahara. The encounter was packed with corner action, amassing 16 corners in total. The hosts had 1.05 xG and didn’t secure the victory.
To date, Shimizu S-Pulse has recorded 21 shutouts at their ground this term. The team’s leading scorer for the season is Koya Kitagawa with 8 goals in 19 matches. Shimizu S-Pulse is presently placed at #9 position with 25 points.
Over the last game week, Gamba Osaka lost 0-1 against Kashima. The game’s solitary strike was slotted in by Léo Ceará. The upcoming visitors achieved 0.99 xG but failed to triumph. The visiting team dominated, generating superior openings but fell to bad luck.
Gamba Osaka is under pressure and boasts a 5-match winless streak. Thus far, Gamba Osaka has recorded 11 away clean sheets this term. The club’s most lethal finisher this campaign is Ryoya Yamashita with 5 goals in 16 appearances. Gamba Osaka is presently sitting at #12 position with 24 points.
Head-to-Head Record
- 6 of the last 6 head-to-head games between Shimizu S-Pulse and Gamba Osaka have had under 2.5 goals.
- 9 of the last 10 head-to-head games between Shimizu S-Pulse and Gamba Osaka have had under 4.5 cards.
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 |
| Haruto Hidaka | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0 |
| 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)
- #66 - Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi (Defender)
- #3 - Yuji Takahashi (Defender)
- #4 - Sodai Hasukawa (Defender)
- #14 - Reon Yamahara (Midfielder)
- #36 - Zento Uno (Midfielder)
- #98 - Matheus Bueno (Midfielder)
- #7 - Capixaba (Midfielder)
- #11 - Hikaru Nakahara (Forward)
- #33 - Takashi Inui (Forward)
- #23 - Koya Kitagawa (C) (Forward)
Gamba Osaka Team News and Key Players
| Player Name | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Total Shots | Shots on Target | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deniz Hümmet | 15 | 0.13 | 0.07 | 1.67 | 0.87 | 0.47 |
| Deniz Hümmet | 15 | 0.13 | 0.07 | 1.67 | 0.87 | 0.47 |
| Issam Jebali | 16 | 0.31 | 0.13 | 2.56 | 0.81 | 0.63 |
| Juan Alano | 17 | 0 | 0.35 | 1.12 | 0.18 | 1.00 |
| Kanji Okunuki | 1 | 0 | 1.00 | 0 | 0 | 5.00 |
| Keisuke Kurokawa | 22 | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.55 | 0.14 | 1.32 |
| Makoto Mitsuta | 19 | 0 | 0 | 1.21 | 0.32 | 1.74 |
| Neta Lavi | 16 | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0.56 | 0.13 | 3.31 |
| Riku Handa | 22 | 0 | 0.09 | 0.41 | 0.05 | 3.27 |
| Rin Mito | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0.45 | 0.18 | 1.27 |
| Ryotaro Meshino | 4 | 0 | 0.25 | 1.25 | 0.50 | 1.50 |
| Ryoya Yamashita | 19 | 0.26 | 0 | 1.26 | 0.79 | 1.89 |
| Shinnosuke Nakatani | 19 | 0.05 | 0 | 0.47 | 0.05 | 1.37 |
| Shinya Nakano | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 |
| Shogo Sasaki | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0.33 | 0 | 1.67 |
| Shu Kurata | 20 | 0.15 | 0 | 1.00 | 0.40 | 1.10 |
| Shuto Abe | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3.00 | 0 | 1.67 |
| Takashi Usami | 18 | 0.22 | 0.11 | 1.72 | 0.56 | 1.00 |
| Takeru Kishimoto | 16 | 0.19 | 0 | 0.44 | 0.19 | 1.13 |
| Tokuma Suzuki | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0.50 | 0.15 | 1.60 |
- #22 - Jun Ichimori (Goalkeeper)
- #3 - Riku Handa (Defender)
- #20 - Shinnosuke Nakatani (Defender)
- #2 - Shota Fukuoka (Defender)
- #4 - Keisuke Kurokawa (Defender)
- #6 - Neta Lavi (Midfielder)
- #13 - Shuto Abe (Midfielder)
- #17 - Ryoya Yamashita (Midfielder)
- #51 - Makoto Mitsuta (Midfielder)
- #97 - Welton (Midfielder)
- #7 - Takashi Usami (C) (Forward)
Shimizu S-Pulse vs Gamba Osaka Betting Tips
I’ll back the hosts in the impending match. Past results, recent form, and league performance make Shimizu S-Pulse the frontrunner for the three points. 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.
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Shimizu S-Pulse v Gamba Osaka Odds
Full Time Result:- Shimizu S-Pulse to win: 29/20
- Draw: 5/2
- Gamba Osaka to win: 17/10
- Shimizu S-Pulse to win or Draw: 4/9
- Draw or Gamba Osaka to win: 8/15
- Shimizu S-Pulse to win or Gamba Osaka to win: 2/7
- Shimizu S-Pulse to win: 21/10
- Draw: 6/5
- Gamba Osaka to win: 12/5
- Both Teams to Score - Yes: 3/4
- Both Teams to Score - No: 3/4
- Over 2.5 Goals: 19/20
- Under 2.5 Goals: 17/20
- Over 3.5 Goals: 9/4
- Under 3.5 Goals: 1/3
Shimizu S-Pulse Previous 10 Matches
- 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
- 29.04, FC Tokyo (a) 2 - 0
- 20.04, Avispa Fukuoka (h) 3 - 1
- 16.04, Yokohama F. Marinos (a) 3 - 2
- 12.04, Kawasaki Frontale (h) 1 - 1
Gamba Osaka Previous 10 Matches
- 31.05, Kashima Antlers (h) 0 - 1
- 25.05, Kawasaki Frontale (a) 2 - 2
- 21.05, Jubilo Iwata (a) 1 - 1 (1 - 2)
- 17.05, Vissel Kobe (a) 2 - 3
- 11.05, Sanfrecce Hiroshima (h) 0 - 1
- 06.05, Urawa Red Diamonds (a) 1 - 0
- 03.05, Shonan Bellmare (h) 4 - 0
- 29.04, Kyoto Sanga FC (h) 2 - 1
- 25.04, FC Tokyo (a) 0 - 3
- 20.04, Yokohama FC (a) 1 - 1
- 16.04, Mito Hollyhock (a) 0 - 0 (1 - 0)
J1 League Table
| Shimizu S-Pulse | Opponent | Gamba Osaka | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1 | Kashiwa Reysol | 0-1 | ||
| 3-2 | Vissel Kobe | 2-3 | ||
| 1-2 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 2-1 | ||
| 0-1 | Kashima Antlers | 0-1 | ||
| 1-1 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 0-1 | ||
| 1-1 | Kawasaki Frontale | 2-2 | ||
| 2-2 | Machida Zelvia | 0-1 | ||
| 1-2 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 1-0 | ||
| 2-4 | Cerezo Osaka | 2-5 | ||
| 0-1 | Gamba Osaka | - | - | |
| 1-1 | Fagiano Okayama | 0-2 | ||
| 3-1 | Avispa Fukuoka | 2-1 | ||
| 0-3 | Nagoya Grampus | 2-0 | ||
| 1-0 | Tokyo Verdy | 1-0 | ||
| - | - | Shimizu S-Pulse | 1-0 | |
| 2-0 | FC Tokyo | 0-3 | ||
| 3-0 | Shonan Bellmare | 4-0 | ||
| 0-2 | Yokohama FC | 1-1 | ||
| 2-0 | Albirex Niigata | 3-3 | ||
| 3-2 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 0-2 | ||
| # | 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 Z | 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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