Kashima AntlersPositive45%
Kashima Antlers are currently experiencing a period of success with a 60% win rate (6 wins, 1 draw, 3 losses in their last 10 matches), showing a significant level of consistency in their performance.
Impressive attacking strength is demonstrated through 24 goals (an average of 2.4 goals per game), including the devastating 7-1 victory over Newcastle Jets and a 3-0 win against Atletico Suzuka, proving their superior scoring ability.
Proactive attacking style and good game control, demonstrated by an average of 3.8 corners per game, particularly outstanding in the victory against Atletico Suzuka (9 corners)
Neutral30%
Unstable performance due to a three-game losing streak against strong opponents such as Vissel Kobe, Urawa Red Diamonds, and Mito Hollyhock, but then made a strong breakthrough with four consecutive wins.
A goal conceded rate of 1.2 goals per game (12 goals in 10 matches) shows that the defense has been breached at times, but it is not enough to be classified in the negative group as they still managed to keep 4 clean sheets.
The 4-4-2 tactical formation has remained stable in 5 out of 10 recent matches, but the lack of flexibility in adjusting tactics when facing Kashima Antlers, who play quick counterattacks, is a point that needs consideration.
Negative25%
The defensive capability has many weaknesses, especially in three consecutive losses (2-1, 0-1, 4-2) due to the opponents' proactive play, showing a lack of focus and poor defensive organization.
The high goal conceded rate (12 goals in 10 matches) and only 4 clean sheets reflect the lack of solidity in defense when facing Kashima Antlers' fast counter-attacking style
A streak of three consecutive losses against strong opponents (Vissel Kobe, Urawa Red Diamonds, Mito Hollyhock) indicates a lack of stability in results, affecting the current league position (ranked 6th with 16 points from 9 matches).
High number of yellow cards (16 cards) in the last 10 matches, particularly 3 yellow cards in the match against Tokyo Verdy and 2 yellow cards in the victory against Newcastle Jets, indicating a lack of discipline in some tense matches.
V-Varen NagasakiPositive30%
V-Varen Nagasaki has the ability to secure points against strong opponents like Nagoya Grampus (2-0) and Ehime FC (3-2), demonstrating competitiveness in points against average and weak teams.
V-Varen Nagasaki has key player Thiago Santana who scored 3 goals in 8 matches, the only stable striker in the system, along with contributions from defenders such as Ryosuke Shindo, Hijiri Onaga, Ikki Arai, and Yusei Egawa with strong defensive stats.
Neutral30%
V-Varen Nagasaki is ranked 14th in the Japanese J1 League 2026-2027 season after 9 matches with 9 points, indicating average performance and not enough to compete for a high position.
V-Varen Nagasaki has maintained a stable 3-4-2-1 formation in six consecutive matches, but lacks flexibility when facing fast-paced attacking teams.
Negative40%
V-Varen Nagasaki has experienced an unstable period with a record of 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 matches, indicating inconsistency in their performance.
V-Varen Nagasaki conceded 16 goals (an average of 1.6 goals per game) in 10 matches, with only 2 clean sheets, especially suffering heavy defeats against strong opponents such as FC Tokyo (0-3) and Vissel Kobe (1-3)
V-Varen Nagasaki received 13 yellow cards (an average of 1.3 cards per game), indicating a high rate of fouls, especially in tense matches such as the 1-3 loss against Vissel Kobe and the 2-2 draw with Gamba Osaka
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Kashima Antlers dominate V-Varen Nagasaki thanks to a sharp attacking line, stable playing style, and an unbeaten head-to-head record, while the opponent lacks defensive identity and counter-attacking ability.
Prediction for the match between Kashima Antlers and V-Varen Nagasaki is 2-0.
Expert Prediction:
Kashima Antlers-1.00 @1.87


































