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The J1 League is back in the fold with another round of matches this weekend as FC Tokyo take on the impressive Kashima Antlers in an important clash at Ajinomoto Stadium on Sunday.
FC Tokyo vs Kashima Antlers Preview
FC Tokyo is currently 11th in the J. League standings and has not been at its best so far this season. The hosts were held to a 0-0 draw by Urawa Red Diamonds last week and will need to improve in this game.
On the other hand, Kashima Antlers are currently in sixth place in the league table and have risen to the top so far this season. The Antlers drew 1-1 with Sanfrecce Hiroshima in their previous league match and have a point to prove this weekend.
Tokyo match against Kashima Antlers head-to-head and key numbers
- Kashima Antlers has a good record against FC Tokyo and has won 21 out of the 43 matches played between the two teams, against 12 wins for FC Tokyo.
- After a run of three defeats in the J. Super League, FC Tokyo were undefeated in their last three matches in the competition and managed to win two of those matches.
- After a run of three wins on the trot in all competitions, Kashima Antlers have been winless in their last four matches and have scored just three goals from open play during this period.
- Kashima Antlers star Yuuta Higuchi has netted six assists in the J. League so far this season – only four players have a better record in the competition.
Predict the match between Tokyo and Kashima Antlers
Kashima Antlers have shown flashes of quality this season but they are in the midst of a slump at the moment. The Antlers have some quality players in their ranks and they will be looking to be at their best in this match.
FC Tokyo has also been in poor form in recent weeks and cannot afford another negative result in this match. Kashima Antlers are the better team right now and they should be able to win this match.
prediction: FC Tokyo 1-3 Kashima Antlers
Betting tips between FC Tokyo and Kashima Antlers
Tip 1: The result – Kashima Antlers
Tip 2: A game with more than 2.5 goals – yes
Tip 3: FC Tokyo scores first – yes
Tip 4: Suzuki days of registration – yes
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