Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 February

Gamba Osaka

D D W L L

5th place in West

2-2

Pen. 5-4

28/02/2026 02:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

L W D D L

7th place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse on 28 February 2026 (kick-off: 02:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse preview before placing your bet.

Gamba Osaka will face Shimizu S-Pulse in J-League Division 1 on February 28, 2026 at 02:00.
Gamba Osaka are currently 5th with 28 points after 18 matches.
Shimizu S-Pulse sit 7th with 24 points from 18 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.99.

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

02:00

2026-02-28

Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse - Prediction & Odds

Gamba Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse

2026-02-28 02:00

STANDINGS UP TO 28/02/2026

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

15/06/2025 05:30

Shimizu S-Pulse

0 - 0

Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

08/03/2025 02:00

Gamba Osaka

1 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

14/08/2022 06:00

Gamba Osaka

0 - 2

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

10/04/2022 00:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

1 - 1

Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

13/08/2021 06:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

0 - 1

Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

18/04/2021 04:00

Gamba Osaka

0 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

Shimizu S-Pulse

17%

Draw

50%

Gamba Osaka

33%

Gamba Osaka Last 6 matches

22/02/2026 01:00

Fagiano Okayama 1 - 2 Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

19/02/2026 06:00

Gamba Osaka 2 - 1 Pohang Steelers

ACL2

15/02/2026 03:00

Gamba Osaka 0 - 0 Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

12/02/2026 06:00

Pohang Steelers 1 - 1 Gamba Osaka

ACL2

07/02/2026 03:00

Cerezo Osaka 0 - 0 Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

14/01/2026 22:00

Gamba Osaka 3 - 2 Machida Zelvia

INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Last 6 matches Shimizu S-Pulse

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

06/12/2025 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 2 Fagiano Okayama

JPN D1

30/11/2025 01:00

Shonan Bellmare 1 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

09/11/2025 02:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 4 Cerezo Osaka

JPN D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Gamba Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.85

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored

Avg. per game

0.70

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.80

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

11 (55%)9 (45%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

12 (60%)8 (40%)

Gamba Osaka

Recent matches

Shimizu S-Pulse

Under /Over

(80%)16 4(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

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

Gamba Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse

Shots

Gamba Osaka

Total shots

12.90 avg / game

Blocked

64 total

Avg. 3.20

Shimizu S-Pulse

Total shots

11.15 avg / game

Blocked

66 total

Avg. 3.30

Gamba Osaka Pass Shimizu S-Pulse

Total passes

9154

Avg. 458 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

7670

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Gamba Osaka

Played games

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.15

4.20

Corners

4.90

24.45

489

Throw-ins

518

25.90

1.65

Offsides

2.40

2.65

GK saves

2.60

Gamba Osaka

DISCIPLINARY

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.30

1.05

0.10

0.05

10.40

208

Fouls

191

9.55

8.80

176

Tackles

173

8.65

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How We Build the Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse on 28 February 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.

Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Gamba Osaka'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 Gamba Osaka and Shimizu S-Pulse sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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