Tokyo Verdy vs Kashima Antlers Prediction 30 November 2025
The upcoming clash between Tokyo Verdy and Kashima Antlers promises to be a tense encounter. The two sides have different objectives in the league: the hosts are eager to climb the standings, while the visitors are confidently leading and show no signs of slowing down. Tokyo Verdy have shown mixed form recently, but they have the ability to surprise their opponents with swift counter-attacking play. On the other hand, Kashima Antlers continue to dominate, thanks to their attacking prowess and solid defense. The intrigue lies in whether the hosts can challenge the favorites or if the visitors will once again affirm their status as leaders.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 22 February 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 4:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Kashima Antlers):
- ball possession percentage: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 2;
- fouls: 10 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 9 vs 2.
📊The sides have played three official matches. The statistics are as follows:
- goals: 5 against 8;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.67, in the 2nd half - 2.67;
- average total goals in the match - 4.33.
Head-to-head statistics Tokyo Verdy - Kashima Antlers

Tokyo Verdy Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the J1 League tournament (home team - Tokyo Verdy, away team - Avispa Fukuoka). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:0.
Here's the game statistics (Tokyo Verdy vs Avispa Fukuoka):
- ball possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 15 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 3.
Tokyo Verdy currently sit 14th in the table, searching for consistency. The team has managed just 3 wins in their last 10 matches, reflecting their erratic form (3 wins, 4 losses). Their most recent game ended in a draw, offering a slight morale boost after a string of setbacks. The team's weakness lies in their attack, averaging only 0.61 goals per game this season. However, their defense shows signs of improvement, with goals conceded dropping to one per match. The "Greens" will need to focus on defensive tactics against stronger opponents.
Match Results: Tokyo Verdy

Kashima Antlers Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the J1 League tournament (home team - Kashima Antlers, away - Yokohama). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:1.
Here are the match stats (Kashima Antlers vs Yokohama):
- ball possession: 65% vs 35%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 0;
- fouls: 14 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
Kashima Antlers are currently topping the table, thanks to their impressive form and a five-game unbeaten streak, which includes three consecutive victories. The visitors showcase high-scoring prowess, averaging 1.53 goals per game, and boast one of the league's most reliable defenses, conceding just 0.83 goals on average per match. Their last encounter with Tokyo Verdy ended in a commanding 4-0 victory for the Antlers, boosting their confidence ahead of the upcoming away fixture.
Match Results: Kashima Antlers
Latest news
Kashima Antlers
The "Deer" are dealing with injuries-Shu Morooka is sidelined with a severe Achilles tendon tear, Ikuma Sekigawa is out due to a knee joint injury, and left-back Koki Anzai is still recovering from ligament damage.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- home team wins - 1, away team wins - 1, draws - 1.
Statistics: Tokyo Verdy vs Kashima Antlers
- matches played in the tournament: 36 vs 36;
- wins: 11 vs 21;
- win percentage: 31% vs 58%;
- losses: 15 vs 8;
- draws: 10 vs 7.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 5;
- losses: 4 vs 1;
- draws: 3 vs 4.
- Tokyo Verdy won with a +1.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 home games.
- Tokyo Verdy won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 games (J1 League).
- Tokyo Verdy won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 home games (J1 League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.67, the guests - 2.67;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 4.33;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Tokyo Verdy vs Kashima Antlers
- average total in the tournament: 1.61 vs 2.36;
- average total goals scored: 0.61 vs 1.53;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.28 vs 0.64;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.33 vs 0.89;
- Tokyo Verdy: average total at home in the tournament - 0.83;
- Kashima Antlers: average total away in the tournament - 1.28;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.6 (home - 1) vs 1.5 (away - 1.17).
- Kashima Antlers have scored in 24 of last 26 games (J1 League).
- Kashima Antlers have scored in 13 of last 14 away games (J1 League).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 9 (3.33 - for home team and 5.67 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 11 (5 - for home team and 6 - for away team).
Tokyo Verdy: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.39; at home field - 5.22;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.6; at home field - 4.4.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.11, away - 4.83;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.8; away - 3.67.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4 (2 for home team and 2 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3 (2 for home team and 1 for away team).
Tokyo Verdy: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.36; at home - 1.22;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.9; at home - 1.4.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.28, away - 1.22;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1; away - 0.83.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Tokyo Verdy vs Kashima Antlers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 36 vs 36;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 18;
- number of BTTS matches for Tokyo Verdy at home - 3 (17%);
- number of BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 8 (44%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 1 vs 4;
- BTTS matches for Tokyo Verdy at home - 1 (20%);
- BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 2 (33%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In the upcoming match, despite Tokyo Verdy's desire to climb the standings, their inconsistent form and weak attack could be decisive. The team has managed only a 30% win rate in recent matches and struggles with scoring. On the other hand, Kashima Antlers sit at the top thanks to their impressive form and solid defense. Considering their confident performances, including a commanding 4-0 victory in the last head-to-head, the visitors have every chance to solidify their leading status. Betting on a victory for the visitors appears well-founded given the current form of both teams.