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

Our Shimizu S-Pulse vs Nagoya Grampus Prediction: 1-1

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Nagoya Grampus in the Japan J-League is scheduled for an 05:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday April 25, 2026. We anticipate a balanced game ending in a 1-1 draw, and given both teams’ scoring form, BTTS looks like a safe bet.

This Shimizu S-Pulse vs Nagoya Grampus 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

Shimizu S-Pulse's Last Match – Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Shimizu S-Pulse

Shimizu S-Pulse should win to turn things around after settling for a 1-1 Japan J-League draw against Sanfrecce Hiroshima on April 11. In that match, Shimizu S-Pulse saw 42% of the ball and created 7 goal attempts, with 3 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Sanfrecce Hiroshima	58%	12 (5)	3.23	73
Shimizu S-Pulse	42%	7 (3)	0.8	27

Nagoya Grampus's Last Match – Vissel Kobe vs Nagoya Grampus

Nagoya Grampus will aim to put their last result behind them following a 2-3 Japan J-League loss to Vissel Kobe on April 11. In that match, Nagoya Grampus recorded 41% possession, attempting 8 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Vissel Kobe	59%	8 (5)	2.42	50
Nagoya Grampus	41%	8 (3)	1.11	27

Shimizu S-Pulse vs Nagoya Grampus Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Shimizu S-Pulse are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per match, while Nagoya Grampus average 1.6 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.