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

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 vs Hiroshima Sanfrecce: Starting Lineups Time : 22/03/2026 00:00

Shimizu S-Pulse
3 - 1
Finished
Hiroshima Sanfrecce
83' event Sen Takagi / Oh Se-Hun
83' event Rinsei Ohata / Park Seung Wook
82' event Toshiki Takahashi / Koya Kitagawa
73' event Hikaru Nakahara / Capixaba
66' event Koya Kitagawa
33' event Kanta Chiba / Kai Matsuzaki
21' event Oh Se-Hun
19' event Yutaka Yoshida
event 90+1' Hayato Araki
event 88' Mutsuki Kato / Akito Suzuki
event 84' Germain Ryo
event 72' Shunki Higashi / Sho Sasaki
event 72' Naoki Maeda / Hayao Kawabe
event 57' Kim Joo Sung Goal Disallowed - offside
event 46' Taishi Matsumoto / Takaaki Shichi
event 46' Kosuke Kinoshita / Taichi Yamasaki
83' event Sen Takagi / Oh Se-Hun
event 90+1' Hayato Araki
83' event Rinsei Ohata / Park Seung Wook
event 88' Mutsuki Kato / Akito Suzuki
82' event Toshiki Takahashi / Koya Kitagawa
event 84' Germain Ryo
73' event Hikaru Nakahara / Capixaba
event 72' Shunki Higashi / Sho Sasaki
66' event Koya Kitagawa
event 72' Naoki Maeda / Hayao Kawabe
33' event Kanta Chiba / Kai Matsuzaki
event 57' Kim Joo Sung Goal Disallowed - offside
21' event Oh Se-Hun
event 46' Taishi Matsumoto / Takaaki Shichi
19' event Yutaka Yoshida
event 46' Kosuke Kinoshita / Taichi Yamasaki
Shimizu S-Pulse Shimizu S-Pulse
Substitutions
#23 Kanta Chiba
#11 Hikaru Nakahara
#38 Toshiki Takahashi
#70 Sen Takagi
#97 Rinsei Ohata
#1 Yuya Oki
#25 Mateus Brunetti
#47 Yudai Shimamoto
#17 Masaki Yumiba
Shimizu S-Pulse Shimizu S-Pulse Hiroshima Sanfrecce Hiroshima Sanfrecce
12Shots15
7Shots on Goal5
11Fouls11
4Corner Kick5
11Free kick11
0Offside3
0Yellow card1
0Aerial1
4Save3
6Successful Tackles5
16Interceptions10
27Long pass23
1Assist1
1Successful center7
5Shots off goal3
0Hit The Post3
0Blocked7
6Tackle4
6Dribbles4
21Throw-in40
330Passes389
119Attacks108
45Dangerous attacks51
1Corner Kicks(HT)0
3BigChances4
1BigChancesMissed3
9ShotsInsideBox12
3ShotsOutsideBox3
63DuelsWon54
1.26ExpectedGoals2.59
1.87xGOT2.23
22Touches In Opposition Box26
10AccurateCrosses19
29GroundDuelsWon23
34AerialDuelsWon31
40Clearances33
Hiroshima Sanfrecce Hiroshima Sanfrecce
Substitutions
#14 Taishi Matsumoto
#17 Kosuke Kinoshita
#24 Shunki Higashi
#41 Naoki Maeda
#11 Mutsuki Kato
#99 Issei Ouchi
#40 Motoki Ohara
#35 Yotaro Nakajima
#18 Daiki Suga
Commentary
90+1' Hayato Araki - Hiroshima Sanfrecce receive a yellow card
88' Hiroshima Sanfrecce — substitution: Mutsuki Kato / Akito Suzuki
84' Goal! Germain Ryo - Hiroshima Sanfrecce
83' Shimizu S-Pulse — substitution: Sen Takagi / Oh Se-Hun
83' Shimizu S-Pulse — substitution: Rinsei Ohata / Park Seung Wook
82' Shimizu S-Pulse — substitution: Toshiki Takahashi / Koya Kitagawa
73' Shimizu S-Pulse — substitution: Hikaru Nakahara / Capixaba
72' Hiroshima Sanfrecce — substitution: Shunki Higashi / Sho Sasaki
72' Hiroshima Sanfrecce — substitution: Naoki Maeda / Hayao Kawabe
66' Goal! Koya Kitagawa - Shimizu S-Pulse
57' VAR review - Hiroshima Sanfrecce
46' Hiroshima Sanfrecce — substitution: Taishi Matsumoto / Takaaki Shichi
46' Hiroshima Sanfrecce — substitution: Kosuke Kinoshita / Taichi Yamasaki
33' Shimizu S-Pulse — substitution: Kanta Chiba / Kai Matsuzaki
21' Goal! Oh Se-Hun - Shimizu S-Pulse
19' Goal! Yutaka Yoshida - Shimizu S-Pulse

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 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.

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 standings and the 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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