J1 League· Regular Season - 18· IAI Stadium Nihondaira
Shimizu S-pulse
Gamba Osaka1-2
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Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka Prediction & Betting Tips
Sunday, 24 May 2026 · Kick-off
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More Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5Shimizu S-pulse +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 86% | 1.17 | - |
| AH2 +1.5Gamba Osaka +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 78% | 1.28 | - |
| 1XShimizu S-pulse or Draw | 70% | 1.44 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 67% | 1.49 | - |
| X2Gamba Osaka or Draw | 62% | 1.61 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 58% | 1.72 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 55% | 1.80 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 45% | 2.24 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 42% | 2.40 | - |
| 1Shimizu S-pulse to win | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 33% | 3.03 | - |
| XDraw | 32% | 3.14 | - |
| 2Gamba Osaka to win | 30% | 3.29 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Shimizu S-pulse -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 22% | 4.63 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Gamba Osaka -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 14% | 7.00 | - |
Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka preview & analysis
Match preview
Shimizu S-pulse host Gamba Osaka in the J1 League (Regular Season - 18) at IAI Stadium Nihondaira on Sunday, 24 May 2026, with kick-off at 08:00 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, Shimizu S-pulse have won 1, Gamba Osaka have won 2 and 3 ended level. Those games averaged 1.7 goals, and both teams scored in 2 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Shimizu S-pulse narrow favourites: Shimizu S-pulse 38%, draw 32%, Gamba Osaka 30%. We expect around 2.9 goals (1.6 - 1.3 in expected goals), with 55% for over 2.5 and 58% for both teams to score.
Head to head
J1 League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
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| 1 |  Vissel Kobe | 18 | 11 | 0 | 7 | +4 | 35 |
| 2 |  Cerezo Osaka | 18 | 11 | 0 | 7 | +9 | 31 |
| 3 |  Nagoya Grampus | 18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | +2 | 31 |
| 4 |  Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | +8 | 30 |
| 5 | Gamba Osaka | 18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | +6 | 28 |
| 6 |  Fagiano Okayama | 18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -3 | 26 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-pulse | 18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -2 | 24 |
| 8 |  Kyoto Sanga | 18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -6 | 23 |
| 9 |  V-varen Nagasaki | 18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -8 | 21 |
| 10 |  Avispa Fukuoka | 18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -10 | 21 |
Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka: FAQ
Who is the favourite to win Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka?
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Shimizu S-pulse are favourites. Our model gives Shimizu S-pulse a 38% chance of winning, Gamba Osaka 30%, and the draw 32%.
Will both teams score in Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka?
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We rate both teams to score at 58%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka kick off?
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Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka kicks off at 08:00 UTC on Sunday, 24 May 2026 at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, Shizuoka.
