Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 February

Shimizu S-Pulse

L W D D L

7th place in West

1-0

21/02/2026 01:30

Vissel Kobe

L D L W D

1st place in West

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe on 21 February 2026 (kick-off: 01:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe preview before placing your bet.

Shimizu S-Pulse are currently 7th with 24 points after 18 matches.
Vissel Kobe sit 1st with 35 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Vissel Kobe to win with probability 56%.
Head-to-head history favors Vissel Kobe, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Shimizu S-Pulse have one win, 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

Home team Away team

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Weather

01:30

2026-02-21

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe - Prediction & Odds

Shimizu S-Pulse

Vissel Kobe

2026-02-21 01:30

STANDINGS UP TO 21/02/2026

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

27/09/2025 06:00

Vissel Kobe

2 - 1

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

25/05/2025 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

3 - 2

Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

06/07/2022 06:00

Vissel Kobe

2 - 1

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

19/03/2022 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

0 - 0

Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

24/09/2021 06:00

Shimizu S-Pulse

0 - 2

Vissel Kobe

JPN D1

11/04/2021 04:00

Vissel Kobe

1 - 1

Shimizu S-Pulse

JPN D1

Shimizu S-Pulse

17%

Draw

33%

Vissel Kobe

50%

Shimizu S-Pulse Last 6 matches

14/02/2026 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 1 Kyoto Sanga JPN D1

08/02/2026 01:00

Nagoya Grampus 1 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D1

06/12/2025 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 2 Fagiano Okayama JPN D1

30/11/2025 01:00

Shonan Bellmare 1 - 0 Shimizu S-Pulse JPN D1

09/11/2025 02:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 4 Cerezo Osaka JPN D1

25/10/2025 01:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 0 Tokyo Verdy JPN D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Vissel Kobe

17/02/2026 08:15

Johor Darul Takzim 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe ACLE

13/02/2026 06:00

Vissel Kobe 2 - 0 V-Varen Nagasaki JPN D1

10/02/2026 06:00

Vissel Kobe 2 - 0 FC Seoul ACLE

06/02/2026 06:00

Kyoto Sanga 1 - 1 Vissel Kobe JPN D1

09/12/2025 06:00

Vissel Kobe 2 - 2 Chengdu Rongcheng FC ACLE

06/12/2025 01:00

Kyoto Sanga 2 - 0 Vissel Kobe JPN D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

Goals

Scored

220

Avg. per game

0.82

Conceded

198

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored

254

Avg. per game

0.85

Conceded

186

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 267 matches

YesNo

151 (57%)116 (43%)

In last 267 matches

NoYes

166 (56%)133 (44%)

Shimizu S-Pulse

Recent matches

Vissel Kobe

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Shimizu S-Pulse

Vissel Kobe

Shots

Shimizu S-Pulse

Total shots

10.89 avg / game

Blocked

267 total

Avg. 3.00

Vissel Kobe

Total shots

11.79 avg / game

Blocked

476 total

Avg. 3.17

Shimizu S-Pulse Pass Vissel Kobe

Total passes

59432

Avg. 440 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

91831

Avg. 437 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Shimizu S-Pulse

267

Played games

Vissel Kobe

299

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

103

0.34

4.74

1266

Corners

1528

5.11

5.34

1426

Throw-ins

2376

7.95

1.13

303

Offsides

466

1.56

2.68

716

GK saves

731

2.44

Shimizu S-Pulse

DISCIPLINARY

Vissel Kobe

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.94

251

297

0.99

0.02

0.04

8.43

2252

Fouls

2559

8.56

4.04

1080

Tackles

2516

8.41

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How We Build the Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe on 21 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.

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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