Shimizu vs Sanga Prediction 16 March 2025
In the upcoming championship match between Shimizu S-Pulse and Kyoto Sanga, two teams with different goals and playing styles will face off. Shimizu S-Pulse, showcasing strong home form, aims to solidify their position, while Kyoto Sanga is trying to break out of a prolonged slump. Both teams are known for their cautious tactics, as evidenced by low scoring in recent matches. However, despite this, the encounter promises to be intense, as every point is crucial for both sides.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical preview of official matches between Shimizu S-Pulse and Kyoto Sanga:
- 4 matches played;
- number of wins for the home team - 1, for the away team - 2, draws - 1;
- number of goals - 2 against 4;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.25, in the 2nd half - 1.25;
- average total goals per match - 1.5.
The last game took place on 10 July 2024 at Kyoto Sanga's field and ended with a score of 3:1.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
Shimizu S-Pulse displays consistently good form in home matches. The team holds solid positions in the league table, thanks to their reliable defense, conceding an average of just 0.7 goals per game. Over the last 10 matches, they have won 5 times, demonstrating their ability to maintain results. Despite this, their attacking power is not as impressive, with an average of 1.1 goals scored per match. Interestingly, the "Orange" have not lost at home in 23 of their last 24 matches, making them a formidable opponent on their field.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse

Kyoto Sanga Team Overview
Kyoto Sanga is struggling to score points this season. The team is at the lower end of the standings and is striving to improve its situation. Their weak scoring rate of 0.5 goals per match and inconsistent form (1 win in five rounds) highlight their attacking problems. However, the visitors can be surprising and often play defensively, which allows them to achieve draws in key matches. In the last head-to-head encounter with Shimizu S-Pulse, they lost 1-3, which adds motivation for a rematch.
Match Results: Kyoto Sanga
Prediction on Outcome
Head-to-head matches:
- number of encounters - 4;
- number of wins for the home team - 1, for the away team - 2, draws - 1.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kyoto Sanga
- number of matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 5;
- number of wins: 2 vs 1;
- win percentage: 40% vs 20%;
- number of losses: 1 vs 2;
- number of draws: 2 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 5 vs 2;
- number of losses: 2 vs 3;
- number of draws: 3 vs 5.
- Kyoto Sanga wins with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of the last 13 matches.
- Kyoto Sanga wins with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of the last 12 matches in the J-League 1 tournament.
Prediction on Total
Head-to-head matches:
- today's home team scores on average - 0.5, visitors - 1;
- average total goals in head-to-head matches - 1.5;
- both teams scored: all-time - 1 time; at the home team's field - 0 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kyoto Sanga
- average total in the tournament: 1.6 vs 1.6;
- average total goals scored: 1 vs 0.6;
- average total in the first half: 0.6 vs 0.2;
- average total in the second half: 0.4 vs 0.4;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average total at home in the tournament - 1.5;
- Kyoto Sanga: average total away in the tournament - 0.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 1.2) vs 0.5 (away - 0.6).
- Total under 2.5 goals occurred in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 8 consecutive matches.
- Total under 2.5 goals occurred in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 5 consecutive matches in the J-League 1 tournament.
- Total under 2.5 goals occurred in Kyoto Sanga's last 11 consecutive matches in the J-League 1 tournament.
- Total under 2.5 goals occurred in Kyoto Sanga's last 10 consecutive matches.
- Total under 2.5 goals occurred in Kyoto Sanga's last 6 consecutive away matches in the J-League 1 tournament.
Prediction on Corners
Head-to-head matches
- average total corners in head-to-head matches - 12 (4.5 - home team and 7.5 - away team);
- average total corners at home field - 13 (4.5 - home team and 8.5 - away team).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 5.4; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average total - 6.3; at home field - 8.4.
Kyoto Sanga: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 5.2, away - 6;
- last 10 matches: average total - 4.5; away - 5.4.
- Total over 10.5 corners occurred in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 6 out of 7 matches.
- Total over 10.5 corners occurred in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 5 consecutive home matches.
Prediction on Cards
Head-to-head matches
- average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1 (0.5 - home team and 0.5 - away team);
- average total yellow cards at home field - 3.5 (1 - home team and 2.5 - away team).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 0.8; at home field - 0.5;
- last 10 matches: average total - 0.4; at home field - 0.2.
Kyoto Sanga: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 0.8, away - 1;
- last 10 matches: average total - 1.2; away - 1.4.
Prediction on Both Teams to Score
Head-to-head matches:
- number of encounters - 4;
- both teams scored all-time - 1 time;
- at the home team's field - 0 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kyoto Sanga
- number of matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 5;
- number of season matches where both teams scored (BTTS): 2 vs 2;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 1 (50%);
- BTTS for Kyoto Sanga away - 1 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 3;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS for Kyoto Sanga away - 1 (20%).
Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of the teams and their statistical indicators, the match between Shimizu S-Pulse and Kyoto Sanga promises to be low-scoring. Shimizu S-Pulse tend to play cautiously with a focus on defense, as evidenced by their low conceding rate. Kyoto Sanga also do not excel in attack, which may lead to a limited number of goals. Trends suggest that the total score of the match will not exceed 2.5 goals, making a total bet under 2.5 the most justified option. Confidence in this prediction is reinforced by the stability of both teams in defense.