Shimizu vs Yokohama Marinos Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 16 August 2025
The match between Shimizu S-Pulse and Yokohama Marinos promises to be a tense affair, as both teams look to improve their standings on the table. Shimizu sit in 13th place, struggling for consistency, while Yokohama are desperately seeking points to climb out of the relegation zone. Both sides have shown low scoring in recent games, which could influence the nature of the match. It's worth noting that Shimizu have been inconsistent at home, while the visitors often face challenges in attack. The intrigue lies in whether the hosts can capitalize on their opponent's weaknesses or if Yokohama will spring a surprise.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between these teams took place on 16 April 2025 and ended with a 2-3 scoreline. Here's a breakdown of the comparative stats from that encounter (Yokohama Marinos were the home side):
- possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corners: 6 vs 3;
- fouls: 15 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 8 vs 5.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Shimizu S-Pulse and Yokohama Marinos:
- 40 matches played;
- home wins - 10, away wins - 19, draws - 11;
- goals scored - 45 for Shimizu, 67 for Yokohama;
- average goals in the first half - 1.13, in the second half - 1.68;
- average total goals per match - 2.8.
Head-to-head statistics Shimizu - Yokohama Marinos
Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the J1 League, featuring Sanfrecce Hiroshima as the home side against Shimizu S-Pulse. The match ended in a goalless draw, 0-0.
Here are the match statistics (Shimizu S-Pulse vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima):
- possession percentage: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 13 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
Shimizu S-Pulse have shown inconsistent form this season, currently sitting 13th after 25 matches. The team is known for its fluctuating performances, ranging from commanding victories to unexpected defeats. In their last 10 matches, they've secured three wins, suffered four losses, and drawn three times. The hosts' primary style of play revolves around ball control and attempting to develop attacks down the flanks. Despite this approach, their average scoring rate is less than impressive-just 1.16 goals per match while conceding approximately 1.28 goals per game. Their most recent encounter with Yokohama ended in a 2-3 defeat.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse
Yokohama Marinos Team Overview
The visitors last took to the pitch on in a J1 League clash between Tokyo Verdy and Yokohama Marinos. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here's the match stats (Yokohama Marinos vs Tokyo Verdy):
- possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corners: 4 vs 15;
- fouls: 15 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
Yokohama Marinos are currently at the bottom of the table with just 5 wins from 25 matches this season. The team has struggled both offensively and defensively, averaging only 0.92 goals per match while conceding 1.32 on average, which makes them vulnerable against more organized opponents. However, their recent 2-3 defeat to Shimizu might serve as motivation ahead of their upcoming fixture, despite a challenging schedule and an urgent need to improve their performance.
Match Results: Yokohama Marinos
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- number of encounters - 40;
- home wins - 10, away wins - 19, draws - 11.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama Marinos
- matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 25;
- wins: 8 vs 5;
- win percentage: 32% vs 20%;
- losses: 10 vs 14;
- draws: 7 vs 6.
Last 10 Matches:
- wins: 3 vs 4;
- losses: 4 vs 5;
- draws: 3 vs 1.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- current home team average goals - 1.13, away team - 1.68;
- average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.8;
- both teams scored: overall - 21 times; at home team's ground - 11 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama Marinos
- average tournament total: 2.44 vs 2.24;
- average goals scored: 1.16 vs 0.92;
- average first-half total: 0.48 vs 0.52;
- average second-half total: 0.68 vs 0.4;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average home total in the tournament - 1.5;
- Yokohama Marinos: average away total in the tournament - 0.83;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1 (home - 1.5) vs 1.1 (away - 1).
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 8 matches.
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 6 matches (J-League 1).
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in Yokohama Marinos' last 12 out of 13 matches (J-League 1).
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in Yokohama Marinos' last 9 matches.
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in Yokohama Marinos' last 6 away matches (J-League 1).
Corner Prediction
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- season: average tournament total - 5.04; at home - 4.75;
- last 10 matches: average total - 4.3; at home - 4.5.
Yokohama Marinos: Statistics
- season: average tournament total - 4.56, away - 4.17;
- last 10 matches: average total - 5.2; away - 2.8.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head
- average yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.36 (0.68 for home team and 0.68 for away team);
- average yellow cards at home ground - 1.95 (0.65 for home team and 1.3 for away team).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- season: average tournament total - 1.08; at home - 1.25;
- last 10 matches: average total - 1.4; at home - 1.5.
Yokohama Marinos: Statistics
- season: average tournament total - 1.48, away - 1.42;
- last 10 matches: average total - 1.7; away - 1.8.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- number of encounters - 40;
- both teams scored overall - 21 times;
- at home team's ground - 11 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama Marinos
- number of matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 25;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 9;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 6 (50%);
- BTTS for Yokohama Marinos away - 4 (33%).
Last 10 Matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 2;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS for Yokohama Marinos away - 1 (20%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams are struggling with their scoring ability: Shimizu often scores fewer than 1.5 goals throughout the season, while Yokohama consistently faces similar issues both at home and away, according to trends from their recent matches (7 out of the last 8). Taking this data and betting odds into account, a well-founded choice would be to bet on under 2.5 goals for this match, considering the low average scoring rate of both clubs and their recent performances.
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