Vissel Kobe vs Kashima Antlers Prediction
In the upcoming J1 League match, Vissel Kobe host Kashima Antlers, promising a true football spectacle. Both teams are in excellent form: the hosts have won 4 of their last 5 matches, while the visitors boast a perfect 5 out of 5. Vissel Kobe sit in 4th place and aim to secure their spot in the Asian competition zone, whereas Kashima Antlers confidently top the table. It's worth noting that their previous encounter ended with a narrow victory for the Antlers. Considering Kobe's home game stats and Antlers' away achievements, an intriguing battle for three points awaits us.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 29 March 2025 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (Kashima Antlers were the home side):
- possession percentage: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 7;
- fouls: 18 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Vissel Kobe and Kashima Antlers:
- 47 matches played;
- home team victories - 15, away team wins - 23, draws - 9;
- total goals - 58 for Vissel Kobe, 68 for Kashima Antlers;
- average total in the first half - 1.15, second half - 1.53;
- average total goals per match - 2.68.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Vissel Kobe Team Overview
The last official match took place on as part of the J1 League, featuring Urawa Red Diamonds as the home side against Vissel Kobe. The game concluded with a 1-0 victory.
Here are the match statistics (Vissel Kobe vs Urawa Red Diamonds):
- possession percentage: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 5;
- fouls: 6 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Vissel Kobe are showcasing consistent form with four consecutive victories, underscoring their competitiveness as the season draws to a close. The team currently hold the 4th spot in the standings and are eager to maintain this position to secure a place in international tournaments. Known for their ability to control the game and their solid defense, they concede an average of just 0.85 goals per match this season. However, their home scoring leaves much to be desired, averaging only 1.3 goals per game with several goalless draws against strong opponents. Their most recent match against Kashima ended in a 0-1 defeat.
Match Results: Vissel Kobe
Kashima Antlers Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the J1 League, where Kashima Antlers hosted Gamba Osaka. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Kashima Antlers vs Gamba Osaka):
- Possession: 56% vs 44%;
- Corners: 1 vs 1;
- Fouls: 13 vs 13;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 2.
Kashima Antlers are leading the league, riding a wave of excellent form with a five-match unbeaten streak, including four consecutive victories. The "Deer" boast a potent attack, averaging 1.58 goals per match, and a sturdy defense that has conceded just 0.7 goals per game over their last 10 fixtures. On the road, they consistently perform well, rarely leaving without points, as evidenced by only one loss in their last 13 away games. Historically, they have fared well against Vissel Kobe, with their most recent triumph being a 1-0 victory.
Match Results: Kashima Antlers
Latest news
Vissel Kobe
Defender Shota Arai is sidelined with a serious injury-a torn cruciate ligament. Also on the injury list is Kento Hamasaki, who is dealing with an acromioclavicular joint injury.
Kashima Antlers
The Antlers are dealing with some long-term absences. Homare Tokuda has been sidelined since March with a broken ankle, while Shu Muruka has been recovering from a torn Achilles tendon since April. Ikuma Sekigawa suffered a knee injury (torn ligaments), and Koki Anzai has sustained a similar injury.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 47;
- Home victories - 15, Away victories - 23, Draws - 9.
Statistics: Vissel Kobe vs Kashima Antlers
- Matches played in the tournament: 33 vs 33;
- Wins: 18 vs 20;
- Win percentage: 55% vs 61%;
- Losses: 9 vs 8;
- Draws: 6 vs 5.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 7 vs 6;
- Losses: 2 vs 1;
- Draws: 1 vs 3.
- Kashima Antlers have covered a +1.5 spread in 15 of the last 17 head-to-head away matches (J-League 1).
- Kashima Antlers have covered a +1.5 spread in 42 of their last 43 matches (J-League 1).
- Kashima Antlers have covered a +1.5 spread in 20 of their last 21 away matches (J-League 1).
- Kashima Antlers have covered a +1.5 spread in 18 of their last 19 matches.
- Kashima Antlers have covered a +1.5 spread in 8 of their last 9 away matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's home team averages - 1.23 goals, away team - 1.45 goals;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.68;
- Both teams scored: overall - 26 times; at the home team's ground - 11 times.
Statistics: Vissel Kobe vs Kashima Antlers
- Tournament average total: 2.15 vs 2.42;
- Average goals scored: 1.3 vs 1.58;
- First half average total: 0.48 vs 0.7;
- Second half average total: 0.82 vs 0.88;
- Vissel Kobe's home average total in the tournament - 1.41;
- Kashima Antlers' away average total in the tournament - 1.38;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 1.5) vs 1.6 (away - 1.5).
- Vissel Kobe score under 1.5 goals at home in 15 of the last 17 head-to-head matches (J-League 1).
Corner Kicks Prediction
Vissel Kobe: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.67; at home - 5.71;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.3; at home - 5.83.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.09, away - 4.81;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3.9; away - 4.17.
- Vissel Kobe take fewer than 6.5 corners at home in 6 of their last 7 matches (J-League 1).
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 2.56 (1.28 - home team and 1.28 - away team);
- Average total yellow cards at home ground - 1.95 (1.19 - home team and 0.76 - away team).
Vissel Kobe: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 0.82; at home - 0.47;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 0.6; at home - 0.83.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.27, away - 1.19;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.3; away - 0.83.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 47;
- Both teams scored overall - 26 times;
- At the home ground - 11 times.
Statistics: Vissel Kobe vs Kashima Antlers
- Total matches played in the tournament: 33 vs 33;
- Total matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): 14 vs 16;
- BTTS for Vissel Kobe at home - 6 (35%);
- BTTS for Kashima Antlers away - 7 (44%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 2 vs 4;
- BTTS for Vissel Kobe at home - 1 (17%);
- BTTS for Kashima Antlers away - 2 (33%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
This match promises to be a tough test for both sides, with the hosts highly motivated to solidify their position among the league leaders and the visitors eager to continue their successful season at the top of the table. Considering Vissel Kobe's trend in home games of having under 9.5 corners, we suggest focusing on this corner option as the main bet for this match.
Betting Tips: Vissel Kobe - Kashima Antlers
in 12 of last 14 home games.
in 13 of last 14 home games.in 8 of last 9 home games (J1 League).in 12 of last 13 games.in last 10 games (J1 League).in last 5 away games (J1 League).in 16 of last 17 Vissel Kobe games.in 9 of last 10 Vissel Kobe games (J1 League).in 8 of last 9 Vissel Kobe home games.in 8 of last 9 Kashima Antlers away games.in 7 of last 8 Kashima Antlers away games (J1 League).
Comparison of Teams Stats
Other predictions
