Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers Prediction 18 March 2026
⚽️ The clash between Machida Zelvia and Kashima Antlers promises to be action-packed. Both teams are in great form, consistently delivering strong performances throughout the season. Their matches are often thrilling and high-scoring. This encounter holds significance for the standings, as both clubs aim to maintain their lofty positions.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 27 August 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 3:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Machida Zelvia):
- ball possession percentage: 48% vs 52%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 2;
- fouls: 0 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 6 vs 1.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Machida Zelvia and Kashima Antlers:
- played 7 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 4, for the away team - 3, draws - 0;
- number of goals - 10 against 10;
- average total in the 1st half - 2, in the 2nd half - 0.86;
- average total goals in the match - 2.86.
Head-to-head statistics Zelvia - Kashima Antlers

Machida Zelvia Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the J1 League, featuring Kashiwa Reysol at home against Machida Zelvia. The match concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Machida Zelvia vs Kashiwa Reysol):
- possession: 30% vs 70%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 0;
- fouls: 11 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
Machida Zelvia are showcasing an impressive performance this season, currently sitting second in the standings. The team has won 7 out of their last 10 matches, highlighting their strong attacking prowess and defensive resilience. In their last five games, they have secured three victories, suffering just one defeat. At home, they consistently find the back of the net, though they also tend to concede goals, making their matches quite entertaining.
Match Results: Machida Zelvia

Kashima Antlers Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the J1 League, with Kashima Antlers hosting Kawasaki Frontale. The game concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
The match statistics were as follows (Kashima Antlers vs Kawasaki Frontale):
- possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 2;
- fouls: 13 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 6 vs 2.
Kashima Antlers sit at the top of the table, thanks to their consistent performances and an unbeaten streak stretching across five matches this season. In their last five outings, they have consistently secured victories, showcasing a solid defense with minimal goals conceded and an efficient attack. With this form, the team rightfully holds the top spot and aims to maintain their lead.
Match Results: Kashima Antlers
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 7;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 4; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 0;
- Average first-half total: 2;
- Today's home team scores on average 1.14, while the visitors net 0.86.
First-Half Stats: Machida Zelvia (home) vs Kashima Antlers (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 2;
- wins: 1 (50%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 1 (50%);
- draws: 1 (50%) vs 1 (50%);
- Average goals scored: 2.5 vs 2.5;
- Average goals conceded: 1 vs 1.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 7 vs 3;
- losses: 0 vs 2;
- draws: 3 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1.7 (scored - 1.3, conceded - 0.4) vs 1 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.4).
- Machida Zelvia scored in the 1st half in last 7 home games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 7;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 3, draws - 0.
Statistics: Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers
- matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 6;
- wins: 4 vs 5;
- win percentage: 80% vs 83%;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 8 vs 8;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 1 vs 1.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.43, the guests - 1.43;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.86;
- both teams scored: overall - 3; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers
- average total in the tournament: 3.4 vs 2.17;
- average total goals scored: 2 vs 1.67;
- average total in the 1st half: 1.4 vs 0.83;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.6 vs 0.83;
- Machida Zelvia: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Kashima Antlers: average total away in the tournament - 2;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.9 (home - 2.2) vs 1.6 (away - 1.5).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Machida Zelvia home games.
Prediction on corners
Machida Zelvia: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.8; at home field - 3.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.1; at home field - 3.4.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.33, away - 5.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; away - 5.5.
- Machida Zelvia have taken under 5.5 corners in 7 of last 8 home games.
- Machida Zelvia have taken under 5.5 corners in last 5 games (J1 League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 7;
- both teams scored all-time - 3 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 6;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 2;
- number of BTTS matches for Machida Zelvia at home - 2 (100%);
- number of BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 2 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Machida Zelvia at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 3 (75%).
- Machida Zelvia have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 home games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (10/58, 17.2%);
- Machida Zelvia at home most often finish matches: 2:1 , 2:2 (1/2, 50%);
- Kashima Antlers away most often play: 1:1 , 2:3 (1/2, 50%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.91% (odds 5.75)
1:0 - 9.14% (odds 6.8)
2:1 - 8.53% (odds 9.1)