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Yokohama F. Marinos vs Shimizu S-pulse: Hosts Look to Turn Home Form Around in J1 League
Yokohama F. Marinos host Shimizu S-pulse in the J1 League, with the home side seeking to improve a concerning home record against a Shimizu side that has drawn half of their away games this season. Recent form suggests a potential for goals, but defensive frailties on both sides could lead to a cagey affair.
This fixture pits a Yokohama side desperate to leverage their home advantage against a Shimizu team adept at grinding out results on the road. We can expect Yokohama to try and impose themselves through a higher volume of shots and possession in their own half, potentially utilizing wide overloads. Shimizu, however, have shown resilience defensively away from home, often employing a compact mid-block to frustrate opponents. Their recent struggles might see them adopt a more cautious approach, looking for swift transitions rather than committing too many players forward, which could lead to a battle for control in central areas.
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Key points
- • Yokohama F. Marinos have won only 22.2% of their home games this season.
- • Shimizu S-pulse have drawn 44.4% of their away matches.
- • Yokohama's last three home games have yielded just one goal.
AI Prediction
The odds suggest a relatively even contest, with a slight lean towards the home side. Yokohama's home form is dire, but their overall scoring record and shot volume suggest they can find the net, especially against a Shimizu side that has been drawing many games. Shimizu's recent defensive record is concerning, and while they can score away, Yokohama's recent uptick in scoring (2.3 goals in last 3) points towards a game with goals at both ends. Given the Jekyll-and-Hyde nature of Yokohama's home form and Shimizu's propensity for draws, a stalemate feels like the most likely outcome, but with enough attacking intent to push the scoreline over 2.5.
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Team recent
Yokohama F. Marinos Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AWAY | Shimizu S-pulse | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | Tokyo Verdy | 6 - 0 | - | ||||
HOME | Kashiwa Reysol | 0 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | Kashima | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | Machida Zelvia | 0 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | Mito Hollyhock | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | JEF United Chiba | 3 - 2 | - | ||||
AWAY | Urawa | 3 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | Kawasaki Frontale | 1 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | FC Tokyo | 1 - 3 | - |
Yokohama F. Marinos have endured a difficult season, particularly at home where they've secured only 22.2% of their points. Their overall scoring record isn't abysmal, averaging 1.5 goals per game, but they concede too readily, letting in 1.6 on average. Recent home form is even more concerning, with no wins in their last three at home, drawing two and losing one, while their last outing saw them fail to score against a team that conceded one goal. Despite this, they still manage a decent number of shots at home, suggesting they can create chances, though converting them has been an issue.
Shimizu S-pulse Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HOME | Yokohama F. Marinos | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | Gamba Osaka | 1 - 2 | - | ||||
AWAY | Fagiano Okayama | 0 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | Avispa Fukuoka | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | Cerezo Osaka | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | Kyoto Sanga | 2 - 1 | - | ||||
HOME | V-varen Nagasaki | 1 - 2 | - | ||||
HOME | Nagoya Grampus | 0 - 2 | - | ||||
AWAY | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1 - 1 | - | ||||
AWAY | V-varen Nagasaki | 3 - 0 | - |
Shimizu S-pulse present a mixed bag, with a solid away record that sees them drawing 44.4% of their matches on the road. They average a goal per game away from home but also concede 1.1, indicating a generally tight defence. However, their overall form has dipped recently, with two losses and one draw in their last three outings, conceding 1.7 goals per game in that span, though their last match was a 1-1 draw away from home. They possess a good passing accuracy on the road and tend to generate a reasonable number of shots, but their recent scoring has been limited.
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