Predictions & Statistics

Operating from 1 place with 26 points from 10 games, Kashima bring one of the stronger season profiles into this match. The return of 8 wins, 0 draws, and 2 defeats, together with goals at 18:7, reflects very strong form with results showing strong momentum. Much of their attacking edge comes through Leo Ceara (6 goals), Yuma Suzuki (5 goals), A. Cavric (2 goals), with creative support from Yuma Suzuki (3 assists), G. Shibasaki (2 assists), Y. Higuchi (2 assists), while their defending has remained very solid. At home, the split of 5 wins, 0 draws, and 0 losses supports the view of a very strong split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Their football identity still points toward balanced attacking football.

Urawa sit 6 with 12 points after 10 matches and remain under pressure to produce steadier results. Across the season they have posted 3 wins, 0 draws, and 7 defeats, and the 14:15 goal record continues to suggest poor form and are going through a difficult losing run. Their attacking burden often falls on R. Hidano (4 goals), R. Watanabe (2 goals), J. Hayakawa (1 goals), with creative support from Matheus Sávio (3 assists), J. Hayakawa (1 assists), K. Nemoto (1 assists), while at the back they have been very solid. Away from home, the split record of 2 wins, 0 draws, and 3 losses points to a fairly balanced split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Their broader football approach still suggests a more cautious and defensive approach.