Our Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers Prediction: 1-1
Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers in the Japan J-League is scheduled for an 10:30 GMT kick-off on Wednesday March 18, 2026. We predict a tightly contested 1-1 draw, with both teams getting on the scoresheet, making BTTS a strong betting option.
This Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Machida Zelvia's Last Match – Machida Zelvia vs Gangwon FC
Machida Zelvia will aim to maintain their momentum following a 1-0 AFC Champions League Elite triumph against Gangwon FC on March 10. In that match, Machida Zelvia controlled 38% of possession and managed 6 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Machida Zelvia | 38% | 6 (4) | 0.5 | 22 |
 Gangwon FC | 62% | 8 (4) | 0.74 | 56 |
Kashima Antlers's Last Match – Kashima Antlers vs Tokyo Verdy
Kashima Antlers will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 2-0 Japan J-League victory over Tokyo Verdy on March 7. In that match, Kashima Antlers recorded 54% possession, attempting 8 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kashima Antlers | 54% | 8 (5) | 1.43 | 37 |
 Tokyo Verdy | 46% | 2 (1) | 0.09 | 34 |
Machida Zelvia vs Kashima Antlers Stats
Key Stats
| Machida Zelvia | Kashima Antlers | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.23 | Attacking Strength | 1.29 |
| 0.6 | Defence Strength | 0.43 |
| 2.1 | Points Per Game | 2.4 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 7/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Machida Zelvia are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Kashima Antlers average 1.5 scored and 0.6 conceded per game.