Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers Prediction 21 June 2025
In the upcoming match, we're set for an intriguing showdown between two Japanese teams: Machida Zelvia and Kashima Antlers. This season, the teams showcase different approaches to the game, making their encounter particularly exciting. Machida Zelvia aim to secure a mid-table position, while Kashima Antlers are in the hunt for the top spot. The hosts have been facing some defensive issues, but they make up for it with their attacking potential. Meanwhile, the visitors are renowned for their consistency and strong performances on the road. This match promises to be eventful, with the potential for plenty of goals.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 03 May 2025 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Kashima Antlers were the home side):
- possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corners: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 11 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 3 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Machida Zelvia and Kashima Antlers:
- 5 matches played;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 3, draws - 0;
- goals scored - 5 for the hosts, 9 for the visitors;
- average total in the 1st half - 2, in the 2nd half - 0.8;
- average total goals per match - 2.8.
Head-to-head statistics Zelvia - Kashima Antlers

Machida Zelvia Team Overview
The last official match took place on as part of the J-League 1 tournament, with Shonan Bellmare hosting Machida Zelvia. The game concluded with a 1-2 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Machida Zelvia vs Shonan Bellmare):
- possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corners: 10 vs 3;
- fouls: 14 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
Machida Zelvia, currently sitting ninth in the standings, are striving to improve their position after a disappointing run of games. The team has secured victories in 8 out of 20 matches this season, demonstrating decent scoring ability with an average of 1.2 goals per game. However, their defense raises concerns as they also concede an average of 1.2 goals per match. The "Lightning" favor an aggressive attacking style, often pushing forward in numbers, which sometimes leaves them vulnerable to counterattacks.
Match Results: Machida Zelvia

Kashima Antlers Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the J1 League, featuring Kashima Antlers as the home side and Sanfrecce Hiroshima as the visitors. The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Kashima Antlers vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima):
- possession: 70% vs 30%;
- corners: 12 vs 3;
- fouls: 6 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Kashima Antlers are confidently leading the league, thanks to their balanced play in both defense and attack. The strengths of the "Antlers" lie in their disciplined defense and ability to swiftly transition from defense to offense - the team concedes just 0.8 goals per game while averaging 1.5 goals scored per match. The visitors' form is impressive: victories over strong opponents demonstrate their high level of preparation for each match, regardless of the opponent's status.
Match Results: Kashima Antlers
Latest news
Kashima Antlers
The team is grappling with significant roster issues: center-back Ikuma Sekigawa is sidelined long-term due to a torn knee ligament, while young talents Yoshihiro Shimoda and Homare Tokuda have been out since March-Shimoda with a metatarsal fracture and Tokuda with an ankle fracture.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 5;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 3, draws - 0.
Statistics: Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers
- matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 20;
- wins: 8 vs 13;
- win percentage: 40% vs 65%;
- losses: 8 vs 5;
- draws: 4 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 8;
- losses: 4 vs 1;
- draws: 2 vs 1.
- Kashima Antlers have not lost in 10 of last 11 games.
- Kashima Antlers have not lost in 9 of last 10 games (J1 League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1, the guests - 1.8;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.8;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 0.
Statistics: Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers
- average total in the tournament: 2.4 vs 2.3;
- average total goals scored: 1.2 vs 1.5;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.6 vs 0.7;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.6 vs 0.8;
- Machida Zelvia: average total at home in the tournament - 0.89;
- Kashima Antlers: average total away in the tournament - 1.22;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 1.5) vs 1.6 (away - 1.5).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 6 Machida Zelvia games (J1 League).
Prediction on corners
Machida Zelvia: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4; at home field - 3.56;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4; at home field - 2.5.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.6, away - 5.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; away - 4.75.
- Under 9.5 corners in 12 of last 14 Machida Zelvia games.
- Under 9.5 corners in 10 of last 11 Machida Zelvia games (J1 League).
- Under 9.5 corners in last 6 Machida Zelvia home games.
- Under 9.5 corners in last 5 Machida Zelvia home games (J1 League).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 1.6 (0.8 for home team and 0.8 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 1.5 (1 for home team and 0.5 for away team).
Machida Zelvia: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.45; at home - 1.56;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 0.9; at home - 0.75.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.25, away - 1.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.1; away - 1.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 5;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home team’s field - 0 times.
Statistics: Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 20;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 8;
- number of BTTS matches for Machida Zelvia at home - 3 (33%);
- number of BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 3 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 3;
- BTTS matches for Machida Zelvia at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 1 (25%).