Kashima Antlers vs Tokyo Prediction 23 May 2026
🔊 The final round of the regular season brings together the top teams in the Eastern Conference. While the outcome holds little weight in terms of standings, with Kashima Antlers sitting atop the table and Tokyo right behind them in second, both sides are already locked into their positions. Still, this upcoming clash promises to be a matter of pride. Bookmakers see no clear favourite here.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 07 February 2026 and ended with a scoreline of 1:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Tokyo):
- ball possession percentage: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 11 vs 4;
- fouls: 14 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 8 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Kashima Antlers and Tokyo:
- played 44 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 22, for the away team - 13, draws - 9;
- number of goals - 81 against 60;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.36, in the 2nd half - 1.84;
- average total goals in the match - 3.2.
Head-to-head statistics Kashima Antlers - Tokyo
Kashima Antlers Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the J1 League tournament (home team - Chiba, away team - Kashima Antlers). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:2.
Here's the game statistics (Kashima Antlers vs Chiba):
- ball possession: 61% vs 39%;
- corner kicks: 0 vs 9;
- fouls: 11 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
Kashima Antlers have been in impressive form, securing four wins and just one defeat in their last five outings. Over their previous ten matches, they have conceded an average of just 0.6 goals per game while scoring 1.5, showcasing a blend of defensive solidity and attacking efficiency that has already guaranteed them top spot in their group. In the championship match, Toru Oniki’s side will face either Vissel Kobe or Nagoya Grampus-and they are likely to enter the final as favourites.
Match Results: Kashima Antlers
Tokyo Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the J1 League tournament (home team - Urawa Red Diamonds, away - Tokyo). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:0.
Here are the match stats (Tokyo vs Urawa Red Diamonds):
- ball possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 6;
- fouls: 11 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 6 vs 2.
Tokyo continue to rack up points at an impressive pace: seven wins and just three defeats in their last ten matches underline the team’s strength both at home and on the road. Since early April, the capital club have suffered only one inexplicable setback, collapsing 0-3 on home turf against Chiba. Averaging 1.8 goals per game, Tokyo’s attacking line consistently delivers. However, no matter how many goals Rikizo Matsuhashi’s men score in the final round, they cannot climb to first place-or drop from second-thanks to their commanding goal difference.
Match Results: Tokyo
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 44;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 10; for visitors away - 3; number of draws - 9;
- Average first-half total: 1.36;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.75, while the visitors net 0.61.
First-Half Stats: Kashima Antlers (home) vs Tokyo (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- wins: 3 (37.5%) vs 5 (62.5%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 5 (62.5%) vs 3 (37.5%);
- Average goals scored: 0.5 vs 0.88;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.13.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 5;
- losses: 2 vs 1;
- draws: 5 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 0.7 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.1 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.3).
- Kashima Antlers have drawn in the 1st half in last 5 games against Tokyo (J1 League).
Match Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 44;
- Home wins - 22, Away wins - 13, Draws - 9.
Stats: Kashima Antlers vs Tokyo
- Matches in this competition: 17 vs 17;
- Wins: 14 vs 13;
- Win percentage: 82% vs 76%;
- Losses: 3 vs 4;
- Draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- Wins: 8 vs 7;
- Losses: 2 vs 3;
- Draws: 0 vs 0.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-head (average total goals):
- Home side - 1.84, Away side - 1.36;
- Overall head-to-head average - 3.2;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 34 times; at Kashima’s ground - 15 times.
Average goals stats: Kashima Antlers vs Tokyo
- In this competition: 2.18 vs 2.53;
- Goals scored per game: 1.65 vs 1.65;
- First half: 0.65 vs 0.82;
- Second half: 1 vs 0.82;
- Kashima Antlers at home in this competition - 1.63;
- Tokyo away in this competition - 1.75;
- Last 10 matches: 1.5 (home - 1.75) vs 1.8 (away - 1.8).
- Tokyo have scored under 1.5 goals in five consecutive away head-to-head fixtures (J1 League).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 44;
- Both teams have scored - 34 times overall;
- At Kashima’s ground - 15 times.
Stats: Kashima Antlers vs Tokyo
- Matches played in this competition: 17 vs 17;
- Matches this season with both teams scoring (BTTS): 7 vs 9;
- Kashima Antlers BTTS at home - 2 (25%);
- Tokyo BTTS away - 5 (63%).
Last 10 matches:
- BTTS games: 5 vs 4;
- Kashima Antlers BTTS at home - 2 (50%);
- Tokyo BTTS away - 2 (40%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Two of the most prolific attacking sides in the East go head-to-head. Despite both teams’ aggressive style of play, Tokyo’s matches have consistently seen a low number of corners this season: under 9.5 corners has landed in 9 of their last 10 games. This points to a cautious approach on set-pieces and a limited focus on wing play. We see this market as an optimal pick, especially since with neither side having much at stake, the match could unfold at a measured pace with little energy wasted. Our well-founded prediction is a narrow home win, 1-0.No comments
Betting Tips: Kashima Antlers - Tokyo
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