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On May 17, 2026, Fagiano Okayama will host Shimizu S-Pulse in a crucial Japan J1 League matchup. Both teams come into this fixture with encouraging recent form that sets the stage for an intriguing encounter.
Fagiano Okayama has demonstrated remarkable prowess, winning four of their last five matches. This strong run suggests a cohesive attacking strategy, likely focusing on high-pressing tactics to regain possession and exploit counter-attacking opportunities. Their recent performances indicate a solid defensive structure, contributing to their success.
In contrast, Shimizu S-Pulse also arrives in decent form, securing victory in three of their last five games. Their playstyle typically leans towards ball possession and gradual build-up, aiming to break down opponents through patience and precision passing. If they can execute this effectively, they may capitalize on any defensive lapses from Okayama.
Bookmakers favor the home side slightly, with odds reflecting a 37.8% probability of a Fagiano victory compared to 30.9% for Shimizu. However, both teams have the capacity to disrupt expectations. As such, fans can anticipate a finely balanced contest with no guaranteed outcomes, highlighting the unpredictability of soccer.
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| Okayama 38.3% |
Draw 31.2% |
Shimizu 30.5% |
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Betting Odds
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2.47 | 3.03 | 3.10 |
Latest Results
| 10.05.26 Vissel Kobe – Fagiano Okayama – 0:3 06.05.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1 01.05.26 Fagiano Okayama – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 1:0 29.04.26 Nagoya Grampus – Fagiano Okayama – 1:2 penalties 25.04.26 Fagiano Okayama – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:0 |
10.05.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:1 penalties 06.05.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Cerezo Osaka – 2:1 penalties 02.05.26 Kyoto Sanga – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:2 29.04.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – V-Varen Nagasaki – 1:2 25.04.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Nagoya Grampus – 0:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.03.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Fagiano Okayama – 2:1 penalties 06.12.25 Shimizu S-Pulse – Fagiano Okayama – 1:2 02.03.25 Fagiano Okayama – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:1 30.06.24 Shimizu S-Pulse – Fagiano Okayama – 3:1 28.04.24 Fagiano Okayama – Shimizu S-Pulse – 0:1 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 16 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 28:11 | 39 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 16 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 31:17 | 35 |
| 3 | Machida | 15 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 25:20 | 31 |
| 4 | Urawa Reds | 16 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 25:20 | 24 |
| 5 | Verdy | 15 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 21:19 | 24 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Frontale | 16 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 21:26 | 23 |
| 7 | Mito | 16 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 22:35 | 18 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 16 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 22:30 | 17 |
| 9 | Kashiwa Reysol | 16 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 17:22 | 14 |
| 10 | Chiba | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 16:28 | 12 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Nagoya Grampus | 16 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 30:21 | 31 |
| 2 | Vissel Kobe | 15 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 25:22 | 28 |
| 3 | Gamba Osaka | 17 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 29:24 | 25 |
| 4 | Cerezo Osaka | 16 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 21:18 | 25 |
| 5 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 16 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 23:21 | 24 |
| 6 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 16 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 22:21 | 24 |
| 7 | Okayama | 16 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 22:26 | 23 |
| 8 | Avispa Fukuoka | 17 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 21:30 | 21 |
| 9 | Kyoto | 15 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 21:23 | 20 |
| 10 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 16 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 18:26 | 19 |
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