Japan : J1 League
Full-time report
Recent form
Vissel KobeWWWDL
Shimizu S-pulseLDLLLHead to head
Vissel Kobe 10 · Draws 6 · Shimizu S-pulse 10 (26 meetings, last 10 below)
Our prediction
Vissel Kobe to win
@ 1.90Our 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: 2 – 0 – in our list ✓. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
Win probability
Odds (1X2)
Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-pulse preview and result
Vissel Kobe and Shimizu S-pulse met in the J1 League on Wednesday 1 April 2026 at 11:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 0, 1 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Vissel Kobe a 63% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Shimizu S-pulse 12%. Our pick was Vissel Kobe to win with 70% confidence at odds of 1.90. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Vissel Kobe or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.
Goals: we expect about 2.8 goals (1.5 for Vissel Kobe, 1.3 for Shimizu S-pulse). The chance of three or more goals is 52%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (75% confidence). 2 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
Vissel Kobe have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (W-W-W-D-L), scoring 9 and conceding 6. 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 their last 10 meetings, Vissel Kobe won 10, Shimizu S-pulse won 10 and 6 ended level. In the table, Vissel Kobe are 1st with 35 points and Shimizu S-pulse are 7th with 24 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Our pre-match prediction is Vissel Kobe to win (70% confidence) at odds of 1.90. Win chances: Vissel Kobe 63%, draw 25%, Shimizu S-pulse 12%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-pulse?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 75% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 52%).
What time is Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-pulse (J1 League) was played on Wednesday 1 April 2026 at 11:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Vissel Kobe vs Shimizu S-pulse?
The double chance 1X (Vissel Kobe or Draw) 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 |
More J1 League predictions
Machida Zelviavs
FC Tokyo
JEF United Chibavs
Tokyo Verdy
Mito Hollyhockvs
KashimaOther matches on Wed 1 Apr
Brazilvs
Croatia3 - 101:00
Real Cartagenavs
Quindio2 - 101:00
Corinthians Wvs
RB Bragantino WTip 101:30
Dallas Trinity Wvs
Tampa Bay Sun W1 - 201:30
Atl. Deportivovs
San Nicolaas5 - 002:00
Cañoneros Marinavs
Héroes de Zaci5 - 002:00
Deportes Tolimavs
Águilas Doradas4 - 102:00
Mexicovs
Belgium1 - 103:00
Valley 559 FCvs
Sacramento Republic0 - 404:00
Iraqvs
Bolivia2 - 1