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Shimizu S-Pulse host Vissel Kobe at IAI Stadium Nihondaira, Shizuoka on Saturday, Dec 12 at 6:00 AM in the J1 League.
Shimizu S-Pulse come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Vissel Kobe, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (5W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.
In 10 previous meetings, Shimizu S-Pulse lead 3–5 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Shimizu S-Pulse won 0–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.
Verdict: Despite home advantage, Vissel Kobe arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Shimizu S-Pulse. Vissel Kobe to win.