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As Shimizu S-Pulse prepares to host Avispa Fukuoka in the Japan J1 League on May 10, 2026, both teams will seek vital points as they navigate through a competitive season. Shimizu S-Pulse enters the match after securing victories in 2 of their last 5 outings. Their tactical approach has shown resilience, particularly in home fixtures, where they tend to utilize a quick transition style to exploit oppositional weaknesses.
In contrast, Avispa Fukuoka has been in commendable form, achieving 3 wins in their last 5 games. Their strategy often revolves around a solid defensive framework combined with effective counter-attacks, thus posing a significant challenge for their opponents. Recent trends indicate that Fukuoka’s ability to capitalize on high-pressure situations could prove decisive.
The bookmakers provide odds of 2.19 for a Shimizu win, suggesting a favorability towards the home side, while Fukuoka’s odds stand at 3.46. Probability assessments indicate a 44.2% chance of a home victory, a 30.4% likelihood of a draw, and a 26.6% chance of an away win.
In summary, while Shimizu S-Pulse has the home advantage, Avispa Fukuoka’s recent form could create a closely contested match. All outcomes remain possible, making this fixture one to watch.
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| Shimizu 43.1% |
Draw 29.6% |
Avispa Fukuoka 27.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.2 | 3.23 | 3.51 | |
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2.15 | 3.1 | 3.35 | |
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2.14 | 3.24 | 3.43 | |
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2.15 | 3 | 3.4 | |
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2.19 | 3.19 | 3.46 |
Latest Results
| 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 11.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Shimizu S-Pulse – 2:1 penalties |
06.05.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Kyoto Sanga – 2:1 penalties 03.05.26 Cerezo Osaka – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:1 penalties 29.04.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 3:2 penalties 25.04.26 Fagiano Okayama – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:0 22.04.26 Gamba Osaka – Avispa Fukuoka – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.03.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:2 penalties 23.08.25 Avispa Fukuoka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 0:0 20.04.25 Shimizu S-Pulse – Avispa Fukuoka – 3:1 17.09.22 Avispa Fukuoka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 3:2 18.06.22 Shimizu S-Pulse – Avispa Fukuoka – 3:1 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 15 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 26:10 | 37 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 15 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 29:16 | 32 |
| 3 | Machida | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 23:20 | 28 |
| 4 | Verdy | 14 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 20:17 | 24 |
| 5 | Kawasaki Frontale | 15 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 21:25 | 23 |
| 6 | Urawa Reds | 15 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 21:19 | 21 |
| 7 | Mito | 15 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 21:31 | 18 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 15 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 21:28 | 16 |
| 9 | Chiba | 15 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 16:26 | 12 |
| 10 | Kashiwa Reysol | 15 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 16:22 | 11 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Nagoya Grampus | 15 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 27:21 | 28 |
| 2 | Vissel Kobe | 14 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 25:19 | 28 |
| 3 | Gamba Osaka | 16 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 29:23 | 25 |
| 4 | Cerezo Osaka | 15 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 18:16 | 22 |
| 5 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 15 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 20:20 | 22 |
| 6 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 15 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 22:21 | 21 |
| 7 | Kyoto | 14 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 21:20 | 20 |
| 8 | Okayama | 15 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 19:26 | 20 |
| 9 | Avispa Fukuoka | 16 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 20:28 | 20 |
| 10 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 15 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 16:23 | 19 |
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