Kashima Antlers vs Fagiano Prediction 28 June 2025
In the upcoming J1 League clash between Kashima Antlers and Fagiano Okayama, an intriguing battle for points is on the cards. Both teams have distinct objectives: the hosts aim to maintain their position at the top of the table, while the visitors are looking to climb the standings. A key factor will be the form of both sides: the Antlers have been delivering consistently high-scoring performances, whereas Okayama are struggling with issues in their attack.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 20 April 2025 and ended with a 1-2 scoreline. Here’s a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (Fagiano Okayama were the home side):
- possession: 42% vs 58%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 15 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
📊The teams of Kashima Antlers and Fagiano Okayama have officially faced off in just two matches. Their most recent encounter took place on 20 April 2025 at Fagiano Okayama's home ground, ending with a 1-2 scoreline.
Head-to-head statistics Kashima Antlers - Fagiano
Kashima Antlers Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the J-League 1 tournament (with Machida Zelvia as the home side and Kashima Antlers as the visitors). The match ended with a scoreline of 2-1.
Here are the game statistics (Kashima Antlers vs. Machida Zelvia):
- possession: 66% vs. 34%;
- corners: 4 vs. 3;
- fouls: 13 vs. 21;
- yellow cards: 0 vs. 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs. 6.
Kashima Antlers, renowned for their aggressive attacking play, lead the league thanks to a balanced squad and strong performances at home. Their recent form is impressive, with 7 wins in their last 10 matches and an average of 1.6 goals per game underscoring the potency of their offense. However, even leaders can slip up, as evidenced by their recent 2-1 away defeat against their current opponent. Despite this setback, the Antlers need to maintain high concentration and avoid giving their rivals opportunities on the counterattack.
Match Results: Kashima Antlers
Fagiano Okayama Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the J1 League, where they faced Yokohama F. Marinos away. The match ended 0-1.
Here's how the game stats shaped up (Fagiano Okayama vs Yokohama F. Marinos):
- possession: 24% vs 76%;
- corners: 6 vs 10;
- fouls: 14 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
Fagiano Okayama have faced some challenges this season, currently sitting 13th in the table after 21 rounds. The team's weakness is evident in their low scoring rate-just 0.81 goals per match-while their defense isn't particularly strong either, conceding 0.86 goals per game. Their form over the last ten matches has been inconsistent, with only 2 wins and 5 losses, indicating a need for tactical adjustments or changes in the lineup to achieve better results. The "Cranes" will aim to exploit their opponent's weaknesses to solidify their standing.
Match Results: Fagiano Okayama
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Kashima Antlers
The club faces significant personnel challenges: key center-back Ikuma Sekigawa is sidelined for an extended period due to a severe left knee injury. Meanwhile, young talents Yoshihiro Shimoda (metatarsal fracture) and Homare Tokuda (ankle fracture) also remain unavailable.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 2;
- Home wins - 2, Away wins - 0, Draws - 0.
Statistics: Kashima Antlers vs Fagiano Okayama
- Matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- Wins: 13 vs 7;
- Win percentage: 62% vs 33%;
- Losses: 6 vs 8;
- Draws: 2 vs 6.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 7 vs 2;
- Losses: 2 vs 5;
- Draws: 1 vs 3.
- Kashima Antlers remain undefeated at home in 24 of their last 25 matches.
- Kashima Antlers are unbeaten at home in 22 of their last 23 matches (J-League 1).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- The home team averages - 2 goals, the away team - 1;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 2 times; at the home team's ground - once.
Statistics: Kashima Antlers vs Fagiano Okayama
- Average total in the tournament: 2.33 vs 1.67;
- Average goals scored: 1.48 vs 0.81;
- Average total in the first half: 0.67 vs 0.43;
- Average total in the second half: 0.81 vs 0.38;
- Kashima Antlers: Average total at home in the tournament - 1.73;
- Fagiano Okayama: Average total away in the tournament - 0.5;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.6 (home - 1.8) vs 0.6 (away - 0.4).
- Kashima Antlers have scored under 1.5 goals in five consecutive matches (J-League 1).
Corners Prediction
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 5.52; at home - 5.82;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 5.2; at home - 5.8.
Fagiano Okayama: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 5.1, away - 4.9;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 5; away - 5.
Cards Prediction
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 1.19; at home - 1.18;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 1; at home - 1.2.
Fagiano Okayama: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 1, away - 0.9;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 1.1; away - 1.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 2;
- Both teams scored all-time - twice;
- At the home team's ground - once.
Statistics: Kashima Antlers vs Fagiano Okayama
- Total matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- Total season matches where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 7;
- Kashima Antlers BTTS at home - 5 (45%);
- Fagiano Okayama BTTS away - 3 (30%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 4 vs 3;
- Kashima Antlers BTTS at home - 2 (40%);
- Fagiano Okayama BTTS away - 1 (20%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of the teams and their tournament motivations, we're likely to witness a tense match with limited goals, as both sides focus on defensive strategies ahead of the crucial stages of the season. Given Kashima Antlers' trend of scoring under 1.5 goals and the visitors' general tendency towards low-scoring away games (under 2.5), the most reasonable bet seems to be on a total of under 2.5 goals.No comments
Betting Tips: Kashima Antlers - Fagiano Okayama
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