Cerezo Osaka vs Kashima Antlers Prediction, Lineups & Odds

We Think Under 2.5 Goals is the Value Bet

Cerezo Osaka and Kashima Antlers could fall short of the three-goal mark and that leads us to back Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. We’ll gladly snap up the 1.85 when it comes to a low-scoring contest.

7 Antlers Wins in Previous 10 H2H Encounters

Cerezo Osaka were defeated on the road in their last game. Sanfrecce Hiroshima won 2-1 at EDION Stadium Hiroshima. The Cherry Blossoms recorded two shots on target and had 51% possession, while Lucas Fernandes registered the goal.

Kashima Antlers have lost in back-to-back outings. In a recent home game at Kashima Soccer Stadium, they were turned over 4-3 by Kyoto Sanga. Toru Oniki's men enjoyed 56% possession and recorded six shots on goal, with Leo finding the net twice and Shu Morooka scoring one.

Antlers have not lost any of the past ten games against Cerezo. Their last clash saw Antlers enjoy a 2-0 away win at Yodoko Sakura Stadium. The previous 10 H2H games have featured seven Antlers victories and three draws.

J1 League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Kashima Antlers	14	9	1	4	23	11	12	23:11	28
15	Cerezo Osaka	14	4	4	6	20	21	-1	20:21	16

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Cerezo have 2 wins, 5 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 9.5 attempts. Arthur Papas' team have averaged 54.1% possession and 5.4 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.8 goals from 4.4 shots on goal, 10.2 attempts and 5.7 corners.

Top scorer Sota Kitano has found the net 4 times, with Rafael Ratao and Motohiko Nakajima getting 3 and 2 respectively. Lucas Fernandes is the leading assists maker with 3.

Antlers have 6 victories, 3 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 5.0 shots on goal, 9.4 attempts and 1.9 goals. The Deer Island club average 48.9% possession, 6.3 corners awarded and 5.8 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 8.8 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal.

Leo has top scored with 8 goals, while Yuma Suzuki and Shu Morooka are next on 4 and 3. Koki Anzai has managed to clock up 3 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Cerezo Osaka confirmed lineup (4-1-2-3): Koki Fukui (GK), Hayato Okuda, Ryosuke Shindo, Ryuya Nishio, Kyohei Noborizato, Shunta Tanaka, Sota Kitano, Motohiko Nakajima, Lucas Fernandes, Rafael Ratao, Thiago.

Kashima Antlers confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Tomoki Hayakawa (GK), Keisuke Tsukui, Naomichi Ueda, Ikuma Sekigawa, Koki Anzai, Shu Morooka, Yuta Higuchi, Gaku Shibasaki, Yuta Matsumura, Leo, Yuma Suzuki.

Expert J1 League Analysis

Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.

Key Cerezo Osaka vs Kashima Antlers league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Cerezo games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Cerezo games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Antlers games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 games between these teams.

Cerezo Osaka vs Kashima Antlers Prediction

The stage is set for a low-scoring J1 League clash. As a result, we will wager on Under 2.5 which can be taken at attractive odds of 1.85, with defences likely to nullify the attacking players.

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Under 2.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. However, our tipsters research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

Our Pick

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Correct Score Prediction

Cerezo 0 - 1 Antlers

There could be merit in backing Antlers to win 1-0. Odds of 9.00 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.

Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners 1.67

Each of the past six Kashima Antlers games have involved the 9.5 Total Corners line being covered, with the previous four Cerezo Osaka home matches having the same outcome. We think it’s possible that the teams will cover the Total Corners line and odds of 1.67 can be landed.

Corner Stats

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Cerezo

Total

11.10 5.40 5.70

Home

11.70 7.40 4.30

Away

9.40 4.30 5.10

Antlers

Total

12.10 6.30 5.80

Home

9.70 5.20 4.50

Away

10.50 5.20 5.30

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

1.67

Under 9.5

2.10

Cerezo Corners

Over 5.5

2.10

Under 5.5

1.67

Antlers Corners

Over 4.5

1.83

Under 4.5

1.83

Most Corners

1

1.92

X

6.75

2

2.07

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Cerezo Osaka vs Kashima Antlers Odds

The latest betting odds are available for this J1 League game and you can get 2.25 that Cerezo Osaka win and 3.00 that Kashima Antlers triumph. Those wanting to back the draw with the bookies can get 3.60.

Bet on Over 2.5 Goals or Under 2.5 Goals at similar odds right now. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at 1.70

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Full Time Result

1

2.25

X

3.60

2

3.00

Half Time Result

1

3.10

X

2.20

2

3.25

Double Chance

1X

1.44

12

1.29

X2

1.50

Draw No Bet

1

1.80

2

1.91

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp 0.0

1.85

2 Hcp 0.0

2.00

Total Goals

Under 2.5

1.95

Over 2.5

1.85

Both Teams to Score

Yes

1.70

No

2.05

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