Yokohama F. Marinos vs Shimizu S-pulse
Match recap
Yokohama F. Marinos beat Shimizu S-pulse 3–0 in their J1 League fixture. Amano, Amano, and Inoue scored for Yokohama F. Marinos. Yokohama F. Marinos held 56% possession to 44% for Shimizu S-pulse.
Analysis
The upcoming J1 League clash sees Yokohama F. Marinos host Shimizu S-pulse in what promises to be a closely contested encounter. Both teams have shown flashes of quality this season, but Yokohama's recent attacking prowess and home advantage could prove decisive.
Yokohama F. Marinos currently sit 7th in the league with 20 points from 18 games, boasting a record of 6 wins and 12 losses. Shimizu S-pulse, meanwhile, have struggled for consistency but remain dangerous, especially through their leading scorer Oh Se-Hun. Historically, Yokohama have the upper hand with 11 wins in 20 meetings against Shimizu, who have won 5 times, with 4 draws.
In this fixture, Yokohama's creative midfield duo Jun Amano and Tomoki Kondo have been instrumental, combining for multiple assists and driving the team's attacking play. Kaina Tanimura, the home side's top scorer with 7 goals in the last 10 games, is expected to continue his hot streak. Shimizu rely heavily on Oh Se-Hun for goals, but Yokohama's defensive stalwarts Jeisson Quiñónes and Ryotaro Tsunoda are well-positioned to contain him. The head-to-head average of 3.5 goals suggests an open game, but Yokohama's superior recent form and home advantage tilt the balance in their favour.
Prediction
We predict a 2-1 victory for Yokohama F. Marinos. While the draw has a notable probability, Yokohama's attacking momentum and home support should see them edge this one. Expect a competitive match with around four cards issued, reflecting the intensity of the contest.
Outcome probability
Key Insights
Yokohama's Creative Midfield vs Shimizu's Defense
Yokohama's Jun Amano and Tomoki Kondo excel in creating chances against Shimizu's average defensive interceptions.
Yokohama's Superior Scoring Form
Yokohama's top forwards have higher recent goal rates and better away scoring stats than Shimizu's attackers.
Kaina Tanimura's Hot Streak
Tanimura's recent multi-goal games and high ratings suggest he will be a key goal threat for Yokohama.
Shimizu's Dependence on Oh Se-Hun
Shimizu relies heavily on Oh Se-Hun for goals; neutralizing him could limit their scoring.
No Major Injuries Reported
Both teams have full squads available, so tactical and form factors will dominate the match outcome.
Key Takeaways
Yokohama F. Marinos look set to secure a narrow win thanks to their potent attack and creative midfield. Shimizu S-pulse will fight hard, but the home side's recent form and historical edge make them favourites to take all three points.
- Yokohama F. Marinos have won 11 of 20 head-to-head matches against Shimizu S-pulse.
- The average goals per head-to-head match is 3.5, indicating open play.
- Yokohama sit 7th in the league with 20 points from 18 games (6 wins, 12 losses).
- Kaina Tanimura has scored 7 goals in his last 10 games, leading Yokohama's attack.
- Jun Amano has provided 5 assists recently, key to Yokohama's creativity.
- Shimizu's Oh Se-Hun is their top scorer with 5 goals in the last 10 games.
- The predicted total cards for the match is 4, suggesting a moderately physical game.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Yokohama F. Marinos
Away — Shimizu S-pulse
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Amano
Araújo
Honda
Yellow Card
Takahashi
Matsuzaki
Sumiyoshi
Amano
Honda
Kozuka
Yamane
Capixaba
Yellow Card
Kondo
Inoue
Watanabe
Inoue
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Kashima | 18 | 15 | 0 | 3 | +20 | 45 |
| 6 |  Urawa | 18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | +3 | 25 |
| 7 |  Yokohama F. Marinos | 18 | 6 | 0 | 12 | -3 | 20 |
| 8 |  Kashiwa Reysol | 18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -2 | 20 |
Match Statistics
Yokohama F. Marinos
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 2Ren KatoD
- 6Kota WatanabeM
- 9Kaina TanimuraF
- 13Taisei InoueD
- 17Jeison Estiven Quiñónes BotinaD
- 21Hiroki IikuraG
- 22Ryotaro TsunodaD
- 24Tomoki KondoM
- 28Riku YamaneM
- 30Yuri AraújoM
- 40Jun AmanoM
Substitutes
- 1Park Il-GyuG
- 11Jordy CrouxF
- 19TevisF
- 23Ryo MiyaichiF
- 26D. DavidF
- 29Aruto HiguchiM
- 33Kosei SuwamaD
- 34Takuto KimuraM
- 35Sekitomi KantaD
Shimizu S-pulse
4-3-3Starting XI
- 7CapixabaF
- 9Oh Se-HunF
- 15Yuki HondaD
- 16Togo UmedaG
- 17Masaki YumibaM
- 21Kai MatsuzakiM
- 25Mateus BrunettiD
- 28Yutaka YoshidaD
- 38Toshiki TakahashiF
- 51Jelani Reshaun SumiyoshiD
- 81Kazuki KozukaM
Substitutes
- 1Yuya OkiG
- 4Sodai HasukawaD
- 14Park Seung-WookD
- 23Kanta ChibaF
- 44Motoki NishiharaM
- 49Koya KitagawaF
- 70Sen TakagiD
- 97R. OhataM
Yokohama F. Marinos
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun Amano | M | 90 | 9.2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0/1 |
| Jeisson Quiñónes | D | 90 | 7.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Taisei Inoue | D | 89 | 7.9 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/2 |
| Hiroki Ilkura | G | 90 | 7.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kota Watanabe | M | 89 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Tomoki Kondo | M | 75 | 7.0 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| Ryotaro Tsunoda(C) | D | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/2 |
| Yuri Araújo | M | 40 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Riku Yamane | M | 74 | 6.6 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Ren Kato | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Kaina Tanimura | F | 90 | 6.3 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 0/1 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Aruto Higuchi | M | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dean David | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kanta Sekitomi | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kosei Suwama | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Park Il-Kyu | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ryo Miyaichi | F | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Takuto Kimura | M | 16 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Jordy Croux | F | 50 | 6.9 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0/1 |
| Tevis | F | 15 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Shimizu S-pulse
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kazuki Kozuka | M | 74 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
| Oh Se-Hun | F | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Togo Umeda | G | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jelani Reshaun Sumiyoshi(C) | D | 60 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Capixaba | F | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2/2 |
| Yuki Honda | D | 70 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Toshiki Takahashi | F | 45 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Kai Matsuzaki | M | 45 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0/1 |
| Mateus Brunetti | D | 90 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 0/1 |
| Masaki Yumiba | M | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yutaka Yoshida | D | 90 | 5.9 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0/1 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Motoki Nishihara | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yuya Oki | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sodai Hasukawa | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Koya Kitagawa | F | 45 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Sen Takagi | D | 20 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| Kanta Chiba | F | 45 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Rinsei Ohata | M | 16 | 6.3 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| Seung-wook Park | D | 30 | 5.9 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |