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On April 29, 2026, Shimizu S-Pulse will host V-Varen Nagasaki in a gripping matchup in the Japan J1 League. Shimizu S-Pulse enters this match with a mixed run of form, having secured two victories in their last five outings. Their ability to capitalize on home advantage could be pivotal as they aim for crucial points.
In contrast, V-Varen Nagasaki has struggled recently, managing only one win over the same period. This inconsistency may hinder their confidence heading into the contest. From a tactical standpoint, Shimizu’s attacking play will be key, as they look to exploit Nagasaki’s defensive vulnerabilities, particularly following their disappointing performances.
The bookmakers have set odds at 2.29 for a Shimizu win compared to 3.06 for an away victory, indicating a slight edge for the home team. Our model predicts a 36.9% chance of Shimizu winning, with a 25.9% likelihood of a draw and a 33.7% chance for an away win. The anticipated final score is a balanced 1:1, suggesting that both teams could have their moments but may ultimately struggle to outmaneuver each other. Fans can expect a competitive encounter, but as always, no outcome is guaranteed.
This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-04-25T13:52:03+00:00.
| Shimizu 40.8% |
Draw 28.6% |
V-Varen Nagasaki 30.5% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.34 | 3.4 | 3.14 | |
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2.28 | 3.2 | 3.05 | |
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2.29 | 3.25 | 3.09 | |
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2.25 | 3.1 | 3 | |
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2.31 | 3.34 | 3.07 |
Latest Results
| 25.04.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Nagoya Grampus – 0:2 11.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Shimizu S-Pulse – 2:1 penalties 05.04.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Shimizu S-Pulse – 0:3 01.04.26 Vissel Kobe – Shimizu S-Pulse – 2:0 22.03.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Sanfrecce Hiroshima – 3:1 |
25.04.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Gamba Osaka – 1:2 penalties 18.04.26 Sanfrecce Hiroshima – V-Varen Nagasaki – 2:0 11.04.26 Avispa Fukuoka – V-Varen Nagasaki – 1:0 05.04.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Shimizu S-Pulse – 0:3 21.03.26 Fagiano Okayama – V-Varen Nagasaki – 0:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 05.04.26 V-Varen Nagasaki – Shimizu S-Pulse – 0:3 07.09.24 Shimizu S-Pulse – V-Varen Nagasaki – 1:1 10.03.24 V-Varen Nagasaki – Shimizu S-Pulse – 4:1 01.07.23 Shimizu S-Pulse – V-Varen Nagasaki – 3:2 04.03.23 V-Varen Nagasaki – Shimizu S-Pulse – 1:1 |
Standings
2026
East
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kashima Antlers | 12 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 20:7 | 32 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 24:12 | 26 |
| 3 | Machida | 11 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 17:16 | 22 |
| 4 | Kawasaki Frontale | 12 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 20:21 | 20 |
| 5 | Verdy | 11 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 17:15 | 18 |
| 6 | Mito | 12 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 17:24 | 15 |
| 7 | Urawa Reds | 12 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 16:19 | 12 |
| 8 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 17:22 | 12 |
| 9 | Kashiwa Reysol | 12 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 15:17 | 11 |
| 10 | Chiba | 12 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 11:21 | 9 |
West
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Vissel Kobe | 11 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 23:12 | 25 |
| 2 | Nagoya Grampus | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 22:17 | 21 |
| 3 | Gamba Osaka | 13 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 22:19 | 21 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 12 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 19:15 | 19 |
| 5 | Kyoto | 11 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 17:15 | 17 |
| 6 | Cerezo Osaka | 12 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 14:13 | 17 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 12 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 15:16 | 17 |
| 8 | Okayama | 12 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 15:23 | 15 |
| 9 | Avispa Fukuoka | 13 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 14:23 | 15 |
| 10 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 12 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 11:19 | 13 |
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