Shimizu vs Gamba Osaka Prediction
The upcoming clash between Shimizu S-Pulse and Gamba Osaka promises to be a true test for both sides. The match at Shimizu's home ground will challenge their attacking prowess, as they've shown impressive scoring form in recent outings. However, their defense remains vulnerable, which could play into the hands of the visitors from Osaka. Gamba will be eager to improve their away record after several unsuccessful attempts to secure three points on the road. The key question is: can Osaka break their winless streak and claim victory away from home?
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 08 March 2025 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Gamba Osaka were the home side):
- possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corners: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 16 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Shimizu S-Pulse and Gamba Osaka:
- 41 matches played;
- home victories - 10, away victories - 23, draws - 8;
- goals scored - 49 for Shimizu, 73 for Gamba;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.22, in the second half - 1.76;
- average total goals per match - 2.98.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Cup tournament, with Shimizu S-Pulse playing at home against Matsumoto Yamaga. The match concluded with a 4-2 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Shimizu S-Pulse vs Matsumoto Yamaga):
- possession percentage: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 5;
- fouls: 0 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 5.
Shimizu S-Pulse currently sit 9th in the J1 League standings. The team has maintained steady form, securing five victories in their last ten matches. Their attacking style of play enables them to score a fair number of goals, yet their defense tends to falter, conceding an average of 1.37 goals per match. Their most recent encounter with Gamba ended in a 0-1 defeat, but they are now determined to rectify that mistake on home turf.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse
Gamba Osaka Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the J1 League, where Gamba Osaka hosted Kashima Antlers. The game concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Gamba Osaka vs Kashima Antlers):
- possession: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 10 vs 3;
- fouls: 5 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 1 vs 1.
Gamba Osaka are currently in 12th place and going through a challenging period, with just three wins in their last ten matches highlighting their inconsistent form. On the road, they struggle significantly, having secured only one victory in eight attempts. While their attack can create chances, their finishing is lacking, averaging just 1.21 goals per game. Nevertheless, the team is determined to reverse this negative trend and climb higher in the standings.
Match Results: Gamba Osaka
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 41;
- First-half wins at home - 6; away - 11; draws - 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.22;
- Today's home team scores an average of 0.41 goals, while the visitors net 0.8.
First-Half Stats: Shimizu S-Pulse (home) vs Gamba Osaka (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 9 vs 10;
- Wins: 5 (55.56%) vs 0 (0%);
- Losses: 3 (33.33%) vs 3 (30%);
- Draws: 1 (11.11%) vs 7 (70%);
- Average goals scored: 1.44 vs 0.7;
- Average goals conceded: 0.44 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 4 vs 3;
- Losses: 5 vs 3;
- Draws: 1 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.7 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.8) vs 1.3 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.5).
- Gamba Osaka have drawn the first half in 6 of their last 7 away matches in J-League 1.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 41;
- Home wins - 10, Away wins - 23, Draws - 8.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Gamba Osaka
- Matches played in the tournament: 19 vs 19;
- Wins: 7 vs 7;
- Win percentage: 37% vs 37%;
- Losses: 8 vs 9;
- Draws: 4 vs 3.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 3;
- Losses: 4 vs 5;
- Draws: 1 vs 2.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's home team average goals - 1.2, away team - 1.78;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.98;
- Both teams scored: overall - 24 times; at the home team's ground - 14 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Gamba Osaka
- Average tournament total: 2.74 vs 2.63;
- Average goals scored: 1.37 vs 1.21;
- Average first-half total: 0.63 vs 0.58;
- Average second-half total: 0.74 vs 0.63;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average home total in the tournament - 1.78;
- Gamba Osaka: average away total in the tournament - 1;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.9 (home - 2.4) vs 1.3 (away - 1.17).
- Gamba Osaka have scored fewer than 1.5 goals in six consecutive head-to-head matches against this opponent (J-League 1).
Corners Prediction
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 5.21; at home - 4.67;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.2; at home - 4.4.
Gamba Osaka: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 4.84, away - 5.1;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.8; away - 4.33.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.22 (0.61 for the home team and 0.61 for the visitors);
- Average total yellow cards at home ground - 1.23 (0.52 for the home team and 0.71 for the visitors).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 1; at home - 1.11;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.2; at home - 1.4.
Gamba Osaka: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 1, away - 1;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.1; away - 1.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 41;
- Both teams have scored overall - 24 times;
- At the home team's ground - 14 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Gamba Osaka
- Total matches played in the tournament: 19 vs 19;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 10 vs 7;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 6 (67%);
- BTTS for Gamba Osaka away - 4 (40%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS for Gamba Osaka away - 4 (67%).
- Shimizu S-Pulse have both scored and conceded at home in six of their last seven head-to-head encounters with this opponent.
Editorial Prediction
An intriguing football clash awaits, with both teams boasting potent attacking prowess but lacking defensive solidity, promising a thrilling spectacle with chances at both ends of the pitch. Historically, their head-to-head encounters often resulted in modest outcomes, frequently seeing under 2.5 goals scored. However, this time around, things might take a different turn. The hosts are currently in good form and playing at home with fervent support from their fans, giving them a chance to score more than usual. Their opponents are unlikely to hold back either, given the hosts' less-than-stellar defense. Considering all these factors and the current odds, betting on both teams to find the back of the net seems like a well-founded prediction.
Betting Tips: Shimizu S Pulse - Gamba Osaka
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