Shimizu S-Pulse vs Albirex Niigata: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 February

Shimizu S-Pulse

D L W L L

14th place in J-League Division 1

2-0

22/02/2025 01:00

Albirex Niigata

D L D L L

20th place in J-League Division 1

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Shimizu S-Pulse vs Albirex Niigata on 22 February 2025 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shimizu S-Pulse vs Albirex Niigata preview before placing your bet.

Shimizu S-Pulse are currently 14th with 44 points after 38 matches.
Albirex Niigata sit 20th with 24 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Shimizu S-Pulse to win with probability 41%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Shimizu S-Pulse and Albirex Niigata have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 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

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Pred

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Weather

01:00

2025-02-22

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Albirex Niigata - Prediction & Odds

Shimizu S-Pulse

Albirex Niigata

2025-02-22 01:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/02/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Kashima Antlers	76	38	23	7	8	58	31	27
02 Kashiwa Reysol	75	38	21	12	5	60	34	26
03 Kyoto Sanga	68	38	19	11	8	62	40	22
04 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	68	38	20	8	10	46	28	18
05 Vissel Kobe	64	38	18	10	10	46	33	13
06 Machida Zelvia	60	38	17	9	12	52	38	14
07 Urawa Red Diamonds	59	38	16	11	11	45	39	6
08 Kawasaki Frontale	57	38	15	12	11	67	57	10
09 Gamba Osaka	57	38	17	6	15	53	55	-2
10 Cerezo Osaka	52	38	14	10	14	60	57	3
11 FC Tokyo	50	38	13	11	14	41	48	-7
12 Avispa Fukuoka	48	38	12	12	14	34	38	-4
13 Fagiano Okayama	45	38	12	9	17	34	43	-9
14 Shimizu S-Pulse	44	38	11	11	16	41	51	-10
15 Yokohama Marinos	43	38	12	7	19	46	47	-1
16 Nagoya Grampus	43	38	11	10	17	44	56	-12
17 Tokyo Verdy	43	38	11	10	17	23	41	-18
18 Yokohama FC	35	38	9	8	21	27	45	-18
19 Shonan Bellmare	32	38	8	8	22	36	63	-27
20 Albirex Niigata	24	38	4	12	22	36	67	-31

Head To Head

26/11/2017 00:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

2 - 3

Albirex Niigata

JPN D1

11/03/2017 02:30

Albirex Niigata

0 - 2

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

16/08/2015 05:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

1 - 1

Albirex Niigata

JPN D1

14/03/2015 00:00

Albirex Niigata

0 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

22/10/2014 06:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

2 - 1

Albirex Niigata

JPN D1

06/05/2014 01:00

Albirex Niigata

2 - 1

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

Shimizu S-Pulse

33%

Draw

33%

Albirex Niigata

33%

Shimizu S-Pulse Last 6 matches

16/02/2025 01:00

Tokyo Verdy 0 - 1 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D1

10/11/2024 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 0 Roasso Kumamoto JPN D2

03/11/2024 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 0 Iwaki FC JPN D2

27/10/2024 01:00

Tochigi SC 0 - 1 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D2

20/10/2024 00:10

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 2 Montedio Yamagata JPN D2

06/10/2024 01:00

Mito Hollyhock 2 - 2 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D2

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Albirex Niigata

15/02/2025 01:00

Yokohama Marinos 1 - 1 Albirex Niigata JPN D1

23/01/2025 22:30

Iwaki FC 2 - 3 Albirex Niigata INT CF

08/12/2024 01:00

Urawa Red Diamonds 0 - 0 Albirex Niigata JPN D1

30/11/2024 01:00

Albirex Niigata 0 - 1 Gamba Osaka JPN D1

09/11/2024 02:00

Kashiwa Reysol 1 - 1 Albirex Niigata JPN D1

02/11/2024 00:05

Nagoya Grampus 2 - 2 Albirex Niigata JPN LC

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

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

Shimizu S-Pulse

Albirex Niigata

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.61

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored

Avg. per game

0.47

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.89

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

18 (47%)20 (53%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

14 (37%)24 (63%)

Shimizu S-Pulse

Recent matches

Albirex Niigata

Under /Over

(68%)26 12(32%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

Under /Over

(21%)8 30(79%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

/Yes

(47%)18 20(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(61%)23 15(39%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Shimizu S-Pulse

Albirex Niigata

Shots

Shimizu S-Pulse

Total shots

12.58 avg / game

Blocked

71 total

Avg. 3.23

Albirex Niigata

Total shots

11.55 avg / game

Blocked

87 total

Avg. 4.35

Shimizu S-Pulse Pass Albirex Niigata

Total passes

17321

Avg. 456 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

19342

Avg. 509 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Shimizu S-Pulse

Played games

Albirex Niigata

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.13

4.87

185

Corners

173

4.55

21.82

829

Throw-ins

756

19.89

1.26

Offsides

1.05

3.45

131

GK saves

2.34

Shimizu S-Pulse

DISCIPLINARY

Albirex Niigata

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.24

1.03

0.05

0.03

10.03

381

Fouls

374

9.84

7.92

301

Tackles

350

9.21

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How We Build the Shimizu S-Pulse vs Albirex Niigata Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shimizu S-Pulse vs Albirex Niigata on 22 February 2025 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.

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Albirex Niigata Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Shimizu S-Pulse's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Albirex Niigata'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 Shimizu S-Pulse and Albirex Niigata sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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