Shimizu S-Pulse vs Tochigi SC tips and predictions

Shimizu S-Pulse still tough to beat

On 28 points Shimizu S-Pulse host Tochigi SC, on 12 points. There are 15 positions between the two clubs.

You'll get a big price on Tochigi SC because this home side won't be considering any thoughts about losing.

Shimizu S-Pulse backers can take something from the recent results of both teams. The hosts have bagged 9 wins from 13 matches while the visitors have been defeated in 12 of their last 20 matches home and away. They will struggle here too.

The home defence has been solid. It's likely they'll maintain a clean sheet in this match-up; they have kept a clean sheet in 11 of their last 15 home games. Add that to reports that the visitors look a little reluctant when under attack. Away from home Tochigi SC have conceded an average of 3.8 goals in their last 4 matches. To add to their woes, some of the attacking performances by the visitors have been left wanting. It could be significant that they've averaged just 0.7 goals in their last 20 matches.

If the betting market is to be believed, only one of these sides is fancied to score due to the favouritism for Shimizu S-Pulse. The BTTS No could be worth a look. And if you're interested in the goal line, it's under 1.5 goals that's the pick given these prices.