Avispa Fukuoka vs Shimizu S-Pulse: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Avispa Fukuoka

L D D D D

10th place in West

1-1

Pen. 4-5

18/03/2026 06:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

L W D D L

7th place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Avispa Fukuoka vs Shimizu S-Pulse on 18 March 2026 (kick-off: 06:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Avispa Fukuoka vs Shimizu S-Pulse preview before placing your bet.

Avispa Fukuoka will face Shimizu S-Pulse in J-League Division 1 on March 18, 2026 at 06:00.
Avispa Fukuoka are currently 10th with 21 points after 18 matches.
Shimizu S-Pulse sit 7th with 24 points from 18 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.43.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

06:00

2026-03-18

Avispa Fukuoka vs Shimizu S-Pulse - Prediction & Odds

Avispa Fukuoka

Shimizu S-Pulse

2026-03-18 06:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2026

East	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Kashima Antlers	45	18	13	4	1	29	9	20
02 FC Tokyo	37	18	9	6	3	28	16	12
03 Machida Zelvia	37	18	8	8	2	23	19	4
04 Kawasaki Frontale	28	18	7	4	7	23	27	-4
05 Tokyo Verdy	28	18	7	4	7	19	25	-6
06 Urawa Red Diamonds	25	18	7	4	7	25	18	7
07 Yokohama Marinos	20	18	6	2	10	28	29	-1
08 Kashiwa Reysol	20	18	6	1	11	21	24	-3
09 Mito Hollyhock	18	18	2	8	8	19	35	-16
10 JEF United Ichihara Chiba	12	18	3	3	12	18	31	-13

West	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vissel Kobe	35	18	9	6	3	27	21	6
02 Cerezo Osaka	31	18	7	6	5	26	19	7
03 Nagoya Grampus	31	18	8	5	5	31	28	3
04 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	30	18	8	4	6	29	21	8
05 Gamba Osaka	28	18	5	8	5	26	22	4
06 Fagiano Okayama	26	18	6	6	6	24	25	-1
07 Shimizu S-Pulse	24	18	4	8	6	19	21	-2
08 Kyoto Sanga	23	18	5	5	8	19	26	-7
09 V-Varen Nagasaki	21	18	6	2	10	20	28	-8
10 Avispa Fukuoka	21	18	3	8	7	17	27	-10

Head To Head

23/08/2025 05:00

Avispa Fukuoka

0 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

20/04/2025 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

3 - 1

Avispa Fukuoka

JPN D1

17/09/2022 06:00

Avispa Fukuoka

3 - 2

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

18/06/2022 05:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

3 - 1

Avispa Fukuoka

JPN D1

02/10/2021 00:30

Avispa Fukuoka

1 - 2

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

06/03/2021 01:05

Shimizu S-Pulse

2 - 2

Avispa Fukuoka

JPN D1

Avispa Fukuoka

50%

Draw

33%

Shimizu S-Pulse

17%

Avispa Fukuoka Last 6 matches

15/03/2026 01:00

V-Varen Nagasaki 1 - 0 Avispa Fukuoka

JPN D1

07/03/2026 03:00

Avispa Fukuoka 1 - 5 Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

27/02/2026 06:00

Vissel Kobe 2 - 1 Avispa Fukuoka

JPN D1

22/02/2026 01:00

Kyoto Sanga 2 - 0 Avispa Fukuoka

JPN D1

15/02/2026 02:00

Avispa Fukuoka 0 - 2 Cerezo Osaka

JPN D1

08/02/2026 00:05

Avispa Fukuoka 1 - 1 Fagiano Okayama

JPN D1

Win

Draw

17%

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Shimizu S-Pulse

14/03/2026 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 1 Fagiano Okayama

JPN D1

07/03/2026 02:00

Cerezo Osaka 0 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

28/02/2026 02:00

Gamba Osaka 2 - 2 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

21/02/2026 01:30

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

14/02/2026 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 1 Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

08/02/2026 01:00

Nagoya Grampus 1 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Played games

Avispa Fukuoka

Shimizu S-Pulse

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.50

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

15 (75%)5 (25%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

14 (70%)6 (30%)

Avispa Fukuoka

Recent matches

Shimizu S-Pulse

Under /Over

(80%)16 4(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

Under /Over

(35%)7 13(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

Under /Over

(35%)7 13(65%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(55%)11 9(45%)

/Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Avispa Fukuoka

Shimizu S-Pulse

Shots

Avispa Fukuoka

Total shots

11.35 avg / game

Blocked

68 total

Avg. 3.58

Shimizu S-Pulse

Total shots

11.15 avg / game

Blocked

66 total

Avg. 3.30

Avispa Fukuoka Pass Shimizu S-Pulse

Total passes

6834

Avg. 342 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

43%

Total passes

7670

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Avispa Fukuoka

Played games

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.10

Clean sheets

0.15

4.55

Corners

4.90

23.85

477

Throw-ins

518

25.90

2.00

Offsides

2.40

1.75

GK saves

2.60

Avispa Fukuoka

DISCIPLINARY

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.10

1.05

0.15

0.05

12.45

249

Fouls

191

9.55

8.15

163

Tackles

173

8.65

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How We Build the Avispa Fukuoka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Avispa Fukuoka vs Shimizu S-Pulse on 18 March 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this J-League Division 1 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Avispa Fukuoka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Avispa Fukuoka's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Shimizu S-Pulse's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

J-League Division 1 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live J-League Division 1 standings and the J-League Division 1 form table to understand exactly where Avispa Fukuoka and Shimizu S-Pulse sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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