Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-Pulse: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 May

Kyoto Sanga

L D L L L

8th place in West

1-2

02/05/2026 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

L W D D L

7th place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-Pulse on 02 May 2026 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-Pulse preview before placing your bet.

Kyoto Sanga will face Shimizu S-Pulse in J-League Division 1 on May 2, 2026 at 01:00.
Kyoto Sanga are currently 8th with 23 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 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.03.

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

01:00

2026-05-02

Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-Pulse - Prediction & Odds

Kyoto Sanga

Shimizu S-Pulse

2026-05-02 01:00

STANDINGS UP TO 02/05/2026

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

14/02/2026 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

1 - 1

Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

20/09/2025 06:00

Kyoto Sanga

0 - 1

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

16/03/2025 00:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

1 - 2

Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

10/07/2024 06:00

Kyoto Sanga

3 - 1

Shimizu S-Pulse

JE Cup

27/08/2022 05:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

1 - 0

Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

22/06/2022 06:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

0 - 1

Kyoto Sanga

JE Cup

Shimizu S-Pulse

33%

Draw

17%

Kyoto Sanga

50%

Kyoto Sanga Last 6 matches

29/04/2026 02:00

Kyoto Sanga 1 - 1 Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

18/04/2026 03:00

Cerezo Osaka 3 - 0 Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

11/04/2026 03:00

Kyoto Sanga 5 - 1 Fagiano Okayama

JPN D1

04/04/2026 03:00

Gamba Osaka 2 - 0 Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

22/03/2026 01:00

Kyoto Sanga 1 - 1 Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

18/03/2026 06:00

V-Varen Nagasaki 1 - 2 Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Shimizu S-Pulse

29/04/2026 00:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 2 V-Varen Nagasaki

JPN D1

25/04/2026 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 0 - 2 Nagoya Grampus

JPN D1

11/04/2026 01:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 1 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

05/04/2026 00:00

V-Varen Nagasaki 0 - 3 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

01/04/2026 06:00

Vissel Kobe 2 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

22/03/2026 00:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 3 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Played games

Kyoto Sanga

Shimizu S-Pulse

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.10

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.60

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

14 (70%)6 (30%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

14 (70%)6 (30%)

Kyoto Sanga

Recent matches

Shimizu S-Pulse

Under /Over

(80%)16 4(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

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

(55%)11 9(45%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kyoto Sanga

Shimizu S-Pulse

Shots

Kyoto Sanga

Total shots

13.05 avg / game

Blocked

65 total

Avg. 3.42

Shimizu S-Pulse

Total shots

11.15 avg / game

Blocked

66 total

Avg. 3.30

Kyoto Sanga Pass Shimizu S-Pulse

Total passes

7219

Avg. 380 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

7670

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kyoto Sanga

Played games

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.15

Clean sheets

0.15

4.90

Corners

4.90

26.80

536

Throw-ins

518

25.90

1.85

Offsides

2.40

2.00

GK saves

2.60

Kyoto Sanga

DISCIPLINARY

Shimizu S-Pulse

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.35

1.05

0.05

0.05

11.05

221

Fouls

191

9.55

8.00

160

Tackles

173

8.65

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How We Build the Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-Pulse Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-Pulse on 02 May 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.

Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-Pulse Form Analysis

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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