Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu Prediction 27 September 2025
Vissel Kobe host Shimizu S-Pulse in a match that promises to be tense and exciting. Vissel Kobe sit second in the J1 League standings and have been showcasing solid performances at home. They have won 6 of their last 10 matches, underscoring their consistency. However, clashes with Shimizu always spark intrigue-both teams tend to score and concede, as head-to-head statistics confirm. Shimizu, currently in eleventh place, are showing decent form with 4 wins in their last 10 games. Their playing style is built on a strong defense and occasional counterattacks.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between the teams took place on 25 May 2025 and ended with a 3-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative analysis of that encounter (home team - Shimizu S-Pulse):
- possession percentage: 45% vs 55%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 4;
- fouls: 10 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 6.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Vissel Kobe and Shimizu S-Pulse:
- 38 matches played;
- home victories - 14, away wins - 17, draws - 7;
- goals scored - 54 against 49;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.05, in the 2nd half - 1.66;
- average total goals per match - 2.71.
Head-to-head statistics Vissel Kobe - Shimizu
Vissel Kobe Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the J1 League, featuring Vissel Kobe as the hosts against Tokyo Verdy. The game ended with a decisive 4-0 victory.
Here's a breakdown of the match statistics (Vissel Kobe vs Tokyo Verdy):
- possession percentage: 61% vs 39%;
- corner kicks: 12 vs 3;
- fouls: 10 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 8 vs 4.
Vissel Kobe continue their impressive run in this J1 League season. The team currently sits in second place, boasting a record of 17 wins, 6 draws, and only 8 losses for the season. Their recent form is noteworthy, with 3 victories in their last 5 matches and an average of 1.2 goals scored per game. Defensively, they've been solid, conceding just 0.5 goals on average over the past 10 games, making them a formidable side at home. In their previous head-to-head encounter, the hosts fell to Shimizu with a scoreline of 3-2.
Match Results: Vissel Kobe
Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the J-League 1 tournament (home team - Shimizu S-Pulse, away team - Urawa Red Diamonds). The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the game statistics (Shimizu S-Pulse vs Urawa Red Diamonds):
- possession percentage: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 5;
- fouls: 10 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 9.
Shimizu S-Pulse consistently hover around mid-table, currently sitting in eleventh place with 10 wins and an equal number of draws this season. Despite their position, the team has managed to avoid defeat in their last four matches, securing 2 wins and 2 draws. The visitors' playing style is rooted in solid defense, conceding an average of just 0.7 goals over their last 10 matches. However, their attacking prowess leaves much to be desired, with less than 1 goal per game.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse
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Midfielder Kento Hamasaki is sidelined due to an acromioclavicular joint dislocation, with recovery expected to take nearly six months. Goalkeeper Shota Arai is dealing with a cruciate ligament tear-a serious injury that is predicted to keep him out for an extended period.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 38;
- Home wins - 14, Away wins - 17, Draws - 7.
Statistics: Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-Pulse
- Matches played in the league: 31 vs 31;
- Wins: 17 vs 10;
- Win percentage: 55% vs 32%;
- Losses: 8 vs 11;
- Draws: 6 vs 10.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 6 vs 4;
- Losses: 2 vs 2;
- Draws: 2 vs 4.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have covered a +1.5 handicap in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head matches when playing away (J1 League).
- Shimizu S-Pulse have covered a +1.5 handicap in their last 5 matches (J1 League).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Today's home team average goals - 1.42, away team - 1.29;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.71;
- Both teams scored: overall - 23 times; at the home field - 14 times.
Statistics: Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-Pulse
- Average total in the league: 2.16 vs 2.23;
- Average goals scored: 1.32 vs 1.06;
- Average first-half total: 0.52 vs 0.45;
- Average second-half total: 0.81 vs 0.61;
- Vissel Kobe: average home total in the league - 1.38;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: average away total in the league - 0.81;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.2) vs 0.7 (away - 0.5).
- Total goals under 2.5 have hit in 6 of Vissel Kobe's last 7 matches (J1 League).
- Total goals under 2.5 have hit in Shimizu S-Pulse's last 5 matches (J1 League).
Corners Prediction
Vissel Kobe: Statistics
- Season: average total in the league - 5.61; at home - 5.69;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.2; at home - 5.8.
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the league - 5, away - 5.25;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.2; away - 5.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.64 (0.82 for the home team and 0.82 for the visitors);
- Average total yellow cards at the home field - 1.75 (0.85 for the home team and 0.9 for the visitors).
Vissel Kobe: Statistics
- Season: average total in the league - 0.84; at home - 0.44;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 0.8; at home - 0.8.
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: average total in the league - 1.32, away - 1.19;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2.1; away - 2.17.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 38;
- Both teams scored overall - 23 times;
- At the home field - 14 times.
Statistics: Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-Pulse
- Total matches played in the league: 31 vs 31;
- Total matches this season with both teams scoring (BTTS): 13 vs 13;
- BTTS for Vissel Kobe at home - 5 (31%);
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse away - 5 (31%).
Last 10 matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 2 vs 2;
- BTTS for Vissel Kobe at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS for Shimizu S-Pulse away - 0 (0%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The clash between Vissel Kobe and Shimizu promises to be a tactical battle with a strong defensive focus from both sides. Given the current form of the home team and their ambition to solidify their position among the league leaders, as well as the fact that most recent games have ended with low scoring (under 2.5 goals), the most reasonable bet for this match appears to be under 2.5 goals. This aligns with the overall trend of both teams favoring a more conservative style of play.
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