Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama F. Marinos predictions, May 31, 2026

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As Shimizu S-Pulse prepare to host Yokohama F. Marinos at home on May 31, 2026, both teams will be aiming for crucial points in the Japan J1 League. Shimizu comes into this match with a relatively strong form, having won three of their last five matches. Their recent performances suggest effective offensive strategies, which could put pressure on Yokohama’s defense.

Contrastingly, Yokohama F. Marinos have struggled recently, managing only one win in their last five outings. This inconsistency may hinder their ability to capitalize on opportunities, particularly in an away setting. Analyzing the bookmakers’ odds places the home team slightly ahead at 2.35, while Yokohama stands at 2.96.

According to our model prediction, Shimizu holds a 41% chance of winning, with probabilities for a draw at 27.9% and a 30.4% chance for an away victory. The anticipated final score leans towards a 1:1 draw, indicating a potentially tight contest. However, given Shimizu’s home advantage and greater momentum, they could edge ahead. Ultimately, while recent trends may favor Shimizu, the unpredictability of soccer means no outcome is guaranteed.

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Shimizu 39.6%

Draw 28.9%

Yokohama FM 31.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.42	3.26	3.04
	2.34	3.32	2.95
	2.3	3.1	2.9

Latest Results

24.05.26 Shimizu S-Pulse – Gamba Osaka – 1:2 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

24.05.26 Tokyo Verdy – Yokohama F. Marinos – 0:6 16.05.26 Yokohama F. Marinos – Kashiwa Reysol – 0:1 10.05.26 Yokohama F. Marinos – Kashima Antlers – 1:2 penalties 06.05.26 Machida Zelvia – Yokohama F. Marinos – 2:0 02.05.26 Yokohama F. Marinos – Mito HollyHock – 1:2 penalties

Facts

First leg.

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Shimizu won 1.

Recent performances by Shimizu have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).

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

Shimizu may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Shimizu won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 26:43. (average 1.3:2.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Shimizu won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 14:22. (average 1.6:2.4).

Latest Head To Head

16.08.25 Shimizu S-Pulse – Yokohama F. Marinos – 1:3 16.04.25 Yokohama F. Marinos – Shimizu S-Pulse – 2:3 02.07.22 Shimizu S-Pulse – Yokohama F. Marinos – 3:5 06.03.22 Yokohama F. Marinos – Shimizu S-Pulse – 2:0 09.08.21 Shimizu S-Pulse – Yokohama F. Marinos – 2:2

Standings

Main

East

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Kashima Antlers	18	13	2	2	1	31:11	45
2	FC Tokyo	18	9	4	2	3	32:18	37
3	Machida	18	8	5	3	2	28:22	37
4	Kawasaki Frontale	18	7	3	1	7	26:28	28
5	Verdy	18	7	3	1	7	22:26	28
6	Urawa Reds	18	7	0	4	7	25:22	25
7	Yokohama F. Marinos	18	6	0	2	10	28:31	20
8	Kashiwa Reysol	18	6	1	0	11	22:24	20
9	Mito	18	2	4	4	8	23:39	18
10	Chiba	18	3	0	3	12	18:34	12

West

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Vissel Kobe	18	9	2	4	3	29:25	35
2	Cerezo Osaka	18	7	4	2	5	30:21	31
3	Nagoya Grampus	18	8	2	3	5	33:31	31
4	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	18	8	2	2	6	31:23	30
5	Gamba Osaka	18	5	5	3	5	31:25	28
6	Okayama	18	6	2	4	6	26:29	26
7	Shimizu S-Pulse	18	4	4	4	6	23:25	24
8	Kyoto	18	5	3	2	8	22:28	23
9	V-Varen Nagasaki	18	6	1	1	10	21:29	21
10	Avispa Fukuoka	18	3	4	4	7	21:31	21

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