Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 May

Kashima Antlers

L D W D W

1st place in East

1-1

Pen. 4-2

03/05/2026 03:00

Machida Zelvia

D W W D D

3rd place in East

J-League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia on 03 May 2026 (kick-off: 03:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia preview before placing your bet.

Kashima Antlers are currently 1st with 45 points after 18 matches.
Machida Zelvia sit 3rd with 37 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Kashima Antlers to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Kashima Antlers and Machida Zelvia have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 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

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

03:00

2026-05-03

Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia - Prediction & Odds

Kashima Antlers

Machida Zelvia

2026-05-03 03:00

STANDINGS UP TO 03/05/2026

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

18/03/2026 06:30

Machida Zelvia

0 - 3

Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

27/08/2025 05:30

Machida Zelvia

3 - 0

Kashima Antlers

JE Cup

21/06/2025 03:00

Machida Zelvia

2 - 1

Kashima Antlers

JPN D1

03/05/2025 02:00

Kashima Antlers

1 - 0

Machida Zelvia

JPN D1

08/12/2024 01:00

Kashima Antlers

3 - 1

Machida Zelvia

JPN D1

22/05/2024 06:00

Machida Zelvia

2 - 0

Kashima Antlers

JPN LC

Kashima Antlers

50%

Draw

Machida Zelvia

50%

Kashima Antlers Last 6 matches

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

12/04/2026 03:00

Kawasaki Frontale 0 - 2 Kashima Antlers JPN D1

04/04/2026 01:00

Mito Hollyhock 1 - 1 Kashima Antlers JPN D1

22/03/2026 02:00

Kashima Antlers 2 - 1 JEF United Ichihara Chiba JPN D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Machida Zelvia

29/04/2026 03:00

Mito Hollyhock 2 - 2 Machida Zelvia JPN D1

25/04/2026 12:15

Al-Ahli SFC 0 - 0 Machida Zelvia ACLE

21/04/2026 12:15

Machida Zelvia 1 - 0 Shabab Al Ahli ACLE

17/04/2026 14:00

Machida Zelvia 1 - 0 Al-Ittihad ACLE

11/04/2026 01:00

Machida Zelvia 1 - 0 Kashiwa Reysol JPN D1

05/04/2026 02:00

FC Tokyo 0 - 0 Machida Zelvia JPN D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

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

Goals

Scored

250

Avg. per game

0.92

Conceded

147

Avg. per game

0.54

Scored

205

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

166

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 271 matches

YesNo

166 (61%)105 (39%)

In last 271 matches

NoYes

138 (50%)139 (50%)

Kashima Antlers

Recent matches

Machida Zelvia

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kashima Antlers

Machida Zelvia

Shots

Kashima Antlers

Total shots

11.95 avg / game

Blocked

452 total

Avg. 3.21

Machida Zelvia

Total shots

10.77 avg / game

Blocked

217 total

Avg. 3.44

Kashima Antlers Pass Machida Zelvia

Total passes

74405

Avg. 416 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

46322

Avg. 348 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kashima Antlers

271

Played games

Machida Zelvia

277

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

105

Clean sheets

109

0.39

5.07

1373

Corners

1246

4.50

6.25

1695

Throw-ins

1742

6.29

1.44

390

Offsides

385

1.39

2.28

619

GK saves

548

1.98

Kashima Antlers

DISCIPLINARY

Machida Zelvia

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.17

316

340

1.23

0.06

0.03

9.17

2486

Fouls

2739

9.89

8.28

2244

Tackles

1073

3.87

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia on 03 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.

Kashima Antlers vs Machida Zelvia Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kashima Antlers's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Machida Zelvia'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 Kashima Antlers and Machida Zelvia sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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