Shimizu vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima Prediction 22 March 2026
🔊 The upcoming clash between Shimizu and Sanfrecce Hiroshima promises excitement, given both teams' form and their motivation in the league standings. Shimizu remain unbeaten in their last six matches in regular time, highlighting their ability to maintain consistency. Meanwhile, Sanfrecce have been prolific on the road, scoring plenty of goals.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 10 August 2025 and ended in a 0-0 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (with Sanfrecce Hiroshima as the home side):
- possession percentage: 42% vs 58%;
- corners: 3 vs 5;
- fouls: 18 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Shimizu and Sanfrecce Hiroshima:
- 41 matches played;
- home team victories - 11, away team victories - 20, draws - 10;
- goals scored - 44 for Shimizu, 69 for Sanfrecce Hiroshima;
- average goals in the first half - 0.88, in the second half - 1.88;
- average total goals per match - 2.76.
Head-to-head statistics Shimizu - Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the J1 League, where Avispa Fukuoka hosted Shimizu. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Shimizu vs Avispa Fukuoka):
- possession: 47% vs 53%;
- corners: 2 vs 5;
- fouls: 7 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 2.
Shimizu have been showing an intriguing trend in their recent matches, demonstrating a capacity for consistency. The team have managed to avoid defeat in regular time, highlighting their resilience and defensive prowess. However, looking at their recent games, Shimizu have only secured victory three times. It's important to note that they are capable of both scoring and conceding goals, which could play a crucial role in the upcoming match. Despite an average of 0.86 goals per game, the team show a strong desire to improve their standing in the league.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the J1 League, featuring Nagoya Grampus as the home side and Sanfrecce Hiroshima as the visitors. The game concluded with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Nagoya Grampus):
- possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corners: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 16 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 7.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima are showcasing impressive form, evidenced by their high scoring rate. In their last five matches, the team have secured two wins and suffered three losses, but their ability to score away from home is noteworthy, averaging 1.67 goals per game. This keeps them competitive and currently in fifth place in the league standings. Despite some fluctuations in form, Sanfrecce demonstrate a commitment to attacking football, capitalizing on opponents' weaknesses to achieve results. Their style of play features a high tempo and relentless pressure on the opposition's defense.
Match Results: Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 41;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 9; for visitors away - 7; number of draws - 4;
- Average first-half total: 0.88;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.37, while the visitors net 0.51.
First-Half Stats: Shimizu S Pulse (home) vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- draws: 3 (100%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- Average goals scored: 0 vs 0.67;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.33.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 0 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 7 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 0.6 (scored - 0, conceded - 0.6) vs 1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.5).
- Shimizu S Pulse have drawn in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 games (J1 League).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 41;
- home team wins - 11, away team wins - 20, draws - 10.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 6;
- wins: 3 vs 4;
- win percentage: 43% vs 67%;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 6;
- losses: 7 vs 3;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
- Shimizu S Pulse won with a +1.5 handicap in last 9 home games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
- Shimizu S Pulse won with a +1.5 handicap in last 7 home games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima (J1 League).
- Shimizu S Pulse won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima (J1 League).
- Shimizu S Pulse won with a +1.5 handicap in last 9 games (J1 League).
- Shimizu S Pulse won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 home games (J1 League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.07, the guests - 1.68;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.76;
- both teams scored: overall - 26; at the home team's field - 15.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 10 of last 11 Shimizu S Pulse games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Shimizu S Pulse home games (J1 League).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 23 of last 24 Sanfrecce Hiroshima games (J1 League).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 11 of last 12 Sanfrecce Hiroshima away games (J1 League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 41;
- both teams scored all-time - 26 times;
- on the home team’s field - 15 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 6;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 5;
- number of BTTS matches for Shimizu S Pulse at home - 2 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for Sanfrecce Hiroshima away - 3 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Shimizu S Pulse at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Sanfrecce Hiroshima away - 5 (100%).
- Shimizu S Pulse have scored and conceded in 7 of last 8 home games against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima have scored and conceded in last 7 away games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (12/68, 17.6%);
- Shimizu S Pulse at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (2/3, 66.7%);
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima away most often play: 1:2 , 1:3 , 2:1 (1/3, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 10.58% (odds 6.28)
0:1 - 10.47% (odds 6.49)
1:2 - 9.47% (odds 6.71)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The clash between Shimizu and Sanfrecce Hiroshima promises to be thrilling. Shimizu have shown consistency and frequently find the back of the net. Meanwhile, Sanfrecce Hiroshima exhibit attacking prowess on the road, often surpassing the 2.5 goals mark in their matches, with an average scoring rate of 1.67 goals per game. Considering Sanfrecce Hiroshima's away game trend, an open match with plenty of chances for both sides is anticipated. Our pick is over 2.5 goals.No comments
Betting Tips: Shimizu S Pulse - Sanfrecce Hiroshima
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