Shimizu S-Pulse vs Avispa Fukuoka predictions, Sep 12, 2026

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As Shimizu S-Pulse prepares to host Avispa Fukuoka in this Japan J1 League clash on September 12, both teams approach the matchup struggling for momentum. Shimizu has managed to secure just one victory in their last five matches, which has raised concerns about their ability to capitalize on home advantage. Conversely, Avispa Fukuoka mirrors this trend, also winning only once over their recent five fixtures, suggesting they are similarly out of form.

Tactically, Shimizu may look to exploit their home ground’s familiarity by utilizing a high pressing game, seeking to stifle Avispa’s build-up play. However, their inconsistent finishing has been a hindrance, leading to a lack of goals in crucial moments. Avispa Fukuoka, on the other hand, could focus on a more counter-attacking strategy, looking to use pace on the wings to break through Shimizu’s defensive line.

The bookmakers have assigned odds of 2.83 for a home win compared to 2.47 for an away victory, indicating a relatively even matchup. Model predictions lean slightly towards an away win at 39%, with a suggested final score of 1:1 due to both teams’ struggles in front of goal. As such, while analysis points to several tactical approaches, the outcome remains uncertain, making this an intriguing contest for supporters and bettors alike.

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Shimizu 33.1%

Draw 29%

Avispa Fukuoka 38%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.87	3.40	2.52
	2.82	3.05	2.42
	2.87	3.30	2.53	Watch and Bet
	2.80	3.20	2.45
	2.83	3.3	2.49
	2.85	3.20	2.44

Latest Results

06.09.26 Kawasaki Frontale – Shimizu S-Pulse – 3:1 02.09.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – FC Tokyo – 1:1 29.08.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Kashiwa Reysol – 0:1 22.08.26 Cerezo Osaka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:0 15.08.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Yokohama F. Marinos – 0:1

05.09.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Mito HollyHock – 1:1 02.09.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Urawa Red Diamonds – 2:3 29.08.26 Kyoto Sanga – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:1 26.08.26 Avispa Fukuoka – Verspah Oita – 1:0 penalties 22.08.26 Kashima Antlers – Avispa Fukuoka – 3:2

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Shimizu won 3.

Shimizu is on a losing streak (last 5 games: 0 wins).

Avispa Fukuoka is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 9 head-to-head matches, Shimizu won 6 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 17:10. (average 1.9:1.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Shimizu won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 11:5. (average 2.2:1).

Latest Head To Head

10.05.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Avispa Fukuoka – 2:1 penalties 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

Standings

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Kashiwa Reysol	4	4	0	0	10:4	6	12
2	Kashima Antlers	4	4	0	0	11:6	5	12
3	Machida	4	3	1	0	13:3	10	10
4	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	4	2	2	0	8:2	6	8
5	FC Tokyo	4	2	1	1	8:7	1	7
6	Vissel Kobe	4	2	1	1	4:3	1	7
7	Kawasaki Frontale	4	1	3	0	8:6	2	6
8	Nagoya Grampus	4	2	0	2	6:5	1	6
9	Yokohama F. Marinos	4	2	0	2	7:7	0	6
10	Cerezo Osaka	4	2	0	2	3:5	-2	6
11	Mito	4	1	2	1	6:5	1	5
12	Gamba Osaka	4	1	2	1	6:7	-1	5
13	Okayama	4	1	1	2	3:4	-1	4
14	Kyoto	4	1	1	2	6:8	-2	4
15	Avispa Fukuoka	4	1	0	3	6:6	0	3
16	Shimizu S-Pulse	4	1	0	3	1:3	-2	3
17	Urawa Reds	4	1	0	3	8:13	-5	3
18	V-Varen Nagasaki	4	1	0	3	4:9	-5	3
19	Verdy	4	0	2	2	2:6	-4	2
20	Chiba	4	0	0	4	2:13	-11	0

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