Shimizu vs Vissel Kobe Prediction 25 May 2025
In this showdown, Shimizu S-Pulse and Vissel Kobe will face off on the field, continuing their battle in the league. The home side has shown inconsistent form with recent dropped points, yet they play confidently at home, finding the back of the net regularly. Meanwhile, the visitors are on an upswing following several successful matches and aim to solidify their position at the top of the table. A dynamic match is anticipated, featuring an intriguing tactical duel-from Shimizu's attack to Vissel's organized defense. Special attention will be given to which team can better capitalize on their strengths.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Shimizu S-Pulse and Vissel Kobe:
- 37 matches played;
- home team victories - 16, away team wins - 14, draws - 7;
- goals scored - 46 versus 52;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.03, in the 2nd half - 1.62;
- average total goals per match - 2.65.
Head-to-head statistics Shimizu - Vissel Kobe

Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the J-League 1 tournament (home team - Kashima Antlers, away team - Shimizu S-Pulse). The match ended with a score of 1-0.
Here are the match statistics (Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers):
- possession: 55% vs 45%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 1;
- fouls: 12 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 0 vs 3.
Shimizu S-Pulse are renowned for their knack of finding scoring opportunities even in the toughest situations. Despite currently sitting 10th in the standings, they deliver strong performances at home; the "Orange" manage to score in nearly every match on their turf. Their main issue, however, lies in a fragile defense-conceding goals frequently complicates their quest for points. Over their last ten matches, they've secured three wins but suffered five defeats, underscoring their inconsistency. Nevertheless, their previous head-to-head against Vissel ended in a 2-1 victory.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse

Vissel Kobe Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the J1 League (Yokohama F. Marinos hosted Vissel Kobe). The match concluded with a 2-1 victory for Vissel Kobe.
Here are the match statistics (Vissel Kobe vs Yokohama F. Marinos):
- possession percentage: 48% vs 52%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 5;
- fouls: 12 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 4.
Vissel Kobe currently sit in 8th place and are in fine form, having secured four wins in their last five matches. This run of success highlights the players' confidence and their readiness to compete for top positions. The team adopts a balanced playing style, combining solid defense with effective counterattacks, making them a formidable opponent for any team in the league. They concede less than one goal per game on average, underscoring the strength of their defensive setup.
Match Results: Vissel Kobe
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-head Matches:
- Total encounters - 37;
- First-half wins at home - 1; for the visitors - 6; draws - 10;
- Average first-half total: 1.03;
- Today's home team averages 0.35 goals, while the visitors score 0.68.
First-half Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse (home) vs Vissel Kobe (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 6;
- Wins: 4 (0.5%) vs 1 (0.17%);
- Losses: 3 (0.38%) vs 1 (0.17%);
- Draws: 1 (0.13%) vs 4 (0.67%);
- Average goals scored: 1.38 vs 0.5;
- Average goals conceded: 0.5 vs 0.17.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 3 vs 1;
- Losses: 4 vs 2;
- Draws: 3 vs 7;
- Average first-half total: 1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.5) vs 0.7 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.4).
- Vissel Kobe have drawn the first half in six consecutive matches (J1 League).
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Number of encounters - 37;
- Home wins - 16, away wins - 14, draws - 7.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe
- Matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 15;
- Wins: 6 vs 7;
- Win percentage: 35% vs 47%;
- Losses: 7 vs 5;
- Draws: 4 vs 3.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 6;
- Losses: 5 vs 4;
- Draws: 2 vs 0.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have covered the +1.5 handicap at home in 23 of their last 24 matches.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have covered the +1.5 handicap in 8 of their last 9 matches.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have covered the +1.5 handicap in 7 of their last 8 matches (J1 League).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Today's home team averages - 1.24 goals, away team - 1.41;
- Average total goals in head-to-head - 2.65;
- Both teams scored: overall - 22 times; at the home team's ground - 8 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe
- Average total in the tournament: 2.41 vs 2;
- Average goals scored: 1.24 vs 1.07;
- Average total in the first half: 0.53 vs 0.33;
- Average total in the second half: 0.71 vs 0.73;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average total at home in the tournament - 1.63;
- Vissel Kobe: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.5) vs 1.1 (away - 0.5).
- Total over 1.5 goals has hit in 11 of the last 12 head-to-head matches between these teams.
- Total over 1.5 goals has hit in 10 of the last 11 head-to-head matches between these teams (J1 League).
- Total over 1.5 goals has hit in 12 of Shimizu S-Pulse's last 14 matches.
- Total over 1.5 goals has hit in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 8 home matches (J1 League).
Corners Prediction
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.12; at home - 4.13;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3.7; at home - 2.75.
Vissel Kobe: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.67, away - 5.83;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.5; away - 7.25.
- Total under 9.5 corners has hit in 6 of Shimizu S-Pulse's last 7 matches (J1 League).
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.24 (1.62 for both home and away);
- Average total yellow cards at home ground - 1.47 (0.76 for home, and 0.71 for away).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 0.94; at home - 1;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.2; at home - 1.5.
Vissel Kobe: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 0.73, away - 1.5;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 0.9; away - 2.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 37;
- Both teams scored overall - on 22 occasions;
- At the home team's ground - on 8 occasions.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe
- Total matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 15;
- Total matches with both teams scoring (BTTS): Shimizu S-Pulse - on home soil - 5 (63%); Vissel Kobe - away - on two occasions (33%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: Shimizu S-Pulse - on home soil - three occasions (75%); Vissel Kobe - away - none.
Editor's Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams and their head-to-head history, a fiercely contested match can be expected, with both sides actively engaged both offensively and defensively. Although Shimizu frequently scores at home and Vissel are known for their solid defense on the road, a bet on over 2.5 goals seems promising given the recent trends in these teams' games (11 of their last 12 matches have ended this way). This wager strikes a balance between the home side's attacking ambitions and the visitors' skill in controlling the game.