Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse prediction & analysis
60%
Footrivo pick
Both teams to score
Good pick · fair odds 1.67 · bookmaker 1.75 · Lost ✗
5/10Rating
1.75Odds
Quick tips for this match
ResultKyoto Sanga to win ✓41% · @2.40
Double chanceEither team to win ✓76% · @1.33
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✗60% · @1.75
GoalsOver 1.5 goals ✓77% · fair 1.29
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–0 ✗9% · fair 11.46
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 31 October (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: WDDLW Most recently they beat Newcastle Jets 5–2 at home. At home they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.7 scored and 1.7 conceded.
Shimizu S-pulse's last 5: LLDLW Most recently they lost to Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0–4 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.0 scored and 2.5 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 2 May 2026, finished Kyoto Sanga 1–2 Shimizu S-pulse. Across their last 2 meetings Kyoto Sanga have won 0, Shimizu S-pulse 1, with 1 draw and 2.5 goals per game; both teams scored in 2 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.8 goals: 1.5 for Kyoto Sanga and 1.4 for Shimizu S-pulse. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 54%, both teams to score at 60%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 60% chance at odds of 1.75, above our fair price of 1.67, so there is value in it. 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 Sanga41%fair 2.46 · @2.40
Draw24%fair 4.11 · @3.10
Shimizu S-pulse35%fair 2.86 · @2.80
2.83Expected goals
1.48Kyoto Sanga xG
1.35Shimizu S-pulse xG
60%Both score
54%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
1–09%
2–19%
0–18%
1–28%
2–06%
From our goals model: Kyoto Sanga 1.5 – 1.4 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 Both teams to score with a 60% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.75.
Who will win Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
On our numbers Kyoto Sanga have a 41% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Shimizu S-pulse 35%.
How many goals will there be in Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 54% likely and both teams score 60% 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 2.8 goals in total.
When is Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse?
Kyoto Sanga vs Shimizu S-pulse (J1 League) kicks off on Saturday 31 October 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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