Shimizu S-Pulse vs Cerezo Osaka Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 Nov 2025

J1 League Betting Preview: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Cerezo Osaka

Shimizu S-Pulse clash with Cerezo Osaka at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, with kick-off set for 01:00 on Sunday 9 November. Our betting preview features expert Japanese J1 league predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

We’ll split our stake by backing Shimizu S-Pulse +0.25 at odds of -141 for this Asian Handicap wager. It means we have a return if they draw but a nice payout should the home team claim a victory against Cerezo Osaka.

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Shimizu S-Pulse were winners in their last game. A 1-0 scoreline was enjoyed at home to Tokyo Verdy at IAI Stadium Nihondaira. Tadahiro Akiba's team had one shot on target and 49% possession, with an own goal making the difference.

Cerezo Osaka claimed a home win in their previous J1 League match. A 2-0 triumph against Kawasaki Frontale at Yodoko Sakura Stadium made it back-to-back league victories. The Cherry Blossoms recorded just 35% possession and had eight shots on goal, with Rafael Ratao and Shunta Tanaka both on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cerezo have gone unbeaten in their past three meetings with S-Pulse. In their last clash, Cerezo came out with a 4-2 home win at Yodoko Sakura Stadium. The 9 previous H2H meetings have involved five Cerezo wins, one draw and three S-Pulse victories.

J1 League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
10	Cerezo Osaka	38	14	10	14	60	57	3	60:57	52
14	Shimizu S-Pulse	38	11	11	16	41	51	-10	41:51	44

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S-Pulse have 3 wins, 3 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.0 shots on goal and 7.5 attempts. S-Pa have averaged 41.9% possession and 4.2 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.2 goals from 5.9 shots on goal, 13.3 attempts and 5.9 corners.

Top scorer is Toshiki Takahashi on 4 goals, while Kazuki Kozuka and Koya Kitagawa have both racked up 2. Reon Yamahara has recorded the most assists with 3.

Cerezo have 3 victories, 4 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.4 goals from 9.3 attempts and 5.3 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 52.2% possession, 5.9 corners awarded and 5.4 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.6 goals from 8.0 attempts and 3.4 shots on goal.

Rafael Ratao has scored 4, followed by Vitor Bueno, Lucas Fernandes and Masaya Shibayama with 2 goals apiece. Masaya Shibayama and Thiago are the top assist makers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Shimizu S-Pulse confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Togo Umeda (GK), Sen Takagi, Jelani Sumiyoshi, Sodai Hasukawa, Reon Yamahara, Yudai Shimamoto, Matheus Bueno, Capixaba, Kai Matsuzaki, Koya Kitagawa, Toshiki Takahashi.

Cerezo Osaka confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Koki Fukui (GK), Hayato Okuda, Ryosuke Shindo, Shinnosuke Hatanaka, Niko Takahashi, Hinata Kida, Motohiko Nakajima, Masaya Shibayama, Vitor Bueno, Thiago, Rafael Ratao.

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Cerezo Osaka Prediction & Betting Tips

Head into Shimizu S-Pulse vs Cerezo Osaka with expert betting insights, including our main match prediction, expected scoreline, top corners angle and a thoughtfully built bet builder.

Match Prediction

Shimizu S-Pulse +0.25 look like a value bet on the Asian Handicap. We think that the hosts have a good chance of recording a win in this J1 League game and it’s therefore a confident selection at -141.

The latest injury and suspension news can have a big bearing and we use this data as well as the latest form guide. We’re also keen to study the football stats so that we can get the fullest picture of how the action might happen.

Key Shimizu S-Pulse vs Cerezo Osaka league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Shimizu S-Pulse in 4 consecutive games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Shimizu S-Pulse in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Shimizu S-Pulse in 13 of their last 17 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cerezo in 14 of their last 19 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cerezo in 7 of their last 10 games.

Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 58.5% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts calculate this probability to be somewhere between 65-70%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

S-Pulse 1 - 0 Cerezo

We’re predicting S-Pulse to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +650. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Corners Prediction

Cerezo To Have Most Corners -110

It’s been an average of 6.60 Cerezo Osaka corners in the past 5 matches, while the last 5 Shimizu S-Pulse games have seen them average 3.80. We’re happy to back odds of -110 that Cerezo win the Corner Match bet.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

S-Pulse

Total

10.10 4.20 5.90

Home

9.90 4.70 5.20

Away

8.90 4.00 4.90

Cerezo

Total

11.30 5.90 5.40

Home

12.90 7.80 5.10

Away

9.10 4.50 4.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-128

Under 9.5

-116

S-Pulse Corners

Over 4.5

-119

Under 4.5

-119

Cerezo Corners

Over 4.5

-135

Under 4.5

-105

Most Corners

1

+110

X

+600

2

-108

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Shimizu S-Pulse vs Cerezo Osaka Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

If you’re looking to wager Shimizu S-Pulse to secure victory in the J1 League, then the bookmakers have chalked them up at +160. Cerezo Osaka are on offer at betting odds of +133 and the draw is +270.

There’s the option to get some insurance on your bet by going down the Draw No Bet route. This allows you to back Cerezo at -132 with a safety net or alternatively opt for S-Pulse at -108.

The expectation is that Over 2.5 Goals will be scored according to the latest odds. A different approach is a Both Teams to Score bet and Yes has been priced at -204.

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Full-Time Result

1

+160

X

+270

2

+133

Half-Time Result

1

+205

X

+148

2

+180

Double Chance

1X

-200

12

-455

X2

-233

Draw No Bet

1

-108

2

-132

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-141

2 Hcp -0.25

+102

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+133

Over 2.5

-185

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-204

No

+143

Shimizu S-Pulse have avoided defeat in their last four matches at IAI Stadium Nihondaira. Tadahiro Akiba's team have five draws, three wins and two losses in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.10.

Cerezo have four defeats, three victories and three draws in the last 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.60 goals per game and conceding 1.90.

The last IAI Stadium Nihondaira meeting saw Cerezo beat S-Pulse 3-1.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Shimizu S-Pulse Home Stats		3-5-2	2.20	1.10	1.10	3	7	5	5
Cerezo Osaka Away Stats		3-3-4	3.50	1.60	1.90	8	2	7	3

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Cerezo Osaka Lineups & Team News

Before making your bets, take a look at the S-Pulse vs Cerezo team news. Get the latest predicted and confirmed J1 League lineups and injury news right here.

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