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Shimizu S-Pulse vs Machida Zelvia - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Japan
J1 League IAI Stadium Nihondaira, Shizuoka 
AI Match Summary
Shimizu S-Pulse host Machida Zelvia in the J1 League. Shimizu S-Pulse are expected to control this from the start. Recent numbers: Shimizu S-Pulse at 1.34 goals for, 1.21 against; Machida Zelvia at 1.72 for, 0.94 against. Past meetings favor Shimizu S-Pulse slightly — 2-2-1 in wins/losses/draws. They last met on Jul 5, 2025, ending 3:0. Model xG sits at 1.20 vs 1.00, favoring Shimizu S-Pulse. AI prediction: Home (1) Win — correct score tipped at 2-1.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
- Machida Zelvia carry the better recent record into this one.
- Shimizu S-Pulse are the model's pick here, at 60%.
- This is a straightforward league game — the season-long numbers should hold up.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Shimizu S-Pulse | Machida Zelvia |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 29 | 32 |
| Wins | 15 | 23 |
| Draws | 3 | 3 |
| Losses | 11 | 6 |
| Goals Scored | 1.34 | 1.72 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.21 | 0.94 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Attack & Defence Capability Index
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Shimizu S-Pulse scored in 83% of their last 29 games.
H2H data points to 3.40 goals as a typical output.
Shimizu S-Pulse has registered 5 games unbeaten in their last 5 outings.
Machida Zelvia has conceded goals in 59% of their last 32 outings.
Scoring Trends
Recent Form & Match History
Shimizu S-Pulse
(Home)Machida Zelvia
(Away)League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashiwa Reysol | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 21:14 | 21 |
| 2 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 22:6 | 20 |
| 3 | Machida Zelvia | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 22:10 | 20 |
| 4 | FC Tokyo | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 17:8 | 20 |
| 5 | Vissel Kobe | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 14:9 | 19 |
| 6 | Kashima Antlers | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 19:16 | 16 |
| 7 | Yokohama F. Marinos | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 13:9 | 15 |
| 8 | Kawasaki Frontale | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 17:14 | 13 |
| 9 | Okayama | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 12:12 | 13 |
| 10 | Shimizu S-Pulse | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 8:9 | 13 |
| 11 | Urawa Reds | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 16:21 | 12 |
| 12 | Cerezo Osaka | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7:12 | 12 |
| 13 | Mito | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 12:13 | 9 |
| 14 | V-Varen Nagasaki | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 11:16 | 9 |
| 15 | Nagoya Grampus | 9 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 9:15 | 9 |
| 16 | Kyoto | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 11:16 | 8 |
| 17 | Avispa Fukuoka | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 11:13 | 7 |
| 18 | Gamba Osaka | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8:16 | 6 |
| 19 | Chiba | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 8:19 | 5 |
| 20 | Verdy | 9 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 4:14 | 4 |
