Shimizu S-pulse 0-5 Machida Zelvia: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Machida bring the stronger overall league momentum and an attack that has repeatedly overwhelmed opponents, while Shimizu arrive encouraged by a recent upswing but chastened by their inability to close out the Gamba match. The hosts have a genuine focal point in Oh Se-hun, whose duel with his former club gives Shimizu a direct route into the final third. Machida’s physical depth, wide threat and form make them difficult to contain, yet their compressed travel-heavy schedule gives Shimizu an opening if the home press remains aggressive late on. The decisive phase is likely to come after the interval, when the visitors’ squad management and Shimizu’s game-state discipline are tested.

Head-to-head analysis

The recent series has been competitive, with both clubs recording wins and the latest meeting ending in a convincing Machida victory. Shimizu also avoided defeat when these sides last met at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, while Machida are still pursuing a first win at this ground.

Form (last 5)

Shimizu S-pulse vs Machida Zelvia stats

Last meetings

• 2025-07-05Machida Zelvia 3-0 Shimizu S-pulse
• 2025-05-11Shimizu S-pulse 2-2 Machida Zelvia
• 2023-08-19Shimizu S-pulse 3-2 Machida Zelvia
• 2023-05-21Machida Zelvia 2-1 Shimizu S-pulse
• 2016-10-08Shimizu S-pulse 2-0 Machida Zelvia
• 2016-06-08Machida Zelvia 1-2 Shimizu S-pulse

Other J1 League matches

• Avispa Fukuoka – Gamba Osaka
• FC Tokyo – Kashiwa Reysol
• Kawasaki Frontale – Vissel Kobe
• Kyoto Sanga – Kashima
• Nagoya Grampus – Cerezo Osaka
• Fagiano Okayama – Mito Hollyhock
• V-varen Nagasaki – Sanfrecce Hiroshima
• Yokohama F. Marinos – Tokyo Verdy