Shimizu vs Tokyo Prediction 4 October 2025
In the upcoming J1 League match, Shimizu S-Pulse will face off against Tokyo. Both teams find themselves mid-table, but their current form and statistics suggest an intriguing clash. The home side has been inconsistent, alternating between wins and losses, which could be an issue against the aggressive play of the visitors. Meanwhile, Tokyo have delivered excellent performances in recent games, solidifying their position with a streak of three consecutive victories. The main question remains: can the hosts withstand the pressure from the more prolific visitors at home?
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 29 April 2025 and ended with a 0-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Tokyo were the home side):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 1;
- fouls: 22 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between Shimizu S-Pulse and Tokyo:
- 42 matches played;
- home team wins - 13, away team wins - 21, draws - 8;
- goals scored - 48 for Shimizu S-Pulse, 62 for Tokyo;
- average first-half total - 1.07, second-half total - 1.55;
- average goals per match - 2.62.
Head-to-head statistics Shimizu - Tokyo

Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the J1 League, featuring Vissel Kobe as the home side and Shimizu S-Pulse as the visitors. The match concluded with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe):
- possession percentage: 38% vs 62%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 6;
- fouls: 13 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 6.
Shimizu S-Pulse currently sit 11th in the standings, aiming to solidify their position above the league's mid-tier. The team has recently faced unpredictable outcomes: one win and two draws in their last three matches highlight the home side's inconsistent form. Their attack has been underwhelming, averaging just 0.7 goals per game over the last 10 matches, compared to a season average of 1.06 goals per match. Their most recent head-to-head clash ended in a 0-2 defeat to Tokyo, underscoring Shimizu's defensive vulnerabilities against the opponent's dangerous counter-attacks.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse

Tokyo Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the J-League 1 tournament (home team - Tokyo, away team - Yokohama Marinos). The match concluded with a 2-3 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Tokyo vs Yokohama Marinos):
- possession percentage: 67% vs 33%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 4.
Tokyo are on an upswing following a successful run of games, having clinched victory in 4 of their last 5 matches, and are now steadily climbing the league table to settle at 13th place. The visitors have emerged as a formidable attacking force, averaging 1.2 goals per game in recent encounters. Their defense has also been crucial, often minimizing the number of goals conceded. However, away games present a tougher challenge; their average drops to 1 goal on the road, demanding utmost focus from the team.
Match Results: Tokyo
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 42;
- Home wins - 13, Away wins - 21, Draws - 8.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Tokyo
- Matches played in the tournament: 32 vs 32;
- Wins: 10 vs 11;
- Win percentage: 31% vs 34%;
- Losses: 12 vs 14;
- Draws: 10 vs 7.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 5;
- Losses: 3 vs 3;
- Draws: 4 vs 2.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have failed to win at home in 11 of their last 12 head-to-head meetings with these teams (J1 League).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's hosts average goals scored - 1.14, visitors - 1.48;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.62;
- Both teams scored: overall - 20 times; at the home team's venue - 9 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Tokyo
- Average total in the tournament: 2.25 vs 2.5;
- Average goals scored: 1.06 vs 1.09;
- Average first-half total: 0.47 vs 0.34;
- Average second-half total: 0.59 vs 0.75;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average home total in the tournament - 1.33;
- Tokyo: average away total in the tournament - 1.07;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 0.7 (home - 1) vs 1.2 (away - 1.33).
- Shimizu S-Pulse have scored less than 1.5 goals at home in 13 of their last 14 head-to-head meetings with these teams (J1 League).
- Shimizu S-Pulse have scored less than 1.5 goals in 14 of their last 15 matches.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have scored less than 1.5 goals in 12 of their last 13 matches (J1 League).
Corners Prediction
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 4.91; at home - 4.73;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.8; at home - 5.5.
Tokyo: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 4.5, away - 4.13;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.4; away - 4.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.76 (0.88 for the home team and 0.88 for the visitors);
- Average total yellow cards at the home team's venue - 1.42 (0.63 for the home team and 0.79 for the visitors).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.31; at home - 1.47;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.8; at home - 2.
Tokyo: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.38, away - 1.47;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2; away - 2.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 42;
- Both teams scored overall - 20 times;
- At the home team's venue - 9 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Tokyo
- Total matches played in the tournament: 32 vs 32;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 14 vs 12;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 8 (53%);
- BTTS for Tokyo away - 6 (40%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 3 vs 5;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS for Tokyo away - 2 (67%).