Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Prediction
The match between Gamba Osaka and Shimizu S-Pulse promises to be intense, as both teams aim to improve their positions in the J-League 1. Gamba Osaka showcases an attacking style of play, averaging 1.9 goals per match, but they also concede frequently. Shimizu S-Pulse is known for their solid defense and have not lost away in the last seven matches. The odds for the home team's victory are 2.5, making them the favorites, but the visitors have a chance to surprise. An open game with plenty of chances is expected, where each team will strive for victory.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Gamba Osaka and Shimizu S-Pulse:
- 40 matches played;
- number of wins for the home team - 22, for the away team - 10, draws - 8;
- number of goals - 72 vs. 49;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.23, in the 2nd half - 1.8;
- average total goals per match - 3.03.
The last game took place on 14 August 2022 at Gamba Osaka's field and ended with a score of 0:2.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Gamba Osaka Team Overview
Gamba Osaka is showcasing attacking football this season, averaging 1.9 goals per match. However, their defense leaves much to be desired, conceding 1.7 goals per game. In the last ten matches, the team has secured seven wins and suffered three losses, indicating instability in defense. In the home match against Shimizu S-Pulse, they will aim to improve their statistics, especially considering that in the last three head-to-head meetings at home, they failed to score. Meanwhile, the "black and blues" often participate in high-scoring games, with the total over 2.5 goals recorded in five consecutive home matches.
Match Results: Gamba Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse Team Overview
Shimizu S-Pulse continues to impress with their reliable defense and ability to maintain focus on the road. The team is unbeaten in seven consecutive away matches, making them a dangerous opponent for any home side. Their average scoring is 1.2 goals scored and 0.7 goals conceded per match. In the last ten games, the visitors have achieved five wins, four draws, and just one loss. Their record includes a victory over Gamba Osaka with a score of 2-0 in the last head-to-head encounter, which adds extra confidence ahead of the upcoming match.
Match Results: Shimizu S-Pulse
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- number of encounters - 40;
- number of wins for the home team - 22, for the visitors - 10, draws - 8.
- Gamba Osaka draws the 1st half in 5 consecutive head-to-head matches of these teams in the J-League 1 tournament.
Total Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- today's home team scores on average - 1.8, visitors - 1.23;
- average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.03;
- both teams scored: in total - 24 times; at the home team's field - 9 times.
Statistics: Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse
- average total in the tournament: 3.25 vs 1.75;
- average total goals scored: 1.25 vs 1.25;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.5 vs 0.75;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.75 vs 0.5;
- Gamba Osaka: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.9 (home - 2) vs 1.2 (away - 1.25).
- Gamba Osaka scores less than 1.5 goals at home in 8 of the last 9 head-to-head encounters of these teams.
- Gamba Osaka scores less than 1.5 goals at home in 7 consecutive head-to-head matches of these teams in the J-League 1 tournament.
- Gamba Osaka scores less than 1.5 goals in 5 consecutive head-to-head matches of these teams in the J-League 1 tournament.
Corner Prediction
Gamba Osaka: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 6.5; at home - 4.5;
- last 10 matches: average total - 5.3; at home - 4.
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 6.25, away - 6.5;
- last 10 matches: average total - 6.2; away - 4.75.
- Gamba Osaka takes more than 4.5 corners at home in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head encounters of these teams.
Card Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 2.5 (1.25 - for the home team and 1.25 - for the visitors);
- average total yellow cards at the home field - 1.33 (0.61 - for the home team and 0.72 - for the visitors).
Gamba Osaka: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 0.5; at home - 0;
- last 10 matches: average total - 0.5; at home - 0.4.
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 0.75, away - 1;
- last 10 matches: average total - 0.3; away - 0.5.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- number of encounters - 40;
- both teams scored in total - 24 times;
- at the home team's field - 9 times.
Editorial Prediction
The match between Gamba Osaka and Shimizu S-Pulse is expected to be intense and rich in goal-scoring opportunities. Considering the attacking potential of the hosts and the reliable defense of the visitors, the most likely outcome seems to be a bet on both teams to score. Gamba Osaka often participate in high-scoring games at home, while Shimizu S-Pulse consistently score away from home. It's also worth noting the trend of both teams scoring, which is supported by the recent statistics of both teams' games. Therefore, a bet on both teams to score appears to be the most justified considering the current form and statistics of the teams.