Expert Overview
The upcoming match between Kashima Antlers and Avispa Fukuoka on August 16, 2025, promises to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams have shown a tendency to be defensively solid, as indicated by the high odds for “Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half” at 82.40 and “Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half” at 82.30. The average total goals of 2.75 suggests a moderate scoring affair, aligning with the “Under 4.5 Cards” odds at 78.50, which indicates disciplined play from both sides. Given Avispa Fukuoka’s higher probability of not scoring in the first half (73.80), Kashima Antlers might capitalize on their home advantage, especially in the second half where they are favored to score at 67.90.
Kashima Antlers
Avispa Fukuoka
(FT)
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 84.70% | (1-1) 1-1 2H 1.22 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 78.90% | (1-1) 0-0 1H 1.13 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 82.30% | (1-1) | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 79.10% | (1-1) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 74.80% | (1-1) | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 68.80% | (1-1) | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 71.80% | (1-1) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 58.20% | (1-1) 1.53 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 62.00% | (1-1) 0-0 1H 1.50 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 57.50% | (1-1) 1.73 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 55.90% | (1-1) 1.44 | |
| Home Team To Win | 54.30% | (1-1) 2.10 | |
| Draw In First Half | 54.10% | (1-1) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.35% | (1-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.29% | (1-1) | |
| Yellow Cards | 2.09% | (1-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.36% | (1-1) | |
| Red Cards | 1.04% | (1-1) |
Prediction: Scoring Trends
The match is likely to feature fewer goals overall, with “Under 2.5 Goals” priced at an attractive 62.50. The “Over 1.5 Goals” odds at 53.10 suggest a cautious approach from both teams, potentially leading to a tightly contested game. The average goals scored being 2.39 aligns with the expectation of a low-scoring match, with Kashima Antlers having a slight edge to win at 56.90.
Prediction: Discipline and Cards
Discipline appears to be a focal point, with “Under 5.5 Cards” offering odds of 81.40, reflecting a well-behaved game on the cards front. The average yellow cards per match stand at 1.09, suggesting that while there may be some bookings, it won’t heavily impact the flow of the game. Red cards are less likely, with an average of 0.84 per match.
Prediction: Halftime Dynamics
The first half is expected to be goalless for both teams, as indicated by the odds of 50.30 for a draw in the first half and the high probability of “Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half” at 73.80. This sets up a scenario where the second half could see more action, particularly with Kashima Antlers likely to find the net at odds of 67.90.
Prediction: Overall Match Outcome
Considering the home advantage and defensive setup, Kashima Antlers are slightly favored to secure a win at odds of 56.90. However, given the tight nature of this fixture, a draw remains a plausible outcome, especially if both teams manage their defensive duties effectively.
