This fixture sees Urawa visiting Shimizu S-pulse at Nihondaira, with both teams in contrasting forms but Urawa holding a slight edge in recent results. Urawa’s attacking prowess and resilient defense make them favorites, but Shimizu’s home advantage and offensive threats could make it competitive.
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These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
Considering recent form, Urawa is likely to hold the advantage with a slight negative handicap for Shimizu S-pulse, but the margins are minimal. Over/under goals lean towards over 2.5 given the attacking strengths of both sides.
The match is predicted to be open with goals happening early, leaning toward a Urawa lead at halftime, with the potential for shakier defensive setups leading to a full-time result that favors Urawa.
Over 2.5 goals is expected, considering the attacking approach of both teams and their historical over trends in recent fixtures.
Both teams have occasionally been involved in matches with goals at both ends. In recent encounters, both sides have scored in over 50% of their matches, making Both Teams To Score (BTTS) a viable betting option.
Urawa are slightly favored to win or draw on September 23, thanks to their recent form and successful history against Shimizu S-pulse. The teams have a tendency to feature goals, with recent meetings averaging over 2.5 goals, making an exciting encounter likely.
Urawa has a dominant record in recent head-to-head matches, winning 75% of their last encounters against Shimizu S-pulse. These matches often end in a clear Urawa victory, with high-scoring trends favoring over 2.5 goals.
There are no significant injuries reported for either team ahead of the match, indicating both sides will have their key players available.
Urawa is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, emphasizing midfield control and attacking width. Shimizu S-pulse might deploy a 3-4-2-1 or 4-2-3-1, focusing on defensive solidity and quick counters.
Urawa enters the game with a 60% recent form and an offensive efficiency of 78% in attack, while Shimizu S-pulse’s recent form stands at 40%, with their defense slightly vulnerable. The tactical clash will likely revolve around Urawa’s counter-attacking approach versus Shimizu's defensive organization.
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Urawa are slightly favored to win or draw, mainly due to their recent form and historical head-to-head success. Shimizu S-pulse generally struggles against Urawa, which influences the prediction towards an away victory or at least a draw.
The top prediction is Urawa to win or draw on September 23, as Urawa has demonstrated superior recent form and a strong head-to-head record, making them slight favorites for this fixture.
The likelihood of over 2.5 goals is high, considering the historical high-scoring encounters and the attacking tendencies of both teams. Urawa's offense is efficient, and Shimizu S-pulse often concedes multiple goals, making an over bet favorable.
A double chance bet on draw or Urawa is advisable given their consistent performances and Urawa's recent victories. Shimizu S-pulse faces a tough challenge, especially at home, where they have a mixed record.
