Kashima Antlers vs Avispa Fukuoka - J-League
Fixture Preview - 16 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Kashima Antlers host Avispa Fukuoka at the Kashima Soccer Stadium on Saturday, 16 August, in what promises to be an intriguing J-League clash. The Antlers have shown a mixed bag of form recently, with three wins and two losses in their last five matches, while Fukuoka have been more consistent, drawing four of their last five encounters. Historically, this fixture has been closely contested, with the last ten meetings resulting in three wins for each side and four draws, indicating a balanced rivalry. One angle to consider is the scoring potential in this match. Both teams have struggled to find the net consistently, as evidenced by the low number of matches featuring over 2.5 goals in their recent head-to-heads. However, with Kashima's home advantage and their need for a win to solidify their position in the league, they may push for a more aggressive approach. The odds for over 2.5 goals at 2.4 suggest that bookmakers are not expecting a high-scoring affair, but given the teams' current form, a cautious yet attacking game could see the goals flow.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Kashima Antlers | 27 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 51 |
| 2 |  Machida Zelvia | 28 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 50 |
| 3 |  Kashiwa Reysol | 27 | 14 | 8 | 5 | 50 |
| 4 |  Vissel Kobe | 28 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 50 |
| 5 |  Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 28 | 15 | 4 | 9 | 49 |
| 6 |  Kyoto Sanga | 26 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 48 |
| 7 |  Urawa Reds | 27 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 44 |
| 8 |  Kawasaki Frontale | 27 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 42 |
| 9 |  Fagiano Okayama | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 39 |
| 10 |  Cerezo Osaka | 27 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 38 |
| 11 |  Avispa Fukuoka | 27 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 37 |
| 12 |  Gamba Osaka | 28 | 11 | 4 | 13 | 37 |
| 13 |  Shimizu S-Pulse | 27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 32 |
| 14 |  Tokyo Verdy | 27 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 31 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 16, 2025 | Kashima Antlers | 1–1 | Avispa Fukuoka | J-League |
| May 6, 2025 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0–1 | Kashima Antlers | J-League |
| October 19, 2024 | Kashima Antlers | 0–0 | Avispa Fukuoka | J-League |
| April 3, 2024 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1–0 | Kashima Antlers | J-League |
| September 30, 2023 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0–0 | Kashima Antlers | J-League |
| March 12, 2023 | Kashima Antlers | 0–0 | Avispa Fukuoka | J-League |
| August 14, 2022 | Kashima Antlers | 2–0 | Avispa Fukuoka | J-League |
| April 6, 2022 | Avispa Fukuoka | 0–1 | Kashima Antlers | J-League |
| September 11, 2021 | Kashima Antlers | 0–3 | Avispa Fukuoka | J-League |
| March 17, 2021 | Avispa Fukuoka | 1–0 | Kashima Antlers | J-League |