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Vissel Kobe welcome Kashima Antlers to the Noevir Stadium for a J1 League round 21 fixture on Sunday (June 30). The hosts are coming off a goalless draw with Machida Zelvia at the same venue in midweek.
The Antlers, meanwhile, also shared the spoils in their previous outing, in a goalless home draw with Gamba Osaka. That has left Ranko Popović's side in second spot in the table, having garnered 38 points from 20 games, while Vissel are fourth with 34 points.
Vissel Kobe vs Kashima Antlers Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Kashima have 36 wins from their last 63 head-to-head games with Vissel, who have won 17.
- Their most recent clash in May saw Kashima claim a 1-0 home win in the reverse fixture.
- Four of the Antlers' last five games across competitions have had goals at both ends.
- Eight of Kobe's last nine competitive games have produced less than three goals.
- Vissel have the second-best home defensive record in the league, with eight goals conceded in 10 games.
- Six of the Antlers' last seven away games across competitions have produced at least three goals.
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Vissel Kobe vs Kashima Antlers Prediction
Vissel are four points off the summit, so a win will keep them in the hunt for the title. Takayuki Yoshida's side are the defending champions, claiming their maiden crown last season. Their title defence has been solid, so they will be keen to avoid losing ground on the teams ahead of them.
Kashima, meanwhile, are two points off leaders Machida. They are seeking a ninth league title but first since 2016. Four of their last five games across competitions have seen both sides score.
The high stakes involved could see both sides go all out for the win. However, they will also be wary of dropping points to a title rival. The Antlers have drawn their last three league games, so expect this trend to continue in a low-scoring stalemate.
Prediction: Vissel 1-1 Kashima
Vissel Kobe vs Kashima Antlers Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: Draw
Tip 2 - Both teams to score
Tip 3 - Over 1.5 goals
Tip 4 - Vissel Kobe to win to nil: No
