Shimizu vs Shonan Prediction 29 March 2025
In the upcoming J-League 1 clash between Shimizu S-Pulse and Shonan Bellmare, fans can expect a tense battle. Both teams are eager to solidify their standings on the league table, each with their own set of strengths. Shimizu S-Pulse, sitting mid-table, will aim to capitalize on their home advantage to boost their results. Meanwhile, Shonan Bellmare, holding a higher position, are looking to cement their spot at the top. The head-to-head statistics and current form of both teams suggest an intriguing encounter with the potential for a draw.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of the official head-to-head encounters between Shimizu S-Pulse and Shonan Bellmare:
- 21 matches played;
- home victories - 9, away wins - 5, draws - 7;
- total goals scored - 44 to 28;
- average first-half total - 1.48, second-half - 1.95;
- average total goals per match - 3.43.
The last game took place on 24 May 2023 at Shimizu S-Pulse's ground and ended with a scoreline of 3-2.
Head-to-head statistics Shimizu - Shonan

Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
Shimizu S-Pulse currently sit 10th in the J1 League standings. The team has shown consistent form, securing victories in 6 of their last 10 matches. Their style of play is marked by strong defense, as evidenced by an average of just 0.6 goals conceded per game. However, Shimizu often ends up drawing at home against Shonan Bellmare, which could pose a challenge. In their most recent head-to-head clash in 2023, the "Orange" clinched a 3-2 victory, boosting confidence in their attacking prowess.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse

Shonan Bellmare Team Overview
Shonan Bellmare currently sit in 5th place on the table, showcasing decent form with four wins and three draws in their last 10 matches. Their average goal-scoring rate stands at 1.1 goals per game, indicating a balanced approach both in attack and defense. Historically, the "Greens" haven't been particularly prolific against Shimizu S-Pulse, scoring fewer than 1.5 goals in each of their last eight head-to-head encounters. Nonetheless, their current league position reflects the team's serious ambitions for the season.
Match Results: Shonan Bellmare
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 21;
- Home wins - 9, Away wins - 5, Draws - 7.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs. Shonan Bellmare
- Matches played in the tournament: 6 vs. 6;
- Wins: 2 vs. 3;
- Win percentage: 33% vs. 50%;
- Losses: 2 vs. 1;
- Draws: 2 vs. 2.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 6 vs. 4;
- Losses: 2 vs. 3;
- Draws: 2 vs. 3.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have drawn at home in four consecutive head-to-head matches in the J1 League.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's home team average goals - 2.1, away team - 1.33;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.43;
- Both teams scored: Overall - 13 times; At home ground - 9 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs. Shonan Bellmare
- Average tournament total: 1.83 vs. 2;
- Average goals scored: 1 vs. 1.17;
- First half average goals: 0.5 vs. 0.33;
- Second half average goals: 0.5 vs. 0.83;
- Shimizu S-Pulse: Home average in the tournament - 1.33;
- Shonan Bellmare: Away average in the tournament - 1;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.2) vs. 1.1 (away - 0.8).
- Shonan Bellmare have scored less than 1.5 goals in eight consecutive head-to-head matches in the J1 League.
Corners Prediction
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 5.33; At home - 5.67;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 6; At home - 7.6.
Shonan Bellmare: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 5.83, Away - 5;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 4.9; Away - 4.2.
- Shonan Bellmare have taken more than 4.5 corners in five consecutive head-to-head matches.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.72 (0.86 for the home team and 0.86 for the away team);
- Average yellow cards at the home ground - 1.83 (1.08 for the home team and 0.75 for the away team).
Shimizu S-Pulse: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 0.67; At home - 0.33;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 0.4; At home - 0.2.
Shonan Bellmare: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 0.67, Away - 1;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 0.8; Away - 1.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 21;
- Both teams scored overall - 13 times;
- At the home ground - 9 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Shonan Bellmare
- Tournament matches played: 6 vs. 6;
- Matches with both teams scoring this season (BTTS): 3 vs. 4;
- Shimizu S-Pulse BTTS at home - 2 (67%);
- Shonan Bellmare BTTS away - 2 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- Matches with BTTS: 4 vs. 6;
- Shimizu S-Pulse BTTS at home - 2 (40%);
- Shonan Bellmare BTTS away - 2 (40%).
- Shimizu S-Pulse have both scored and conceded at home in nine consecutive head-to-head matches.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have both scored and conceded at home in eight consecutive head-to-head matches in the J1 League.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have both scored and conceded in six of the last seven head-to-head encounters.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have both scored and conceded in five consecutive head-to-head matches in the J1 League.
Editorial Prediction
Based on the current form of the teams and historical head-to-head data, a low-scoring match appears highly likely. Shimizu S-Pulse tend to draw at home against Shonan Bellmare, and both teams exhibit a cautious approach to their games. The trend of under 2.5 goals is supported by the recent match statistics of both sides. Considering this and their current scoring performances, the most probable outcome is under 2.5 goals. This is further backed by the fact that both teams prefer a defensive style, aiming to minimize goals conceded.