Shonan Bellmare vs Thespa Kusatsu: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 April

Shonan Bellmare

D L W L L

3rd place in East A

1-2

18/04/2026 01:00

Thespa Kusatsu

L W W D L

6th place in East A

J-League Division 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Shonan Bellmare vs Thespa Kusatsu on 18 April 2026 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shonan Bellmare vs Thespa Kusatsu preview before placing your bet.

Shonan Bellmare are currently 3rd with 31 points after 18 matches.
Thespa Kusatsu sit 6th with 23 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Shonan Bellmare to win with probability 63%.
Head-to-head history favors Shonan Bellmare, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Thespa Kusatsu have no wins, while 0 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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

01:00

2026-04-18

Shonan Bellmare vs Thespa Kusatsu - Prediction & Odds

Shonan Bellmare

Thespa Kusatsu

2026-04-18 01:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/04/2026

East A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vegalta Sendai	43	18	11	5	2	32	15	17
02 Blaublitz Akita	35	18	11	2	5	23	14	9
03 Shonan Bellmare	31	18	8	4	6	25	19	6
04 Yokohama FC	29	18	8	3	7	34	27	7
05 SC Sagamihara	28	18	7	5	6	31	33	-2
06 Thespa Kusatsu	23	18	6	4	8	26	36	-10
07 Montedio Yamagata	22	18	6	2	10	20	25	-5
08 Tochigi City	21	18	5	4	9	20	33	-13
09 Vanraure Hachinohe FC	20	18	4	6	8	15	19	-4
10 Tochigi SC	18	18	4	5	9	23	28	-5

East B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Ventforet Kofu	35	18	10	3	5	21	13	8
02 Consadole Sapporo	31	18	9	2	7	26	22	4
03 Iwaki FC	31	18	7	6	5	22	18	4
04 RB Omiya Ardija	30	18	9	2	7	38	28	10
05 Fujieda MYFC	30	18	6	9	3	21	17	4
06 FC Gifu	28	18	8	3	7	24	26	-2
07 Matsumoto Yamaga FC	26	18	6	6	6	31	21	10
08 Jubilo Iwata	25	18	5	6	7	16	23	-7
09 Fukushima United FC	18	18	4	4	10	28	41	-13
10 AC Nagano Parceiro	16	18	3	5	10	15	33	-18

West A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Kataller Toyama	38	18	10	5	3	37	24	13
02 Albirex Niigata	35	18	9	5	4	21	17	4
03 Tokushima Vortis	32	18	9	3	6	36	22	14
04 Kochi United	30	18	8	4	6	23	21	2
05 Ehime FC	28	18	8	3	7	25	18	7
06 Zweigen Kanazawa FC	27	18	5	7	6	15	21	-6
07 Nara Club	21	18	5	4	9	25	34	-9
08 Osaka FC	20	18	3	8	7	15	18	-3
09 Imabari FC	20	18	5	4	9	14	18	-4
10 Kamatamare Sanuki	19	18	5	3	10	14	32	-18

West B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Miyazaki	47	18	15	2	1	35	11	24
02 Kagoshima United	33	18	8	5	5	23	15	8
03 Sagan Tosu	32	18	8	6	4	24	14	10
04 Renofa Yamaguchi	29	18	7	5	6	24	22	2
05 Roasso Kumamoto	27	18	8	2	8	20	20	0
06 Gainare Tottori	27	18	6	5	7	20	24	-4
07 Oita Trinita	22	18	6	3	9	18	18	0
08 Rayluck Shiga	21	18	6	2	10	15	28	-13
09 FC Ryukyu	17	18	2	7	9	13	25	-12
10 Giravanz Kitakyushu	15	18	4	3	11	17	32	-15

Head To Head

20/03/2026 01:00

Thespa Kusatsu

0 - 2

Shonan Bellmare

JPN D2

26/08/2017 06:00

Thespa Kusatsu

0 - 2

Shonan Bellmare

JPN D2

04/03/2017 03:00

Shonan Bellmare

3 - 1

Thespa Kusatsu

JPN D2

01/11/2014 06:00

Shonan Bellmare

1 - 0

Thespa Kusatsu

JPN D2

05/07/2014 06:30

Thespa Kusatsu

0 - 1

Shonan Bellmare

JPN D2

14/09/2012 06:00

Shonan Bellmare

2 - 0

Thespa Kusatsu

JPN D2

Shonan Bellmare

100%

Draw

Thespa Kusatsu

Shonan Bellmare Last 6 matches

12/04/2026 01:00

Blaublitz Akita 0 - 1 Shonan Bellmare JPN D2

04/04/2026 01:00

Shonan Bellmare 1 - 1 Tochigi SC JPN D2

28/03/2026 01:00

Yokohama FC 1 - 3 Shonan Bellmare JPN D2

20/03/2026 01:00

Thespa Kusatsu 0 - 2 Shonan Bellmare JPN D2

14/03/2026 01:00

Shonan Bellmare 2 - 1 Montedio Yamagata JPN D2

07/03/2026 01:00

Vegalta Sendai 1 - 1 Shonan Bellmare JPN D2

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Thespa Kusatsu

12/04/2026 01:00

Tochigi SC 5 - 1 Thespa Kusatsu JPN D2

04/04/2026 01:00

Vegalta Sendai 2 - 2 Thespa Kusatsu JPN D2

28/03/2026 01:00

Thespa Kusatsu 1 - 3 Tochigi SC JPN D2

20/03/2026 01:00

Thespa Kusatsu 0 - 2 Shonan Bellmare JPN D2

15/03/2026 01:00

Yokohama FC 3 - 0 Thespa Kusatsu JPN D2

08/03/2026 01:00

Tochigi City 1 - 1 Thespa Kusatsu JPN D2

Win

Draw

33%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 2

Played games

Shonan Bellmare

Thespa Kusatsu

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.30

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored

Avg. per game

1.35

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.05

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

17 (85%)3 (15%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

14 (70%)6 (30%)

Shonan Bellmare

Recent matches

Thespa Kusatsu

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)16 4(20%)

Under /Over

(30%)6 14(70%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

Under /Over

(30%)6 14(70%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

/Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Shonan Bellmare

Thespa Kusatsu

Shots

Shonan Bellmare

Total shots

10.11 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Thespa Kusatsu

Total shots

8.75 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Shonan Bellmare Pass Thespa Kusatsu

Total passes

997

Avg. 499 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

1309

Avg. 436 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Shonan Bellmare

Played games

Thespa Kusatsu

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.10

4.15

Corners

4.10

3.45

Throw-ins

2.80

0.35

Offsides

0.20

0.55

GK saves

0.45

Shonan Bellmare

DISCIPLINARY

Thespa Kusatsu

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.85

1.30

0.00

0.00

1.45

Fouls

1.45

0.30

Tackles

0.80

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How We Build the Shonan Bellmare vs Thespa Kusatsu Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shonan Bellmare vs Thespa Kusatsu on 18 April 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 2 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.

Shonan Bellmare vs Thespa Kusatsu Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Shonan Bellmare's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Thespa Kusatsu'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 2 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 2 standings and the J-League Division 2 form table to understand exactly where Shonan Bellmare and Thespa Kusatsu sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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