Shimizu vs Avispa Fukuoka Prediction 20 April 2025
The J-League showdown promises to be thrilling as Shimizu S-Pulse take on Avispa Fukuoka. The hosts have been inconsistent, currently sitting in tenth place, but they often manage to secure points on home turf. Meanwhile, the visitors are in second place, riding an impressive winning streak. A key aspect of this clash is the attacking prowess of both teams, with each averaging around 1.4 goals per match, indicating a high-tempo game. It will be intriguing to see how squad rotations impact this encounter and what tactical decisions the coaches will make.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Shimizu S-Pulse and Avispa Fukuoka:
- 5 matches played;
- home victories - 3, away victories - 1, draws - 1;
- goals scored - 10 for Shimizu, 7 for Avispa;
- average goals in the first half - 1.6, in the second half - 1.8;
- average total goals per match - 3.4.
The last game took place on 17 September 2022 at Avispa Fukuoka's ground and ended with a 3-2 scoreline.
Head-to-head statistics Shimizu - Avispa Fukuoka
Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
Shimizu S-Pulse, currently sitting in tenth place on the table, are grappling with inconsistent results-three wins in their last ten matches are mixed with losses and draws. Despite this, they rarely lose at home, thanks to their ability to adapt to various opponents' playing styles. Their game revolves around ball control and quick transitions into attack. However, their defense remains a weak point, conceding an average of 1.09 goals per match. In the last head-to-head encounter between these teams, the hosts secured a 3-2 victory.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse
Avispa Fukuoka Team Overview
Avispa Fukuoka are in the hunt for the championship title, firmly holding second place in the standings, thanks to their impressive away performances-eight wins in their last nine matches speak volumes. The team boasts a solid defense, conceding just 0.8 goals on average, and excels in counter-attacks, making them formidable opponents even for the league's strongest teams. An interesting fact: the visitors have scored less than 1.5 goals on the road for nine consecutive games.
In their most recent match on April 12, the team secured a comeback victory over Yokohama F. Marinos with a 2-1 scoreline, climbing higher in the league table as a result.
Match Results: Avispa Fukuoka
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 5;
- Home wins - 3, Away wins - 1, Draws - 1.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Avispa Fukuoka
- Matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 10;
- Wins: 4 vs 6;
- Win percentage: 36% vs 60%;
- Losses: 4 vs 3;
- Draws: 3 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 8;
- Losses: 5 vs 1;
- Draws: 2 vs 1.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- The home team averages - 2 goals, the away team - 1.4;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.4;
- Both teams scored: overall - 4 times; at the home team's ground - 2 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Avispa Fukuoka
- Average total in the tournament: 2.36 vs 1.9;
- Average goals scored: 1.27 vs 1.1;
- Average total in the first half: 0.45 vs 0.4;
- Average total in the second half: 0.82 vs 0.7;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average home total in the tournament - 1.6;
- Avispa Fukuoka: average away total in the tournament - 1;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.67) vs 1.4 (away - 1.4).
- Shimizu S-Pulse have conceded in 10 of their last 11 matches.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have conceded in 8 of their last 9 matches (J-League 1).
- Avispa Fukuoka have scored in 11 consecutive matches.
- Avispa Fukuoka have scored in 9 consecutive matches (J-League 1).
- Avispa Fukuoka have scored in their last 7 away matches.
Corners Prediction
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.73; at home - 4.6;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.4; at home - 3.67.
Avispa Fukuoka: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 3.6, away - 4.5;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3.8; away - 4.4.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have taken more than 4.5 corners at home in 7 of their last 8 matches.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 4 (2 for the home team and 2 for the away team);
- Average total yellow cards at the home ground - 2.5 (1 for the home team and 1.5 for the away team).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 0.91; at home - 0.8;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1; at home - 1.
Avispa Fukuoka: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.1, away - 0.75;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 0.8; away - 0.6.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 5;
- Both teams scored overall - 4 times;
- At the home team's ground - 2 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Avispa Fukuoka
- Matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 10;
- Number of matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): Shimizu S-Pulse - 6, Avispa Fukuoka - 4;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS for Avispa Fukuoka away - 1 (25%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Matches with BTTS: Shimizu S-Pulse - 7, Avispa Fukuoka - 4;
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse at home - 2 (67%);
- BTTS for Avispa Fukuoka away - 1 (20%).
Editor's Prediction
Given the current form of both teams and recent game statistics, we can anticipate a balanced match with intense midfield battles and few clear-cut chances at either end. Avispa Fukuoka have consistently delivered strong performances on the road but tend to struggle in front of goal, having scored fewer than two goals in their last nine away matches. Therefore, a reasonable prediction would be to bet on the visitors' total goals under 1.5, as their attack might face challenges against the hosts' organized defense.No comments
Betting Tips: Shimizu S Pulse - Avispa Fukuoka
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