Urawa Red Diamonds vs Kashima Antlers predictions, Feb 28, 2026

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As Urawa Red Diamonds prepare to host Kashima Antlers on February 28, 2026, fans can anticipate a competitive clash in the Japan J1 League. Both sides come into the match with a solid run of form, having each secured victories in two of their last three matches.

Urawa Red Diamonds have displayed resilience, capitalizing on their home advantage and showcasing a strong defensive setup. Their recent performances indicate a balanced approach, combining solid defending with strategic counter-attacks that have often caught opponents off guard. Meanwhile, Kashima Antlers, known for their dynamic offensive play, have also managed to adapt effectively, emphasizing high pressing and quick transitions, which have proven effective in breaking down defensive units.

Bookmakers currently favor Kashima Antlers slightly with odds of 2.42 for an away win, compared to 2.85 for Urawa Red Diamonds at home. This reflects both teams’ recent form but suggests potential volatility given the home-ground advantage Urawa holds. As both clubs aim to solidify their standings in the league, spectators can expect an intriguing battle that might hinge on tactical executions and individual brilliance rather than any guaranteed outcomes.

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Urawa 32.6%

Draw 28.4%

Kashima 39%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Japan J1 League Kashima Antlers: 18.43% Urawa Reds: 3.61%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.88	3.3	2.35
	2.87	3.28	2.41
	2.8	3.1	2.4
	2.85	3.41	2.42

Latest Results

21.02.26 Yokohama F. Marinos – Urawa Red Diamonds – 0:2 14.02.26 FC Tokyo – Urawa Red Diamonds – 2:1 penalties 06.02.26 JEF United Chiba – Urawa Red Diamonds – 0:2 06.12.25 Urawa Red Diamonds – Kawasaki Frontale – 4:0 30.11.25 Fagiano Okayama – Urawa Red Diamonds – 0:1

21.02.26 Kashima Antlers – Kashiwa Reysol – 2:0 14.02.26 Kashima Antlers – Yokohama F. Marinos – 1:0 06.02.26 FC Tokyo – Kashima Antlers – 2:1 penalties 06.12.25 Kashima Antlers – Yokohama F. Marinos – 2:1 30.11.25 Tokyo Verdy – Kashima Antlers – 0:1

Facts

A great opportunity to watch a clash of neighbouring teams in the table (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 5th place) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ J1 League (Placement Play Offs: 7th place))

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Urawa won 0.

The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Urawa won 4 matches, drew 9 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 18:23. (average 0.9:1.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Urawa won 4 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 13:10. (average 1.3:1).

Latest Head To Head

20.09.25 Urawa Red Diamonds – Kashima Antlers – 0:1 16.03.25 Kashima Antlers – Urawa Red Diamonds – 1:1 17.08.24 Kashima Antlers – Urawa Red Diamonds – 0:0 22.06.24 Urawa Red Diamonds – Kashima Antlers – 2:2 28.10.23 Kashima Antlers – Urawa Red Diamonds – 0:0

Standings

2026

East

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

West

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

Japan J1 League Outrights

1. Kashima Antlers: 4.5 (18.43%)

2. Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 5 (16.59%)

3. Vissel Kobe: 7.5 (11.06%)

4. Kashiwa Reysol: 8 (10.37%)

5. Kyoto: 8 (10.37%)

6. Machida Zelvia: 10 (8.3%)

7. Kawasaki Frontale: 12 (6.91%)

8. Urawa Reds: 23 (3.61%)

9. Gamba Osaka: 26 (3.19%)

10. FC Tokyo: 26 (3.19%)

11. Cerezo Osaka: 34 (2.44%)

12. Yokohama F. Marinos: 51 (1.63%)

13. Verdy: 81 (1.02%)

14. Nagoya Grampus: 101 (0.82%)

15. Mito: 201 (0.41%)

16. Avispa Fukuoka: 251 (0.33%)

17. Okayama: 251 (0.33%)

18. Chiba: 251 (0.33%)

19. Shimizu S-Pulse: 251 (0.33%)

20. V-Varen Nagasaki: 251 (0.33%)

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