Shimizu S-Pulse vs Gamba Osaka predictions, May 24, 2026

Japan J1 League, on Sunday,

Shimizu S-Pulse

Gamba Osaka

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As Shimizu S-Pulse prepares to host Gamba Osaka on May 24, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing matchup in the Japan J1 League. Shimizu enters the match with a respectable recent form, having won three of their last five outings. Their attacking prowess has shown improvement, and they will look to leverage their home advantage to secure vital points.

On the other hand, Gamba Osaka has managed to secure victories in two of their last five matches but has faced challenges in maintaining consistency. Their tactical approach typically emphasizes possession and quick transitions, which could prove effective against Shimizu’s defense.

The bookmakers currently favor Gamba Osaka slightly with odds at 2.5 for the away win compared to Shimizu’s 2.89 for a home victory. According to predictive models, Shimizu holds a 32% chance of winning, while Gamba Osaka is slightly favored with a 38.6% probability of an away win, leaving a 30.1% likelihood of a draw.

In conclusion, while Shimizu S-Pulse aims to capitalize on home turf, Gamba Osaka’s tactical strengths will make this contest highly competitive, with no clear favorite emerging. As both teams vie for crucial points, the outcome remains uncertain.

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Shimizu
33.1%
Draw
28.5%
Gamba Osaka
38.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.9 3.5 2.49
betsson 2.82 3.3 2.38
MarathonBet 2.82 3.25 2.44
WilliamHill 2.8 3.1 2.45
Pinnacle 2.89 3.2 2.5

Latest Results

17.05.26 Fagiano Okayama – Shimizu S-Pulse – 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
16.05.26 Al-Nassr Riyadh – Gamba Osaka – 0:1
10.05.26 Gamba Osaka – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 0:1
06.05.26 Nagoya Grampus – Gamba Osaka – 2:1
02.05.26 Gamba Osaka – Vissel Kobe – 5:0
29.04.26 Kyoto Sanga – Gamba Osaka – 2:1 penalties

Facts

  • Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 7 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 13th place) and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 11th place)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Shimizu won 1.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Shimizu may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Shimizu won 4 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 20:26. (average 1:1.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Shimizu won 1 match, drew 3 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 10:14. (average 1.1:1.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    28.02.26 Gamba Osaka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 3:2 penalties
    15.06.25 Shimizu S-Pulse – Gamba Osaka – 0:0
    08.03.25 Gamba Osaka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:0
    14.08.22 Gamba Osaka – Shimizu S-Pulse – 0:2
    10.04.22 Shimizu S-Pulse – Gamba Osaka – 1:1

    Standings

    2026

    East

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Kashima Antlers ✔ 17 12 2 2 1 30:11 42
    2 FC Tokyo 17 9 4 2 2 32:17 37
    3 Machida 17 7 5 3 2 27:22 34
    4 Verdy 17 7 3 1 6 22:20 28
    5 Urawa Reds 17 7 0 4 6 25:21 25
    6 Kawasaki Frontale 17 6 3 1 7 23:27 25
    7 Mito 17 2 4 4 7 22:36 18
    8 Kashiwa Reysol 17 5 1 0 11 18:22 17
    9 Yokohama F. Marinos 17 5 0 2 10 22:31 17
    10 Chiba ✔ 17 3 0 3 11 16:30 12

    West

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Vissel Kobe 17 8 2 4 3 28:25 32
    2 Nagoya Grampus 17 8 2 3 4 31:27 31
    3 Cerezo Osaka 17 6 4 2 5 27:19 28
    4 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 17 7 2 2 6 27:21 27
    5 Okayama 17 6 2 4 5 24:26 26
    6 Gamba Osaka 17 4 5 3 5 29:24 25
    7 Shimizu S-Pulse 17 4 4 4 5 22:23 24
    8 V-Varen Nagasaki 17 6 1 1 9 21:28 21
    9 Avispa Fukuoka 17 3 4 4 6 21:30 21
    10 Kyoto 17 4 3 2 8 21:28 20

    Japan J1 League Outrights

    1. Kashima Antlers: 1.66 (54.57%)

    2. Vissel Kobe: 2.3 (39.39%)

    3. Nagoya Grampus: 15 (6.04%)

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