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Shimizu S-pulseLDLLLHead to head
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Cerezo Osaka to win
@ 2.25Our record
Correct 1X2 tips (home win, draw or away win), checked against the final score.
Who will win?
Voting closed at kick-off.
Goals outlook
Possible correct scores
Final score: 1 – 0 – in our list ✓. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
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Cerezo Osaka vs Shimizu S-pulse preview and result
Cerezo Osaka and Shimizu S-pulse met in the J1 League on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 11:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 1 - 0, 0 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Cerezo Osaka a 46% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Shimizu S-pulse 37%. Our pick was Cerezo Osaka to win with 55% confidence at odds of 2.25. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance 12 (Cerezo Osaka or Shimizu S-pulse) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.
Goals: we expect about 2.0 goals (1.3 for Cerezo Osaka, 0.7 for Shimizu S-pulse). The chance of three or more goals is 32%, so our goals pick is Under 2.5 (80% confidence). 1 goal was scored.
Form and head to head
Cerezo Osaka have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (D-W-L-W-L), scoring 9 and conceding 11. Shimizu S-pulse have 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches (L-D-L-L-L), scoring 3 and conceding 15. In the table, Cerezo Osaka are 2nd with 31 points and Shimizu S-pulse are 7th with 24 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Cerezo Osaka vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Our pre-match prediction is Cerezo Osaka to win (55% confidence) at odds of 2.25. Win chances: Cerezo Osaka 46%, draw 17%, Shimizu S-pulse 37%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Cerezo Osaka vs Shimizu S-pulse?
We expect about 2.0 goals. Our pick is Under 2.5 with 80% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 32%).
What time is Cerezo Osaka vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Cerezo Osaka vs Shimizu S-pulse (J1 League) was played on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 11:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Cerezo Osaka vs Shimizu S-pulse?
The double chance 12 (Cerezo Osaka or Shimizu S-pulse) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.25. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.
Predictions are estimates from our model, not guarantees. 18+ only – bet responsibly. More: today's predictions · Bet Slip Builder · booking codes.
J1 League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vissel Kobe |
18 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 35 |
| 2 | Cerezo Osaka |
18 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 31 |
| 3 | Nagoya Grampus |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 31 |
| 4 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 30 |
| 5 | Gamba Osaka |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 28 |
| 6 | Fagiano Okayama |
18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -3 | 26 |
| 7 | Shimizu S-pulse |
18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -2 | 24 |
| 8 | Kyoto Sanga |
18 | 8 | 0 | 10 | -6 | 23 |
| 9 | V-varen Nagasaki |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -8 | 21 |
| 10 | Avispa Fukuoka |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -10 | 21 |
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