Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki prediction & analysis
65%
Footrivo pick
Both teams to score
Good pick · fair odds 1.54 · bookmaker 1.80 · Won ✓
6/10Rating
1.80Odds
Quick tips for this match
ResultShimizu S-pulse to win ✗43% · @2.10
Double chanceEither team to win ✗77% · @1.35
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓65% · @1.80
GoalsOver 2.5 goals ✗76% · fair 1.31
Correct scoreCorrect score 2–1 ✗8% · fair 12.95
Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki preview and prediction
The match
The Emperor Cup sees Shimizu S-pulse take on V-varen Nagasaki on Wednesday 7 October, kicking off at 11:00 (WAT) at IAI Stadium Nihondaira.
Form guide
Shimizu S-pulse's last 5: WWWLD Most recently they beat Kanazawa 2–0 away. At home they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.2 scored and 1.0 conceded.
V-varen Nagasaki's last 5: LDWWL Most recently they lost to Gainare Tottori 0–2 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 29 April 2026, finished Shimizu S-pulse 1–2 V-varen Nagasaki. Across their last 2 meetings Shimizu S-pulse have won 1, V-varen Nagasaki 1, with 0 draws and 3.0 goals per game; both teams scored in 1 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 4.0 goals: 2.1 for Shimizu S-pulse and 1.9 for V-varen Nagasaki. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 76% and both teams to score at 65%.
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 65% chance at odds of 1.80, above our fair price of 1.54, so there is value in it. Predicted score: Shimizu S-pulse 2–1 V-varen Nagasaki. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Shimizu S-pulse43%fair 2.32 · @2.10
Draw23%fair 4.42 · @2.90
V-varen Nagasaki34%fair 2.92 · @3.10
4.00Expected goals
2.11Shimizu S-pulse xG
1.89V-varen Nagasaki xG
65%Both score
76%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–18%
1–17%
2–27%
1–27%
3–15%
3–25%
From our goals model: Shimizu S-pulse 2.1 – 1.9 V-varen Nagasaki expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 65% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.80.
Who will win Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki?
On our numbers Shimizu S-pulse have a 43% chance of winning, the draw 23% and V-varen Nagasaki 34%.
How many goals will there be in Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki?
We expect about 4.0 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 76% likely and both teams score 65% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki?
Our predicted score is Shimizu S-pulse 2–1 V-varen Nagasaki, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.0 goals in total.
When is Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki?
Shimizu S-pulse vs V-varen Nagasaki (Emperor Cup) kicks off on Wednesday 7 October 2026 at 11:00 (West Africa Time) at IAI Stadium Nihondaira.
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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