Shimizu vs Vissel Kobe: preview, line-ups and kick-off time

Shimizu S-Pulse host Vissel Kobe at IAI Stadium Nihondaira on Saturday 12 December 2026, kick-off 05:00 UTC, in the Japanese J1 League (round 19). Shimizu have had 49 days of rest since playing Sanfreece (Japanese J1 League); Vissel Kobe have had 48 after facing Machida Zelvia and travel about 304 km.