Shimizu S-Pulse vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 March

Shimizu S-Pulse

L W D D L

7th place in West

3-1

22/03/2026 00:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

D L D W W

4th place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Shimizu S-Pulse vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce on 22 March 2026 (kick-off: 00:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shimizu S-Pulse vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce preview before placing your bet.

Shimizu S-Pulse will face Hiroshima Sanfrecce in J-League Division 1 on March 22, 2026 at 00:00.
Shimizu S-Pulse are currently 7th with 24 points after 18 matches.
Hiroshima Sanfrecce sit 4th with 30 points from 18 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.78.

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

00:00

2026-03-22

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce - Prediction & Odds

Shimizu S-Pulse

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

2026-03-22 00:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/03/2026

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

10/08/2025 05:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

0 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

06/08/2025 05:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

3 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JE Cup

26/02/2025 06:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

1 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

03/09/2022 05:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

2 - 0

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

18/05/2022 06:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

2 - 1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN LC

29/04/2022 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

2 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

50%

Draw

50%

Shimizu S-Pulse

Shimizu S-Pulse Last 6 matches

18/03/2026 06:00

Avispa Fukuoka 1 - 1 Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

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

Win

17%

Draw

83%

Lost

Last 6 matches Hiroshima Sanfrecce

18/03/2026 06:00

Nagoya Grampus 2 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

14/03/2026 02:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 2 - 0 Gamba Osaka

JPN D1

11/03/2026 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 0 Johor Darul Takzim

ACLE

04/03/2026 08:15

Johor Darul Takzim 3 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

ACLE

27/02/2026 06:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 2 Kyoto Sanga

JPN D1

22/02/2026 02:00

Cerezo Osaka 1 - 2 Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

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

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.70

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.80

Scored

Avg. per game

0.90

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

12 (60%)8 (40%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

12 (60%)8 (40%)

Shimizu S-Pulse

Recent matches

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)16 4(20%)

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

Under /Over

(55%)11 9(45%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

/Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Shimizu S-Pulse

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Shots

Shimizu S-Pulse

Total shots

11.15 avg / game

Blocked

66 total

Avg. 3.30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total shots

16.45 avg / game

Blocked

98 total

Avg. 4.90

Shimizu S-Pulse Pass Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total passes

7670

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

8540

Avg. 427 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Shimizu S-Pulse

Played games

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.15

Clean sheets

0.25

4.90

Corners

119

5.95

25.90

518

Throw-ins

506

25.30

2.40

Offsides

2.05

2.60

GK saves

2.20

Shimizu S-Pulse

DISCIPLINARY

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.05

0.95

0.05

0.00

9.55

191

Fouls

228

11.40

8.65

173

Tackles

174

8.70

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How We Build the Shimizu S-Pulse vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shimizu S-Pulse vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce on 22 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.

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce 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 Hiroshima Sanfrecce'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 Hiroshima Sanfrecce sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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