Yokohama vs Shimizu Prediction 6 April 2025
The clash between Yokohama and Shimizu S-Pulse promises to be intense, given the current form and motivation of both sides. The teams find themselves in contrasting league situations: Yokohama are fighting for survival, while Shimizu aim to solidify their position in the upper half of the table. This dynamic adds an extra layer of intrigue. Yokohama have been inconsistent, whereas Shimizu have displayed more confident performances in recent matches. Tactical decisions by the coaches and the effective use of each team's strengths will be crucial factors.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Yokohama and Shimizu S-Pulse:
- 7 matches played;
- home wins - 3, away wins - 1, draws - 3;
- goals scored - 12 for Yokohama, 10 for Shimizu S-Pulse;
- average goals in the first half - 1.57, in the second half - 1.57;
- average total goals per match - 3.14.
The last game took place on 28 September 2024 at Shimizu S-Pulse's ground and ended in a 1-1 draw.
Head-to-head statistics Yokohama - Shimizu

Yokohama Team Overview
Yokohama currently sit second-to-last in the J1 League standings, putting them under significant pressure to secure points and maintain their spot in Japan's top flight. The team employs a defensive style focused on counterattacks, but their weak offensive output-averaging just 0.5 goals per game this season-makes it challenging to secure victories. In their last eight matches, they've managed only two wins while suffering five defeats, highlighting their inconsistent form. Their previous head-to-head encounter with Shimizu ended in a 1-1 draw, offering a glimmer of hope for a positive outcome in the upcoming match.
Match Results: Yokohama

Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
Shimizu S-Pulse are having a strong campaign in the current J1 League season, sitting in eighth place while showcasing an attacking brand of football with an average of 1.25 goals per game. Over their last ten matches, they have secured five wins, suffered three losses, and drawn twice, indicating a stable form. The "Oranges" consistently find the back of the net in nearly all of their matches, scoring in 27 of their last 28 outings. Their previous encounter with Yokohama ended in a 1-1 draw, but the team is eager to improve on that result, leveraging their offensive prowess.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 7;
- Home wins - 3, Away wins - 1, Draws - 3.
Statistics: Yokohama vs Shimizu S-Pulse
- Matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- Wins: 2 vs 3;
- Win percentage: 25% vs 38%;
- Losses: 5 vs 3;
- Draws: 1 vs 2.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 5;
- Losses: 5 vs 3;
- Draws: 2 vs 2.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's hosts average goals - 1.71, visitors - 1.43;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.14;
- Both teams scored: overall - 6 times; at the home team's ground - 2 times.
Statistics: Yokohama vs Shimizu S-Pulse
- Average total in the tournament: 1.38 vs 2.13;
- Average goals scored: 0.5 vs 1.25;
- Average first-half total: 0.13 vs 0.63;
- Average second-half total: 0.38 vs 0.63;
- Yokohama: average home total in the tournament - 0.6;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average away total in the tournament - 0.75;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 0.6 (home - 0.6) vs 1.4 (away - 1.2).
- Yokohama have scored in 7 consecutive head-to-head matches against Shimizu S-Pulse.
Corners Prediction
Yokohama: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 3.88; at home - 4;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3.8; at home - 4.
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 6.38, away - 7.25;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.5; away - 7.2.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have over 4.5 corners in 10 of their last 11 matches.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have over 4.5 corners in 7 of their last 8 J-League 1 matches.
Cards Prediction
Yokohama: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 0.75; at home - 0.6;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 0.6; at home - 0.6.
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 0.75, away - 1;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 0.6; away - 0.8.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 7;
- Both teams scored overall - 6 times;
- At the home team's ground - 2 times.
Statistics: Yokohama vs Shimizu S-Pulse
- Matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- Matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): 1 vs 4;
- BTTS for Yokohama at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse away - 2 (50%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Matches with BTTS: 1 vs 5;
- BTTS for Yokohama at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse away - 3 (60%).
- Yokohama score and concede in 6 of their last 7 head-to-head encounters with Shimizu S-Pulse.
- Yokohama score and concede in their last 5 head-to-head matches in the J-League 1 against Shimizu S-Pulse.