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by Ita Emmanuel in Football Predictions
Matchday 26 in the Japan J1 League will see league leaders Kashima Antlers host 10th-placed Avispa Fukuoka at the Kashima Stadium on Saturday. Can the Kashima-based outfit tighten their grip at the top spot with a win against the visitors? Check out our prediction below.
Kashima Antlers are on their way to ending their eight-year wait for the J1 League title. The eight-time champions currently lead the race for the Japanese top-flight title on +1 goal difference over second-placed Kashiwa Reysol.
They are unbeaten in their last four matches, winning three in regulation time. This includes a crucial 1-0 away win over FC Tokyo in their last league fixture. They are also unbeaten in their last three home matches, winning two in regulation time.
Avispa Fukuoka eased to a comprehensive victory in a seven-goal thriller in their last match, defeating nine-man Kawasaki Frontale 5-2 away. This result ended their three-match winless run and extended their unbeaten streak on the road in regulation time to three matches.
However, they have struggled in their recent league matches, going winless in three of their last four fixtures. They are also winless in their last three encounters with Kashima Antlers. Can they overturn this recent misfortune against the league title hopefuls on Saturday?
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The Best Betting Odds for Kashima Antlers v Avispa Fukuoka Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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2.15 | 3.1 | 3.6 |
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2.05 | 3 | 3.5 |
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2.1 | 3.1 | 3.4 |
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2.15 | 3.1 | 3.4 |
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2.12 | 3.25 | 3.4 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Kashima Antlers and Avispa Fukuoka?
Our prediction for the Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka match is: Kashima Antlers win or draw + under 3.5 goals.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 16/08/2025 between Kashima Antlers and Avispa Fukuoka in J.League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 51.44% for a win of Kashima Antlers against Avispa Fukuoka with odds of 2.16 at Betwinner.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka is 23.28% with odds of 3.72 at Melbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 25.28% chance ⭐ for a win of Avispa Fukuoka vs Kashima Antlers with odds of 4.84 at Melbet.
Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka Form
Kashima Antlers and Avispa Fukuoka's standings in the J.League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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47 | 25 | 15 | 2 | 8 | 13 |
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10
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35 | 25 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 1 |
Kashima Antlers and Avispa Fukuoka Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
10 Aug 2025 - J.League
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
20 Jul 2025 - J.League
16 Jul 2025 - Emperor's Cup
5 Jul 2025 - J.League
28 Jun 2025 - J.League
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
20 Jul 2025 - J.League
16 Jul 2025 - Emperor's Cup
28 Jun 2025 - J.League
14 Jun 2025 - J.League
11 Jun 2025 - Emperor's Cup
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
10 Aug 2025 - J.League
5 Jul 2025 - J.League
21 Jun 2025 - J.League
31 May 2025 - J.League
24 May 2025 - J.League
5 May 2025 - J.League
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Aug 2025 - J.League
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
27 Jul 2025 - J.League
21 Jul 2025 - J.League
16 Jul 2025 - Emperor's Cup
28 Jun 2025 - J.League
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
21 Jul 2025 - J.League
16 Jul 2025 - Emperor's Cup
28 Jun 2025 - J.League
21 Jun 2025 - J.League
11 Jun 2025 - Emperor's Cup
4 Jun 2025 - J. League Cup
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Aug 2025 - J.League
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
27 Jul 2025 - J.League
15 Jun 2025 - J.League
7 Jun 2025 - J. League Cup
23 May 2025 - J.League
Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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25 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
5 May 2025 - J.League
18 Oct 2024 - J.League
3 Apr 2024 - J.League
Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 3 - 4 - 2 - 1
Most goals and assists
Kashima Antlers
Avispa Fukuoka
Leo Ceara
(14 Goals)
T. Miki
(4 Goals)
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T. Ando
(4 Goals)
K. Anzai
(4 Assists)
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Y. Suzuki
(4 Assists)
S. Nago
(3 Assists)
Kashima Antlers - Avispa Fukuoka Key Points
- Kashima Antlers are unbeaten in their last four matches, winning three in regulation time.
- Kashima Antlers have won or drawn nine of their last 10 home matches, seven of which ended with under 3.5 goals.
- Avispa Fukuoka have failed to win three of their last four matches.
- Avispa Fukuoka are winless in their last three matches against Kashima Antlers.
- 13 of Avispa Fukuoka’s last 14 encounters with Kashima Antlers have ended with under 3.5 goals.
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Our Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka Prediction
Kashima Antlers have been impressive lately. They boast an impressive 7-2-1 home record in their 10 matches, most of which ended with under 3.5 goals. Avispa Fukuoka are the underdogs heading into this match, but are not likely to give in without a fight. They are unbeaten in their last three away fixtures in regulation time.
However, Kim Myung-hwi's side have struggled against Kashima Antlers, and most of their recent encounters with the Kashima-based side have ended with under 3.5 goals. Hence, our Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka prediction is Kashima Antlers win or draw + under 3.5 goals.
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