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KashimaLWWDLHead to head
Our prediction
Kashima to win
@ 1.68Our record
Correct 1X2 tips (home win, draw or away win), checked against the final score.
Who will win?
Voting closed at kick-off.
Goals outlook
Possible correct scores
Final score: 0 – 2 – in our list ✓. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
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JEF United Chiba vs Kashima preview and result
JEF United Chiba and Kashima met in the J1 League on Sunday 17 May 2026 at 06:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 0 - 2, 0 - 1 at half time.
Our model gives JEF United Chiba a 8% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Kashima 75%. Our pick was Kashima to win with 85% confidence at odds of 1.68. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance X2 (Draw or Kashima) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.17.
Goals: we expect about 2.6 goals (1.0 for JEF United Chiba, 1.6 for Kashima). The chance of three or more goals is 48%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (75% confidence). 2 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
JEF United Chiba have 1 win, 3 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (D-D-L-D-W), scoring 8 and conceding 6. Kashima have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (L-W-W-D-L), scoring 9 and conceding 6. In the table, JEF United Chiba are 10th with 12 points and Kashima are 1st with 45 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for JEF United Chiba vs Kashima?
Our pre-match prediction is Kashima to win (85% confidence) at odds of 1.68. Win chances: JEF United Chiba 8%, draw 17%, Kashima 75%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in JEF United Chiba vs Kashima?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 75% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 48%).
What time is JEF United Chiba vs Kashima?
JEF United Chiba vs Kashima (J1 League) was played on Sunday 17 May 2026 at 06:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for JEF United Chiba vs Kashima?
The double chance X2 (Draw or Kashima) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.17. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.
Predictions are estimates from our model, not guarantees. 18+ only – bet responsibly. More: today's predictions · Bet Slip Builder · booking codes.
J1 League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashima |
18 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 45 |
| 2 | FC Tokyo |
18 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 37 |
| 3 | Machida Zelvia |
18 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 37 |
| 4 | Kawasaki Frontale |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | -2 | 28 |
| 5 | Tokyo Verdy |
18 | 10 | 0 | 8 | -4 | 28 |
| 6 | Urawa |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 25 |
| 7 | Yokohama F. Marinos |
18 | 6 | 0 | 12 | -3 | 20 |
| 8 | Kashiwa Reysol |
18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -2 | 20 |
| 9 | Mito Hollyhock |
18 | 6 | 0 | 12 | -16 | 18 |
| 10 | JEF United Chiba |
18 | 3 | 0 | 15 | -16 | 12 |
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