Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama F. Marinos Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 Aug 2025

J1 League Betting Preview: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama F. Marinos

Shimizu S-Pulse host Yokohama F. Marinos in this Japanese J1 league match at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, with kick-off set for 05:30 on Saturday 16 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Don’t Expect Fireworks

There could be some merit in betting Under 2.5 when it comes to the Total Goals market. Shimizu S-Pulse and Yokohama F. Marinos might play out a low-scoring contest and we’re happy to take the odds of -106.

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S-Pulse Beat Marinos in their Last H2H Battle

Shimizu S-Pulse drew on the road in their last game. A 0-0 scoreline was played out against Sanfrecce Hiroshima at EDION Stadium Hiroshima. Tadahiro Akiba's side dominated possession with 68% of the ball and recorded two shots on target.

Yokohama F. Marinos suffered a defeat in their previous game. A 1-0 scoreline occurred away from home at Ajinomoto Stadium against Tokyo Verdy. The Tricolor recorded six shots on goal and had 42% possession.

Head-to-Head Statistics

S-Pulse beat Marinos in their last head-to-head clash. It was a 3-2 scoreline away at Nissan Stadium. The 9 H2H games most recently played have featured five Marinos wins, one draw and three victories for S-Pulse.

J1 League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
14	Shimizu S-Pulse	34	10	11	13	38	44	-6	38:44	41
17	Yokohama F.M.	34	9	7	18	36	44	-8	36:44	34

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S-Pulse have 2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.4 shots on goal and 9.4 attempts. Tadahiro Akiba's team have averaged 54.5% possession and 4.5 corners per match, conceding 1.5 goals and 4.2 corners from 4.6 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts.

Top goalscorers Sen Takagi and Koya Kitagawa have found the net 2 times, with Capixaba scoring 1. Hikaru Nakahara and Kai Matsuzaki have been top assistors with 2.

Marinos have won 4, lost 5 and drawn 1, averaging 3.5 shots on goal, 8.6 attempts and 1.2 goals. The Tricolor average 50.6% possession, 4.5 corners taken and 7.8 corners against them, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 10.8 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal.

Yan has landed 3 goals, Daiya Tono 2, with Kaina Tanimura and two others scoring 1. Yan and Riku Yamane are the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Shimizu S-Pulse confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Togo Umeda (GK), Sodai Hasukawa, Jelani Sumiyoshi, Mateus Brunetti, Sen Takagi, Yudai Shimamoto, Matheus Bueno, Capixaba, Kai Matsuzaki, Shinya Yajima, Toshiki Takahashi.

Yokohama F. Marinos confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Il-Kyu Park (GK), Ken Matsubara, Jeison Quinones, Ryotaro Tsunoda, Ren Kato, Takuya Kida, Asahi Uenaka, Kota Watanabe, Yan, Dean David, Ryo Miyaichi.

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama F. Marinos Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama F. Marinos tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast, a corners recommendation and bet builder advice. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Match Prediction

The best plan of attack could be backing Under 2.5 Goals for this J1 League encounter. We can land odds of -106 when it comes to this wager and that looks to be a very fair price.

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 Yokohama F. Marinos league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Shimizu S-Pulse games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Shimizu S-Pulse games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Shimizu S-Pulse games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 Marinos games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Marinos games on the road.

Under 2.5 Probability

When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 51.5% chance of winning. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

Bettors looking for an alternative at bigger odds might want to take a look at the Under 1.5 Goals option which will pay out providing we see no more than one goal being scored during the ninety minutes.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

S-Pulse 1 - 1 Marinos

Our prediction for the correct score is for the teams to play out a 1-1 draw and this is available at +575. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Corners Prediction

Marinos Under 5.5 Corners -152

Yokohama F. Marinos have had under 5.5 corners in five consecutive away matches, with Shimizu S-Pulse conceding under 5.5 corners in the previous five games. There’s the opportunity to go under the Marinos Team Corners line and we’re expecting this to happen, with odds of -152 available.

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

8.70 4.50 4.20

Home

9.00 4.50 4.50

Away

9.30 5.40 3.90

Marinos

Total

12.30 4.50 7.80

Home

11.50 5.50 6.00

Away

11.80 4.70 7.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-118

Under 10.5

-127

S-Pulse Corners

Over 5.5

-110

Under 5.5

-125

Marinos Corners

Over 4.5

-120

Under 4.5

-120

Most Corners

1

-112

X

+700

2

+130

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Shimizu S-Pulse vs Yokohama F. Marinos 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.

S-Pulse Match Odds Suggest Victory

The favourites are 50% likely to win according to the latest betting odds, with Shimizu S-Pulse being priced at -100 to come away with a victory in this J1 League encounter. If you want to wager on the underdog, Yokohama F. Marinos have been priced up at +220.

You can choose S-Pulse -0.5 or Marinos +0.5 at respective Asian Handicap odds of -100 and -130. The former is the same as betting the favourites to win, with the latter giving you a return if it’s a draw.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -164 for the BTTS Yes option.

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Full-Time Result

1

-100

X

+280

2

+220

Half-Time Result

1

+165

X

+130

2

+265

Double Chance

1X

-294

12

-385

X2

-128

Draw No Bet

1

-192

2

+135

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-100

2 Hcp +0.5

-130

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+110

Over 2.5

-143

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-164

No

+116

Past Ten S-Pulse Home Games Have Yielded Four Wins

S-Pulse have recorded four victories, four draws and two defeats in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.60 goals per game and conceding 1.10.

Marinos have clocked up six losses, two wins and two draws in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.00 goals per match and conceding 1.40.

The last IAI Stadium Nihondaira meeting saw Marinos beat S-Pulse 5-3.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Shimizu S-Pulse Home Stats		4-4-2	2.70	1.60	1.10	5	5	6	4
Yokohama F. Marinos Away Stats		2-2-6	2.40	1.00	1.40	4	6	4	6

• 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 Yokohama F. Marinos Lineups & Team News

Be smart with your bets — check the S-Pulse vs Marinos team news beforehand. We’ll share the predicted and confirmed lineups for the J1 League together with updated injury news.

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