Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
As part of the 23rd round of the J1 League, a match between Yokohama F. Marinos and Kashima Antlers will take place. The game is scheduled for Sunday, July 14, at 12:30 Central European Time. The prediction for this match is provided by Dailysports experts.
Yokohama F. Marinos
Two years ago, Yokohama F. Marinos were crowned champions of Japan, and last season they reached the AFC Champions League final under the guidance of the legendary Harry Kewell, finishing second in the J1 League.
Despite their recent successes, the current domestic season has been disappointing for Marinos. The team is currently much closer to the relegation zone than to the league leaders. The 13th place is definitely not what the club expected, but there is still almost half of the season left.
Kashima Antlers
In recent years, Kashima Antlers have been a solid mid-table team, but the memory of their AFC Champions League victory in 2018 is still fresh. Notably, the club is the most titled in the country, with a legacy significantly shaped by the legendary Brazilian Zico, who as a coach cemented the team's high status.
This season, Kashima is competing for medals and is currently in second place in the J1 League standings.
Interesting facts and head-to-head encounters
- Marinos have lost four matches in a row.
- Kashima has won only one away match out of the previous four.
- The teams have not drawn a match since 2018.
Yokohama F. Marinos — Kashima Antlers Prediction
The losing streak for Marinos has dragged on too long, but their opponent is one of the leaders of the current season. Kashima will arrive looking for three points and aims to capitalize on the poor form of the hosts. I would bet on the visitors' individual total of more than 1 goal.
