Shimizu vs Kashima Antlers Prediction 31 August 2025
🔊 In the upcoming clash between Shimizu S-Pulse and Kashima Antlers, fans can anticipate an intriguing encounter. Both teams have their own objectives this season: the hosts are aiming to climb higher in the standings, while the visitors are fighting for leadership. Shimizu sit mid-table but have been inconsistent, which could play into their opponent's hands. Meanwhile, Kashima display confident performances, currently holding second place and striving to catch the leaders. This match promises to be eventful, considering the attacking capabilities of both sides.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between these teams took place on 17 May 2025 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match's statistics (Kashima Antlers were the home side):
- possession percentage: 45% vs 55%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 4;
- fouls: 9 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 0.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Shimizu S-Pulse and Kashima Antlers:
- 43 matches played;
- home wins - 9, away wins - 29, draws - 5;
- goals scored - 45 for Shimizu, 81 for Kashima;
- average first half total - 1.26, second half - 1.67;
- average total goals per match - 2.93.
Head-to-head statistics Shimizu - Kashima Antlers

Shimizu S Pulse Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the J1 League, featuring Avispa Fukuoka at home against Shimizu S-Pulse. The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the game statistics (Shimizu S-Pulse vs Avispa Fukuoka):
- possession: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 6;
- fouls: 9 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 1 vs 6.
Shimizu S-Pulse sit 13th in the league standings after 27 matches. The team struggles with scoring, averaging just 1.11 goals per game. Over their last ten outings, they have managed only two wins, alongside four losses and four draws. S-Pulse typically adopt a defensive approach, yet their average of 1.3 goals conceded per match highlights issues at the back. Their most recent clash with Kashima ended in a narrow 0-1 defeat, underscoring the challenge posed by their current opponent.
Match Results: Shimizu S Pulse

Kashima Antlers Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Cup, where the hosts were Machida Zelvia and the visitors were Kashima Antlers. The match ended with a 3-0 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia):
- possession percentage: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 3;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 1 vs 6.
Kashima Antlers sit in second place and showcase consistent form with five wins and one draw in their last ten matches. The team's attacking prowess is evident with an average of 1.48 goals per game, although they also concede frequently, averaging 1.6 goals against. On the road, the club often struggles to capitalize on their chances, scoring fewer than 1.5 goals in most cases. Nevertheless, their solid play keeps them as favorites heading into this matchup.
Match Results: Kashima Antlers
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 43;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 29, draws - 5.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Kashima Antlers
- matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- wins: 8 vs 16;
- win percentage: 30% vs 59%;
- losses: 11 vs 8;
- draws: 8 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 5;
- losses: 4 vs 4;
- draws: 4 vs 1.
- Shimizu S Pulse have not won in 18 of last 19 games against Kashima Antlers.
- Shimizu S Pulse have not won in 14 of last 15 games against Kashima Antlers (J1 League).
- Shimizu S Pulse have not won in last 9 home games against Kashima Antlers.
- Shimizu S Pulse have not won in last 6 home games against Kashima Antlers (J1 League).
- Shimizu S Pulse have not won in 8 of last 9 games (J1 League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.05, the guests - 1.88;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.93;
- both teams scored: overall - 24; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Kashima Antlers
- average total in the tournament: 2.41 vs 2.44;
- average total goals scored: 1.11 vs 1.48;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.44 vs 0.7;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.67 vs 0.78;
- Shimizu S Pulse: average total at home in the tournament - 1.46;
- Kashima Antlers: average total away in the tournament - 1.23;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.5 (home - 0.75) vs 1.5 (away - 1).
- Shimizu S Pulse have scored under 1.5 goals in 12 of last 13 games against Kashima Antlers (J1 League).
- Shimizu S Pulse have scored under 1.5 goals in last 6 games against Kashima Antlers.
- Shimizu S Pulse have scored under 1.5 goals in last 5 home games against Kashima Antlers (J1 League).
- Shimizu S Pulse have scored under 1.5 goals in 9 of last 10 games.
- Shimizu S Pulse have scored under 1.5 goals in 7 of last 8 games (J1 League).
Prediction on corners
Shimizu S Pulse: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.15; at home field - 4.85;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 5.25.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.48, away - 5.15;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; away - 4.2.
- Shimizu S Pulse have taken under 5.5 corners in 6 of last 7 games against Kashima Antlers.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.46 (1.23 for home team and 1.23 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.15 (1.1 for home team and 1.05 for away team).
Shimizu S Pulse: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.15; at home - 1.31;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.6; at home - 1.75.
Kashima Antlers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.33, away - 1.31;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.4; away - 1.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 43;
- both teams scored all-time - 24 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
Statistics: Shimizu S Pulse vs Kashima Antlers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 12 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for Shimizu S Pulse at home - 7 (54%);
- number of BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 6 (46%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 2 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Shimizu S Pulse at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for Kashima Antlers away - 3 (60%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of the teams and their statistical metrics, we can anticipate a tense match with both sides having equal chances for success. However, a pivotal factor could be the attacking prowess of Kashima Antlers and the weak defense of Shimizu S-Pulse. This makes betting on the visitors' victory a logical strategy for this encounter, especially taking into account their head-to-head record and tournament motivation. One team is mid-table, while the other is still in the title race. Our pick - Kashima Antlers to win.