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by Ita Emmanuel | in Football Predictions
13th-placed Shimizu S-Pulse host third-placed Kashima Antlers in this J1 League matchday 28 fixture on Sunday. Can the second division champions end their enduring winless run against Kashima Antlers? Let's dive into our prediction for the match.
Shimizu S-Pulse risk being dragged into the relegation battle after settling for a goalless draw against Avispa Fukuoka in their last match. They dropped to 13th in the standings with 32 points, seven points above the relegation zone following the stalemate.
Notably, this result extended their winless run in competitive fixtures to four matches overall and three in the league. They have also lost two of their last three home matches and will aim to return to winning ways to strengthen their bid to survive the drop.
Kashima Antlers have their J1 League title hopes on the line heading into this match. Toru Oniki's side could open a three-point gap at the top with a win on Sunday. They lost 3-0 to Machida in the Emperor's Cup quarter-final midweek, but have won three of their last four league matches.
They have also won all of their six recent encounters with Shimizu S-Pulse, including their last two away league matches. Hence, our prediction for the match.
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The Best Betting Odds for Shimizu S-Pulse v Kashima Antlers Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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2.85 | 3.4 | 2.3 |
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2.88 | 3.1 | 2.3 |
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2.9 | 3.25 | 2.3 |
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2.8 | 3.25 | 2.4 |
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2.85 | 3.6 | 2.23 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Shimizu S-Pulse and Kashima Antlers?
Our prediction for the Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers match is: Kashima Antlers win.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 31/08/2025 between Shimizu S-Pulse and Kashima Antlers in J.League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 36.66% for a win of Shimizu S-Pulse against Kashima Antlers with odds of 2.97 at Melbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers is 15.42% with odds of 3.6 at Unibet.
- Our prediction model gives a 47.92% chance ⭐ for a win of Kashima Antlers vs Shimizu S-Pulse with odds of 2.4 at Betway.
Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers Form
Shimizu S-Pulse and Kashima Antlers's standings in the J.League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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2
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51 | 27 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 14 |
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13
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32 | 27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | -5 |
Shimizu S-Pulse and Kashima Antlers Last Matches
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
23 Aug 2025 - J.League
16 Aug 2025 - J.League
10 Aug 2025 - J.League
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
20 Jul 2025 - J.League
16 Jul 2025 - Emperor's Cup
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
16 Aug 2025 - J.League
20 Jul 2025 - J.League
28 Jun 2025 - J.League
15 Jun 2025 - J.League
11 Jun 2025 - Emperor's Cup
25 May 2025 - J.League
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
23 Aug 2025 - J.League
10 Aug 2025 - J.League
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
16 Jul 2025 - Emperor's Cup
5 Jul 2025 - J.League
21 Jun 2025 - J.League
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
27 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
23 Aug 2025 - J.League
16 Aug 2025 - J.League
10 Aug 2025 - J.League
6 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
20 Jul 2025 - J.League
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
16 Aug 2025 - J.League
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
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
27 Aug 2025 - Emperor's Cup
23 Aug 2025 - J.League
10 Aug 2025 - J.League
5 Jul 2025 - J.League
21 Jun 2025 - J.League
31 May 2025 - J.League
Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
17 May 2025 - J.League
Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers last Lineups
Formation : 3 - 4 - 2 - 1
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Most goals and assists
Shimizu S-Pulse
Kashima Antlers
K. Kitagawa
(9 Goals)
Leo Ceara
(15 Goals)
K. Matsuzaki
(3 Assists)
K. Anzai
(4 Assists)
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Y. Suzuki
(4 Assists)
Shimizu S-Pulse - Kashima Antlers Key Points
- Shimizu S-Pulse are winless in their last four competitive matches, including their three most recent league fixtures.
- Shimizu S-Pulse have lost two of their last three league matches at home.
- Kashima Antlers have won three of their last four league matches.
- Kashima Antlers have won their last two league matches on the road.
- Kashima Antlers have won all of their last six encounters with Shimizu S-Pulse.
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Our Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers Prediction
This match offers Shimizu S-Pulse another chance to end their winless run. However, despite playing at home, Tadahiro Akiba's side are not likely to get a result given their recent underwhelming performances compared to Kashima Antlers.
Meanwhile, Kashima Antlers have also struggled lately, but their improved league performances are worth noting. They have won three of their last four league matches and dominated Shimizu S-Pulse in their recent meetings. They also won their last two away matches. Hence, our Shimizu S-Pulse vs Kashima Antlers prediction is Kashima Antlers win.
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