JEF United Ichihara Chiba vs Kashima Antlers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

L L W L L

10th place in East

0-2

17/05/2026 01:00

Kashima Antlers

L D W D W

1st place in East

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for JEF United Ichihara Chiba vs Kashima Antlers on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full JEF United Ichihara Chiba vs Kashima Antlers preview before placing your bet.

JEF United Ichihara Chiba will face Kashima Antlers in J-League Division 1 on May 17, 2026 at 01:00.
JEF United Ichihara Chiba are currently 10th with 12 points after 18 matches.
Kashima Antlers sit 1st with 45 points from 18 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.61.

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

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

01:00

2026-05-17

JEF United Ichihara Chiba vs Kashima Antlers - Prediction & Odds

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

Kashima Antlers

2026-05-17 01:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

East	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Kashima Antlers	45	18	13	4	1	29	9	20
02 FC Tokyo	37	18	9	6	3	28	16	12
03 Machida Zelvia	37	18	8	8	2	23	19	4
04 Kawasaki Frontale	28	18	7	4	7	23	27	-4
05 Tokyo Verdy	28	18	7	4	7	19	25	-6
06 Urawa Red Diamonds	25	18	7	4	7	25	18	7
07 Yokohama Marinos	20	18	6	2	10	28	29	-1
08 Kashiwa Reysol	20	18	6	1	11	21	24	-3
09 Mito Hollyhock	18	18	2	8	8	19	35	-16
10 JEF United Ichihara Chiba	12	18	3	3	12	18	31	-13

West	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vissel Kobe	35	18	9	6	3	27	21	6
02 Cerezo Osaka	31	18	7	6	5	26	19	7
03 Nagoya Grampus	31	18	8	5	5	31	28	3
04 Hiroshima Sanfrecce	30	18	8	4	6	29	21	8
05 Gamba Osaka	28	18	5	8	5	26	22	4
06 Fagiano Okayama	26	18	6	6	6	24	25	-1
07 Shimizu S-Pulse	24	18	4	8	6	19	21	-2
08 Kyoto Sanga	23	18	5	5	8	19	26	-7
09 V-Varen Nagasaki	21	18	6	2	10	20	28	-8
10 Avispa Fukuoka	21	18	3	8	7	17	27	-10

Head To Head

22/03/2026 02:00

Kashima Antlers

2 - 1

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

JPN D1

04/02/2016 01:00

Kashima Antlers

0 - 1

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

INT CF

23/12/2012 02:00

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

0 - 1

Kashima Antlers

JE Cup

24/10/2009 03:00

Kashima Antlers

3 - 0

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

JPN D1

02/05/2009 03:00

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

0 - 2

Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

09/08/2008 06:00

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

3 - 1

Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

Kashima Antlers

50%

Draw

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

50%

JEF United Ichihara Chiba Last 6 matches

10/05/2026 04:00

JEF United Ichihara Chiba 0 - 2 Machida Zelvia

JPN D1

06/05/2026 02:00

FC Tokyo 0 - 3 JEF United Ichihara Chiba

JPN D1

02/05/2026 03:00

Urawa Red Diamonds 2 - 0 JEF United Ichihara Chiba

JPN D1

29/04/2026 01:00

JEF United Ichihara Chiba 2 - 3 Yokohama Marinos

JPN D1

25/04/2026 02:00

Kawasaki Frontale 2 - 1 JEF United Ichihara Chiba

JPN D1

18/04/2026 02:00

Tokyo Verdy 1 - 0 JEF United Ichihara Chiba

JPN D1

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Kashima Antlers

10/05/2026 01:00

Yokohama Marinos 1 - 1 Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

06/05/2026 03:00

Kashima Antlers 3 - 0 Mito Hollyhock

JPN D1

03/05/2026 03:00

Kashima Antlers 1 - 1 Machida Zelvia

JPN D1

29/04/2026 00:00

Tokyo Verdy 2 - 1 Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

24/04/2026 06:00

Kashiwa Reysol 0 - 1 Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

18/04/2026 01:00

Kashima Antlers 1 - 0 Urawa Red Diamonds

JPN D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues J-League Division 1

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

Kashima Antlers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.65

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.35

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

11 (55%)9 (45%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

15 (75%)5 (25%)

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

Recent matches

Kashima Antlers

Under /Over

(90%)18 2(10%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

Under /Over

(60%)12 8(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

/Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(35%)7 13(65%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

Kashima Antlers

Shots

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

Total shots

11.00 avg / game

Blocked

59 total

Avg. 2.95

Kashima Antlers

Total shots

12.25 avg / game

Blocked

59 total

Avg. 2.95

JEF United Ichihara Chiba Pass Kashima Antlers

Total passes

8032

Avg. 402 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

9918

Avg. 496 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

OTHERS

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

Played games

Kashima Antlers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.10

Clean sheets

0.60

4.80

Corners

4.95

21.95

439

Throw-ins

449

22.45

1.75

Offsides

1.65

3.45

GK saves

2.50

JEF United Ichihara Chiba

DISCIPLINARY

Kashima Antlers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.50

0.95

0.05

0.15

12.00

240

Fouls

195

9.75

8.10

162

Tackles

160

8.00

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How We Build the JEF United Ichihara Chiba vs Kashima Antlers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for JEF United Ichihara Chiba vs Kashima Antlers on 17 May 2026 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.

JEF United Ichihara Chiba vs Kashima Antlers Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess JEF United Ichihara Chiba'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 JEF United Ichihara Chiba and Kashima Antlers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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