Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse preview and prediction
The match
Shimizu S-pulse travel to Sanga Stadium by Kyocera in the J1 League on Saturday 2 May (06:00 WAT) to face Kyoto Sanga. Kyoto Sanga are 8th with 23 points from 18 games (in the bottom three), while Shimizu S-pulse sit 7th on 24 points (in the bottom half). Only 1 point separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Kyoto Sanga's last 5: LWLWL Most recently they lost to Cerezo Osaka 0–3 away. They average 1.3 scored and 1.7 conceded.
Shimizu S-pulse's last 5: LLWLW Most recently they lost to V-varen Nagasaki 1–2 at home. They average 1.3 scored and 1.2 conceded.
Shimizu S-pulse arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.5 points a game against 1.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 14 February 2026, finished Shimizu S-pulse 1–1 Kyoto Sanga.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 1.5 for Kyoto Sanga and 1.1 for Shimizu S-pulse. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 48%, both teams to score at 56%.
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 73% chance at odds of 1.33. Predicted score: Kyoto Sanga 1–1 Shimizu S-pulse. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Kyoto Sanga48%fair 2.10 · @2.15
Draw22%fair 4.58 · @3.35
Shimizu S-pulse31%fair 3.28 · @3.35
2.64Expected goals
1.51Kyoto Sanga xG
1.14Shimizu S-pulse xG
56%Both score
48%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
1–011%
2–19%
0–18%
2–08%
0–07%
From our goals model: Kyoto Sanga 1.5 – 1.1 Shimizu S-pulse expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 73% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.33.
Who will win Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
On our numbers Kyoto Sanga have a 48% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Shimizu S-pulse 31%.
How many goals will there be in Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 48% likely and both teams score 56% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Our predicted score is Kyoto Sanga 1–1 Shimizu S-pulse, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse (J1 League) kicks off on Saturday 2 May 2026 at 06:00 (West Africa Time) at Sanga Stadium by Kyocera.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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