Kyoto Sanga FC and Shimizu S-Pulse square off at Sanga Stadium by KYOCERA at 12:00 PM today, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the J1 League.

Kyoto Sanga FC enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 4 wins from their last 5 matches. Shimizu S-Pulse will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, both teams are level with 4 wins each in 10 past encounters. 2 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Kyoto Sanga FC edged it 1-2.

With so much at stake in the J1 League, both teams will be eager to leave their mark. Fine margins could decide this contest.