Prediction Shimizu S-Pulse - Avispa Fukuoka today 16:30 12/09/2026.

Shimizu S-Pulse have a consistent goal-scoring ability in cup matches, such as their 2-1 victory over FC Osaka (including a goal in extra time), demonstrating their decisiveness in crucial situations

Mandatory Requirements: 1. ONLY RETURN THE TRANSLATION: The response MUST contain ONLY the translated text in plain text format (without any Markdown formatting), absolutely no explanations, greetings, quotation marks, or any other additional text. Text to translate: The current lineup has many key players who are consistently and effectively performing, such as goalkeeper Togo Umeda (6 consecutive matches, 540 minutes played) and midfielder Yudai Shimamoto (6 matches, 26 successful tackles, 8 interceptions)

Shimizu S-Pulse's overall performance has been average, with 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 matches, reflecting a lack of stability but still maintaining the ability to compete in some matches.

The 4-3-3 formation is widely used (accounting for 60% of recent matches), demonstrating flexibility in team setup, although it doesn't have too much variation.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: 1. ONLY THE TRANSLATION: The response MUST contain only the translated text in pure text format (without any Markdown formatting), absolutely no explanations, greetings, quotation marks, or any other additional text. Text to be translated: Shimizu S-Pulse's defense has faced numerous issues, conceding 11 goals in 10 matches (an average of 1.1 goals per game), with only one clean sheet (a 1-1 draw against FC Tokyo). They often concede 1-2 goals against strong teams like Kawasaki Frontale (1-3) and Yokohama F. Marinos (0-1)

Poor disciplinary record, with 12 yellow cards and 2 red cards in 10 matches, particularly the loss to Kawasaki Frontale with 3 yellow cards and 1 red card, resulting in significant personnel losses

Unstable performance, frequently "losing momentum" after a winning streak, for example, winning two consecutive matches then losing two consecutive matches, indicating a lack of focus and the ability to maintain performance.

Avispa Fukuoka has an impressive goal-scoring ability, with an average of 1.5 goals per game in the last 10 matches, including three convincing wins against Cerezo Osaka, FC Osaka, and Giravanz Kitakyushu, demonstrating stable attacking power in friendly matches.

Some key players such as Shu Morooka (3 goals, 1 assist) and Werik Popo (1 goal, 43 successful duels) are maintaining good form and playing an important role in the team's attacking style.

Avispa Fukuoka has maintained stability in friendly matches, such as their 3-2 victory over FC Osaka, demonstrating their ability to maintain performance without directly facing top J1 League opponents.

Avispa Fukuoka has maintained a stable tactical formation of 3-4-2-1 in the last 6 matches, showing the team's commitment to this system and the ability to operate in sync between positions.

Avispa Fukuoka does not have any cases of injury or suspension in the current lineup, helping to maintain personnel stability and avoid facing serious losses.

Scoring efficiency and the ability to control the game are at an average level, with the "Over 2.5" ratio reaching 70% and "Both Teams To Score" (BTTS) at 70%, indicating an open playing style but not overly reliant on scoring ability.

Avispa Fukuoka's defense has shown a lack of concentration and weakness, with 16 goals conceded in 10 matches (an average of 1.6 goals per game), including heavy defeats against Kashima Antlers (2-3), Urawa Red Diamonds (2-3), and Vissel Kobe (0-1).

Inconsistent performance and a tendency to slip up after scoring, as evidenced by the 3-0 victory over Cerezo Osaka followed immediately by a 0-1 defeat to Vissel Kobe, demonstrates a lack of composure in crucial matches.

Poor match discipline, with 13 yellow cards received in 10 matches (an average of 1.3 cards per match), reflects a lack of control in ball dispute situations and dangerous plays.

The reserve team lacks cohesion and has no players capable of replacing key players in case of rotation, such as Shintaro Nago (1 match, 215 minutes) and Keiya Shiihashi (2 matches, 241 minutes), highlighting a lack of quality and experience.