Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
05:00 WAT, Saturday 17 October: Shimizu S-pulse v Gamba Osaka in the J1 League, played at IAI Stadium Nihondaira. In the table, Shimizu S-pulse are 7th, lower half, on 24 points after 18 matches; Gamba Osaka are 5th (upper half) with 28.
Current form
Shimizu S-pulse, last 5: LWDWW Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to Yokohama F. Marinos, away. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 0 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 0.8 conceded per game.
Gamba Osaka, last 5: WLDWL Their latest outing: 3–1 win over Newcastle Jets, away. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 3. 2.5 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
Head to head
When they last met (24 May 2026) it ended Shimizu S-pulse 1–2 Gamba Osaka.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Shimizu S-pulse 1.3 xG, Gamba Osaka 1.0 xG – a total near 2.3. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 40%, GG 55%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Shimizu S-pulse 45%, draw 23%, Gamba Osaka 32%.
GG/NG: GG (55%) at 1.70.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Both teams to score (55%, odds 1.70). Most likely score in line with that pick: Shimizu S-pulse 1–1 Gamba Osaka. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Shimizu S-pulse45%fair 2.21 · @2.25
Draw23%fair 4.39 · @3.20
Gamba Osaka32%fair 3.13 · @3.00
2.28Expected goals
1.28Shimizu S-pulse xG
1.00Gamba Osaka xG
55%Both score
40%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–113%
1–013%
0–110%
0–010%
2–18%
2–08%
From our goals model: Shimizu S-pulse 1.3 – 1.0 Gamba Osaka expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 55% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.70.
Who will win Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka?
On our numbers Shimizu S-pulse have a 45% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Gamba Osaka 32%.
How many goals will there be in Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka?
We expect about 2.3 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 40% likely and both teams score 55% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka?
Our predicted score is Shimizu S-pulse 1–1 Gamba Osaka, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.3 goals in total.
When is Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka?
Shimizu S-pulse vs Gamba Osaka (J1 League) kicks off on Saturday 17 October 2026 at 05:00 (West Africa Time) at IAI Stadium Nihondaira.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.