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Kashima

KAS

日本語

Form: LWWWW

Squad Size 27

City Kashima

Stadium Kashima Soccer Stadium

Founded 1991

Kashima occupy 2nd with 23 points, in superb shape. Their LWWWW record across recent fixtures reflects a team finding rhythm and confidence. Title challenges demand more than good numbers - they require mental fortitude when margins disappear. The squad features G. Shibasaki (ARCHITECT), T. Hayakawa (SHOT STOPPER), and Y. Higuchi (GOLD TRAY).

Match Coverage

Kashima results, scores, and our take on recent matches

Date

Match

Score

League

Coverage

Kashima dominated possession but needed an 84th-minute winner from Ueda to sink a stubborn Chiba. A massive late twist keeps them hot in the title race! #J1League #Kashima #JEFUnited

Ueda's Late Strike Rescues Kashima in Mercari Stadium Thriller Kashima's relentless possession finally paid off as a late winner kept their title ambitions burning brightly against a resilient JEF United Chiba side. Fast Start, Lingering Dominance Kashima asserted their authority immediately, dominating the Intensity with a staggering 66% possession to...

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Kashima's masterclass at the National Olympic Stadium! An early Suzuki strike set the tone before Cavric sealed a 3-0 statement win to shake up the title race. #J1League #Kashima

Ruthless Kashima Dismantle Machida at the National Olympic Stadium Kashima delivered a ruthlessly efficient statement in this top-of-the-table clash, seizing vital momentum in the title race with a dominant away performance. Early Authority Established At the National Olympic Stadium, the Stakes were astronomical for this J1 League top-three collision, but...

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A tense tactical battle at Mercari Stadium is finally broken! Leo Ceara's 79th-minute strike keeps Kashima's title push alive and condemns Kawasaki to a painful defeat. #J1League #Kashima #Frontale

Late Ceara Strike Keeps Kashima in the Title Hunt A cagey affair built on stubborn defending was ultimately decided by a single moment of attacking clarity late in the second half. The Stalemate The Intensity was off the charts — a relentless tempo defined the opening exchanges at Mercari Stadium....

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Kashima solidify their title credentials with a ruthless 2-0 victory over Tokyo Verdy. Yuma Suzuki’s first-half double proved the difference as the hosts dominated. #J1League #Kashima #TokyoVerdy

Suzuki Masterclass Secures Crucial Points for Title Chasers A commanding first-half performance from their talisman was all it took for Kashima to secure vital points and reinforce their league standing. Establishing Authority Mercari Stadium witnessed an immediate display of intent as the hosts looked to impose their will. While they...

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Kashima grabbed the points, but Yokohama's wasted chances will haunt them. A late Léo Ceará winner keeps Kashima flying high in the J1 League title race! #J1League #KashimaAntlers #FMarinos

Kashima Punish Wasteful Yokohama to Keep Title Charge Alive Kashima dominated the ball but needed a late smash-and-grab to punish a wasteful Yokohama side and secure three massive points. A Tale of Two Gameplans The match showcased a stark tactical contrast from the opening exchanges. Kashima dominated possession early on,...

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Season Statistics

Full league record with goals, form, and recent streaks

J1 League 2nd Place

Form

LWWWWWWWL

Record

Pts21

Win%78%

Goals

Scored16

Conceded7

Diff +9

Avg/G1.8

Conc/G0.8

Defense & Discipline

Clean Sheets5

Failed to Score0

Pens Scored3

Pens Missed0

Best Streaks

7 Win Streak

1 Loss Streak

League Standings

Full J1 League table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos	Team	P	Pts	GF	GA	GD
1	FC Tokyo	11	23	19	10	+9
1	Vissel Kobe	11	25	23	12	+11
2	Kashima	9	23	16	7	+9
2	Kyoto Sanga	10	17	17	12	+5
3	Machida Zelvia	11	22	17	16	+1
3	Gamba Osaka	10	17	16	14	+2
4	Kawasaki Frontale	9	14	16	17	-1
4	Shimizu S-pulse	11	17	15	14	+1
5	Tokyo Verdy	9	13	14	14	0
5	Nagoya Grampus	10	16	17	15	+2
6	Mito Hollyhock	10	12	13	19	-6
6	Cerezo Osaka	10	14	10	11	-1
7	Kashiwa Reysol	10	11	15	14	+1
7	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	10	13	15	14	+1
8	Urawa	9	11	13	13	0
8	V-varen Nagasaki	10	12	10	15	-5
9	Yokohama F. Marinos	10	9	13	18	-5
9	Avispa Fukuoka	10	11	10	17	-7
10	JEF United Chiba	10	9	10	18	-8
10	Fagiano Okayama	10	11	11	20	-9

P: 11 GD: +9

P: 11 GD: +11

P: 9 GD: +9

P: 10 GD: +5

P: 11 GD: +1

P: 10 GD: +2

P: 9 GD: -1

P: 11 GD: +1

P: 9 GD: 0

P: 10 GD: +2

P: 10 GD: -6

P: 10 GD: -1

P: 10 GD: +1

P: 9 GD: 0

P: 10 GD: -5

P: 10 GD: -7

P: 10 GD: -8

P: 10 GD: -9

Match History

Recent results and upcoming fixtures with scores and standings

Date	Opponent	Result	Competition	FutMetrix	H/A
Apr 04, 2026	Mito Hollyhock	D 1-1 (PEN 2-4)	J1 League	64	A
Mar 22, 2026	JEF United Chiba	W 2-1	J1 League	44	H
Mar 18, 2026	Machida Zelvia	W 3-0	J1 League	40	A
Mar 14, 2026	Kawasaki Frontale	W 1-0	J1 League	16	H
Mar 07, 2026	Tokyo Verdy	W 2-0	J1 League	38	H
Feb 28, 2026	Urawa	W 3-2	J1 League	96	A
Feb 21, 2026	Kashiwa Reysol	W 2-0	J1 League	19	H
Feb 14, 2026	Yokohama F. Marinos	W 1-0	J1 League	13	H
Feb 07, 2026	FC Tokyo	D 1-1 (PEN 4-5)	J1 League	43	A

Date	Opponent	Pos	Form	Venue	Competition	FutMetrix
Apr 12, 2026	Kawasaki Frontale	4	WLLWL	Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium	J1 League	100
Apr 18, 2026	Urawa	8	LLLLW	Mercari Stadium	J1 League	70
Apr 24, 2026	Kashiwa Reysol	7	LWWWL	Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium	J1 League	72
Apr 29, 2026	Tokyo Verdy	5	LWLWL	Ajinomoto Stadium	J1 League	71
May 03, 2026	Machida Zelvia	3	WWLWW	Mercari Stadium	J1 League	77
May 06, 2026	Mito Hollyhock	6	WWLWL	Mercari Stadium	J1 League	70
May 10, 2026	Yokohama F. Marinos	9	LLWLW	Nissan Stadium	J1 League	72
May 17, 2026	JEF United Chiba	10	LWLLL	Fukuda Denshi Arena	J1 League	70
May 23, 2026	FC Tokyo	1	WLWLW	Mercari Stadium	J1 League	76