Our Kashima Antlers vs V-Varen Nagasaki Prediction: 0-0
Kashima Antlers vs V-Varen Nagasaki in the Japan FA Cup is scheduled for an 11:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday July 16, 2025. A lack of clear-cut chances could result in a goalless 0-0 draw, as both teams focus on defensive stability.
This Kashima Antlers vs V-Varen Nagasaki 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
Kashima Antlers's Last Match – Kawasaki Frontale vs Kashima Antlers
Kashima Antlers will be looking to bounce back after a 1-2 Japan J-League defeat against Kawasaki Frontale on July 5. In that match, Kashima Antlers controlled 39% of possession and managed 7 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Kawasaki Frontale | 61% | 14 (6) | 1.32 | 69 |
Kashima Antlers | 39% | 7 (3) | 1.26 | 30 |
V-Varen Nagasaki's Last Match – Iwaki SC vs V-Varen Nagasaki
V-Varen Nagasaki will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 1-1 Japan J2-League draw with Iwaki SC on July 12. In that match, V-Varen Nagasaki saw 46% of the ball and 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Iwaki SC | 54% | 0 (2) | - | 64 |
V-Varen Nagasaki | 46% | 0 (5) | - | 40 |
Kashima Antlers vs V-Varen Nagasaki Stats
Key Stats
| Kashima Antlers | V-Varen Nagasaki | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.91 | Attacking Strength | 0 |
| 0.96 | Defence Strength | 0 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 2.3 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 7/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Kashima Antlers are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while V-Varen Nagasaki average 1.6 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.