Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Prediction: 2-1

Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse in the Japan J-League is scheduled for an 06:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday February 28, 2026. Our forecast points to a 2-1 home win, but considering both teams’ recent scoring patterns, BTTS is a highly likely outcome.

This Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Gamba Osaka's Last Match – Fagiano Okayama vs Gamba Osaka

Gamba Osaka will seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-1 Japan J-League victory over Fagiano Okayama on February 22. In that match, Gamba Osaka saw 54% of the ball and created 8 goal attempts, with 8 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Fagiano Okayama	46%	15 (8)	2.4	65
Gamba Osaka	54%	8 (8)	0.64	24

Shimizu S-Pulse's Last Match – Shimizu S-Pulse vs Vissel Kobe

Shimizu S-Pulse must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 1-0 Japan J-League victory over Vissel Kobe in their last outing. In that match, Shimizu S-Pulse recorded 60% possession, firing 10 shots at goal, with 3 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Shimizu S-Pulse	60%	10 (3)	2.04	62
Vissel Kobe	40%	7 (1)	0.31	40

Gamba Osaka vs Shimizu S-Pulse Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Gamba Osaka are averaging 1.7 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while Shimizu S-Pulse average 1.0 scored and 1.7 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Gamba Osaka to win: @1.9

Draw: @3.5

Shimizu S-Pulse to win: @3.7

Gamba Osaka Fixtures

Shimizu S-Pulse Fixtures