Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Kashima Antlers Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – April 02

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

W D L W W

4th place in J-League Division 1

1-0

02/04/2025 10:00

Kashima Antlers

D D D W W

1st place in J-League Division 1

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Kashima Antlers on April 02, 2025 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Kashima Antlers preview before placing for you.

Hiroshima Sanfrecce are currently 4th with 68 points after 38 matches.
Kashima Antlers sit 1st with 76 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Hiroshima Sanfrecce to win with probability 49%.
Head-to-head history favors Hiroshima Sanfrecce, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Kashima Antlers have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

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Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

10:00

2025-04-02

Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Kashima Antlers - Prediction & Odds

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Kashima Antlers

2025-04-02 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 02/04/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Kashima Antlers	76	38	23	7	8	58	31	27
02 Kashiwa Reysol	75	38	21	12	5	60	34	26
03 Kyoto Sanga	68	38	19	11	8	62	40	22
04 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	68	38	20	8	10	46	28	18
05 Vissel Kobe	64	38	18	10	10	46	33	13
06 Machida Zelvia	60	38	17	9	12	52	38	14
07 Urawa Red Diamonds	59	38	16	11	11	45	39	6
08 Kawasaki Frontale	57	38	15	12	11	67	57	10
09 Gamba Osaka	57	38	17	6	15	53	55	-2
10 Cerezo Osaka	52	38	14	10	14	60	57	3
11 FC Tokyo	50	38	13	11	14	41	48	-7
12 Avispa Fukuoka	48	38	12	12	14	34	38	-4
13 Fagiano Okayama	45	38	12	9	17	34	43	-9
14 Shimizu S-Pulse	44	38	11	11	16	41	51	-10
15 Yokohama Marinos	43	38	12	7	19	46	47	-1
16 Nagoya Grampus	43	38	11	10	17	44	56	-12
17 Tokyo Verdy	43	38	11	10	17	23	41	-18
18 Yokohama FC	35	38	9	8	21	27	45	-18
19 Shonan Bellmare	32	38	8	8	22	36	63	-27
20 Albirex Niigata	24	38	4	12	22	36	67	-31

Head To Head

14/09/2024 09:00

Kashima Antlers

2 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

15/05/2024 10:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

1 - 3

Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

08/07/2023 09:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

1 - 1

Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

01/04/2023 06:00

Kashima Antlers

1 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

06/08/2022 09:00

Kashima Antlers

0 - 2

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

JPN D1

07/05/2022 05:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

3 - 0

Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

50%

Draw

33%

Kashima Antlers

17%

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Last 6 matches

29/03/2025 05:00

Kyoto Sanga 1 - 0 Hiroshima Sanfrecce JPN D1

16/03/2025 05:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 1 Kashiwa Reysol JPN D1

12/03/2025 12:00

Lion City Sailors 1 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce ACL2

05/03/2025 10:00

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 0 - 3 Lion City Sailors ACL2

02/03/2025 05:30

Hiroshima Sanfrecce 1 - 0 Yokohama FC JPN D1

26/02/2025 10:00

Shimizu S-Pulse 1 - 1 Hiroshima Sanfrecce JPN D1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Kashima Antlers

29/03/2025 06:00

Kashima Antlers 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe JPN D1

20/03/2025 05:00

Tochigi City 0 - 1 Kashima Antlers JPN LC

16/03/2025 05:00

Kashima Antlers 1 - 1 Urawa Red Diamonds JPN D1

08/03/2025 07:00

Kashiwa Reysol 1 - 3 Kashima Antlers JPN D1

01/03/2025 05:00

Kashima Antlers 2 - 0 FC Tokyo JPN D1

26/02/2025 10:00

Kashima Antlers 2 - 1 Albirex Niigata JPN D1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Played games

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Kashima Antlers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored

Avg. per game

1.79

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.84

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

14 (74%)5 (26%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

18 (95%)1 (5%)

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Recent matches

Kashima Antlers

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(74%)14 5(26%)

Under /Over

(11%)2 17(89%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(32%)6 13(68%)

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)9 10(53%)

/Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)11 8(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Kashima Antlers

Shots

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Total shots

15.89 avg / game

Blocked

31 total

Avg. 5.17

Kashima Antlers

Total shots

13.11 avg / game

Blocked

47 total

Avg. 4.70

Hiroshima Sanfrecce Pass Kashima Antlers

Total passes

8206

Avg. 432 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

8427

Avg. 444 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

Played games

Kashima Antlers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.37

Clean sheets

0.42

6.26

119

Corners

100

5.26

26.47

503

Throw-ins

471

24.79

1.21

Offsides

1.32

1.79

GK saves

2.26

Hiroshima Sanfrecce

DISCIPLINARY

Kashima Antlers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.84

1.26

0.05

0.00

10.95

208

Fouls

193

10.16

11.11

211

Tackles

188

9.89

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Kashima Antlers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Kashima Antlers on 02 April 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this J-League Division 1 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Hiroshima Sanfrecce vs Kashima Antlers Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Hiroshima Sanfrecce's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Kashima Antlers's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

J-League Division 1 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live J-League Division 1 standings and the J-League Division 1 form table to understand exactly where Hiroshima Sanfrecce and Kashima Antlers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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