Shimizu vs Gamba Osaka Prediction
π Shimizu and Gamba Osaka are set to face off in the final round of the regular season in the J1 League. Both sides enter the match as direct table neighbors-currently sitting 6th and 7th-which only adds to the stakes. With both clubs eyeing a strong finish, the situation calls for a result-oriented approach, potentially pointing to a low-scoring affair. But should we really expect a tight defensive battle, or could this clash produce goals? Letβs break it down.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 28 February 2026 and ended with a scoreline of 2:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Gamba Osaka):
- ball possession percentage: 56% vs 44%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 4;
- fouls: 13 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 7 vs 4.
πStatistical preview of official matches between the teams Shimizu S Pulse and Gamba Osaka:
- played 43 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 10, for the away team - 24, draws - 9;
- number of goals - 51 against 75;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.21, in the 2nd half - 1.72;
- average total goals in the match - 2.93.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the J1 League tournament (home team - Fagiano Okayama, away team - Shimizu S Pulse). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:0.
Here's the game statistics (Shimizu S Pulse vs Fagiano Okayama):
- ball possession: 60% vs 40%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 7 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 4.
In their last five outings, Shimizu have picked up three wins and suffered two defeats, indicating a relatively solid run of form. Over the course of the season, the team have struggled to find the net, averaging just 1.06 goals per game. Defensively, they have performed at a similar level, conceding slightly more than a goal per match. Notably, Shimizu have won their last two home fixtures via penalty shootouts, but that scenario won't suffice this time: while a win would draw them level on points with Gamba, they'd still trail on goal difference. The hosts need to secure victory within regular time.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse
Gamba Osaka Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the AFC Champions League Two tournament (home team - Al Nasr Riyadh, away - Gamba Osaka). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here are the match stats (Gamba Osaka vs Al Nasr Riyadh):
- ball possession: 32% vs 68%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 9;
- fouls: 19 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 1 vs 6.
Gamba Osaka have struggled for consistency lately, picking up two wins and suffering three defeats in their last five matches. Over the course of the season, the visitors have posted a higher average goals-per-game rate (1.41) than their upcoming opponents, though they also concede more often (1.24 per game). However, the domestic league has taken a back seat for Gamba, as they have thrown all their energy into the AFC Champions League 2. There, they pulled off a stunning upset in the final, defeating Al-Nassr and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Match Results: Gamba Osaka
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 43;
- home team wins - 10, away team wins - 24, draws - 9.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Gamba Osaka
- matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- wins: 8 vs 9;
- win percentage: 47% vs 53%;
- losses: 9 vs 8;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 5;
- losses: 5 vs 5;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
- Gamba Osaka have drawn in 4 of last 5 away games (J1 League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.19, the guests - 1.74;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.93;
- both teams scored: overall - 25; at the home team's field - 14.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Gamba Osaka
- average total in the tournament: 2.18 vs 2.65;
- average total goals scored: 1.06 vs 1.41;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.35 vs 0.71;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.71 vs 0.71;
- Shimizu S Pulse: average total at home in the tournament - 1.13;
- Gamba Osaka: average total away in the tournament - 1.13;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.2) vs 1.5 (away - 1.4).
- Under 2.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Shimizu S Pulse games against Gamba Osaka (J1 League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 43;
- both teams scored all-time - 25 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 14 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Gamba Osaka
- number of matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 10 vs 10;
- number of BTTS matches for Shimizu S Pulse at home - 6 (75%);
- number of BTTS matches for Gamba Osaka away - 6 (75%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Shimizu S Pulse at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Gamba Osaka away - 3 (60%).
- Gamba Osaka have scored and conceded in last 5 away games (J1 League).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (31/171, 18.1%);
- Shimizu S Pulse at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (4/8, 50%);
- Gamba Osaka away most often play: 1:1 , 2:2 (2/8, 25%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.87% (odds 5.75)
0:1 - 10.06% (odds 6.7)
1:0 - 9.36% (odds 7.07)
β Editorial Prediction
Both teams have shown average attacking form, but what stands out is Gambaβs recent run of away fixtures featuring goals at both ends. Backing both teams to score (yes) looks like a solid bet here. In their previous head-to-head, the sides traded goals twice, but this time around, a more cautious affair seems likely, with a 1-1 draw a reasonable prediction.
Betting Tips: Shimizu S Pulse - Gamba Osaka
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