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 06:00

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: 06:00) 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 are currently 5th with 28 points after 18 matches.
Shimizu S-Pulse sit 7th with 24 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Gamba Osaka to win with probability 47%.
Head-to-head history favors Gamba Osaka, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Shimizu S-Pulse have one win, while 3 matches ended in draws.

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

2026-02-28

Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse - Prediction & Odds

Gamba Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse

2026-02-28 06:00

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 09:30

Shimizu S-Pulse

0 - 0

Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

08/03/2025 06:00

Gamba Osaka

1 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

14/08/2022 10:00

Gamba Osaka

0 - 2

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

10/04/2022 04:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

1 - 1

Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

13/08/2021 10:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

0 - 1

Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

18/04/2021 08:00

Gamba Osaka

0 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

Gamba Osaka

33%

Draw

50%

Shimizu S-Pulse

17%

Gamba Osaka Last 6 matches

22/02/2026 05:00

Fagiano Okayama 1 - 2 Gamba Osaka JPN D1

19/02/2026 10:00

Gamba Osaka 2 - 1 Pohang Steelers ACL2

15/02/2026 07:00

Gamba Osaka 0 - 0 Nagoya Grampus JPN D1

12/02/2026 10:00

Pohang Steelers 1 - 1 Gamba Osaka ACL2

07/02/2026 07:00

Cerezo Osaka 0 - 0 Gamba Osaka JPN D1

15/01/2026 02:00

Gamba Osaka 3 - 2 Machida Zelvia INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Last 6 matches Shimizu S-Pulse

21/02/2026 05:30

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe JPN D1

14/02/2026 05:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 1 Kyoto Sanga JPN D1

08/02/2026 05:00

Nagoya Grampus 1 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D1

06/12/2025 05:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 2 Fagiano Okayama JPN D1

30/11/2025 05:00

Shonan Bellmare 1 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D1

09/11/2025 06:00

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

Played games

Gamba Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.10

Scored

Avg. per game

1.10

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.20

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 10 home matches

YesNo

7 (70%)3 (30%)

In last 10 home matches

NoYes

9 (90%)1 (10%)

Gamba Osaka

Recent matches

Shimizu S-Pulse

Under /Over

(70%)7 3(30%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(90%)9 1(10%)

Under /Over

(50%)5 5(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)2 8(80%)

Under /Over

(40%)4 6(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)6 4(40%)

/Yes

(50%)5 5(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(80%)8 2(20%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Gamba Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse

Shots

Gamba Osaka

Total shots

14.20 avg / game

Blocked

31 total

Avg. 3.10

Shimizu S-Pulse

Total shots

11.80 avg / game

Blocked

28 total

Avg. 2.80

Gamba Osaka Pass Shimizu S-Pulse

Total passes

4736

Avg. 474 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

3816

Avg. 382 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Gamba Osaka

Played games

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.10

5.40

Corners

5.30

24.20

242

Throw-ins

264

26.40

1.60

Offsides

2.50

2.70

GK saves

2.10

Gamba Osaka

DISCIPLINARY

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.70

0.90

0.00

0.10

8.90

Fouls

9.50

7.80

Tackles

8.30

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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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