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Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers predictions, Mar 18, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

Japan J1 League, on Wednesday,

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As Machida Zelvia prepares to host Kashima Antlers on March 18, 2026, in the Japan J1 League, both teams arrive with contrasting recent form that sets the stage for an intriguing matchup.

Machida Zelvia comes into this encounter with a solid record, having secured wins in three of their last five matches. Their tactical approach has emphasized control in midfield while utilizing quick transitions to exploit defensive lapses from opponents. This adaptability has been a key factor in their recent successes at home.

On the other hand, Kashima Antlers are in exceptional form, boasting a perfect record with five consecutive wins. Their dynamic attacking play and strong defensive organization make them a formidable opponent. They have demonstrated an ability to maintain possession and effectively counterattack, aspects that could challenge Machida’s defensive setup.

Bookmakers favor Machida at odds of 2.17, reflecting a slight home advantage, while the away odds for Kashima stand at 3.33. Our predictive model assigns a 48.2% probability to a home victory, a 31.1% chance of a draw, and a 25.7% likelihood of an away win. With both teams displaying strengths, fans can expect a match that could go in either direction, making it essential for both sides to capitalize on their opportunities.

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Machida Zelvia
42.9%		 Draw
28.6%		 Kashima
28.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Japan J1 League Kashima Antlers: 22.85%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.19 3.35 3.38
2.2 3.15 3.15
2.16 3.32 3.31
2.15 3.1 3.25
2.17 3.37 3.33

Latest Results

14.03.26 Kashiwa Reysol – Machida Zelvia – 0:1
10.03.26 Machida Zelvia – Gangwon FC – 1:0
03.03.26 Gangwon FC – Machida Zelvia – 0:0
27.02.26 Machida Zelvia – JEF United Chiba – 2:1
21.02.26 Tokyo Verdy – Machida Zelvia – 3:2 penalties		 14.03.26 Kashima Antlers – Kawasaki Frontale – 1:0
07.03.26 Kashima Antlers – Tokyo Verdy – 2:0
28.02.26 Urawa Red Diamonds – Kashima Antlers – 2:3
21.02.26 Kashima Antlers – Kashiwa Reysol – 2:0
14.02.26 Kashima Antlers – Yokohama F. Marinos – 1:0

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 5th place) and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Machida Zelvia won 3.
  • Machida Zelvia is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Kashima is in superb shape, having picked up a string of victories recently (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Recently, Kashima has had a series of home games.
  • Machida Zelvia will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Machida Zelvia won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 10:10. (average 1.4:1.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Machida Zelvia won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 8:1. (average 2:0.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    27.08.25 Machida Zelvia – Kashima Antlers – 3:0
    21.06.25 Machida Zelvia – Kashima Antlers – 2:1
    03.05.25 Kashima Antlers – Machida Zelvia – 1:0
    08.12.24 Kashima Antlers – Machida Zelvia – 3:1
    22.05.24 Machida Zelvia – Kashima Antlers – 2:0

    Standings

    2026

    East

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Kashima Antlers 6 5 0 1 0 10:4 16
    2 FC Tokyo 6 2 3 0 1 11:6 12
    3 Machida 5 3 1 1 0 11:8 12
    4 Urawa Reds 5 3 0 1 1 9:5 10
    5 Verdy 5 2 1 0 2 10:9 8
    6 Kawasaki Frontale 5 1 2 0 2 10:8 7
    7 Yokohama F. Marinos 6 2 0 0 4 7:11 6
    8 Mito 6 0 1 3 2 8:14 5
    9 Chiba 6 1 0 2 3 4:10 5
    10 Kashiwa Reysol 6 1 0 0 5 7:12 3

    West

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Vissel Kobe 5 3 1 0 1 9:3 11
    2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 5 3 1 0 1 10:5 11
    3 Gamba Osaka 6 2 2 1 1 9:8 11
    4 Kyoto 6 2 1 1 2 8:7 9
    5 Cerezo Osaka 6 2 1 1 2 6:5 9
    6 Nagoya Grampus 6 2 1 1 2 9:9 9
    7 Okayama 6 1 1 3 1 7:9 8
    8 Shimizu S-Pulse 6 1 1 3 1 6:8 8
    9 V-Varen Nagasaki 5 2 0 0 3 7:9 6
    10 Avispa Fukuoka 5 0 1 0 4 4:12 2

    Japan J1 League Outrights

    1. Kashima Antlers: 3.5 (22.85%)

    2. Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 4.5 (17.78%)

    3. Vissel Kobe: 6 (13.33%)

    4. Kyoto: 7 (11.43%)

    5. Kashiwa Reysol: 13 (6.15%)

    6. Machida Zelvia: 15 (5.33%)

    7. FC Tokyo: 15 (5.33%)

    8. Kawasaki Frontale: 17 (4.71%)

    9. Gamba Osaka: 21 (3.81%)

    10. Urawa Reds: 26 (3.08%)

    11. Nagoya Grampus: 51 (1.57%)

    12. Cerezo Osaka: 67 (1.19%)

    13. Verdy: 81 (0.99%)

    14. Okayama: 126 (0.63%)

    15. Yokohama F. Marinos: 201 (0.4%)

    16. Shimizu S-Pulse: 201 (0.4%)

    17. V-Varen Nagasaki: 201 (0.4%)

    18. Mito: 301 (0.27%)

    19. Chiba: 401 (0.2%)

    20. Avispa Fukuoka: 501 (0.16%)

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