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Our prediction
Kashima to win
@ 1.57Our 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: 2 – 1 – 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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Kashima vs JEF United Chiba preview and result
Kashima and JEF United Chiba met in the J1 League on Sunday 22 March 2026 at 07:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 1, 1 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Kashima a 67% chance of winning, the draw 21% and JEF United Chiba 12%. Our pick was Kashima to win with 75% confidence at odds of 1.57. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Kashima or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.13.
Goals: we expect about 2.4 goals (1.7 for Kashima, 0.8 for JEF United Chiba). The chance of three or more goals is 44%, so our goals pick is Under 2.5 (75% confidence). 3 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
Kashima have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (W-W-D-L-W), scoring 10 and conceding 5. 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. In the table, Kashima are 1st with 45 points and JEF United Chiba are 10th with 12 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Kashima vs JEF United Chiba?
Our pre-match prediction is Kashima to win (75% confidence) at odds of 1.57. Win chances: Kashima 67%, draw 21%, JEF United Chiba 12%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Kashima vs JEF United Chiba?
We expect about 2.4 goals. Our pick is Under 2.5 with 75% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 44%).
What time is Kashima vs JEF United Chiba?
Kashima vs JEF United Chiba (J1 League) was played on Sunday 22 March 2026 at 07:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Kashima vs JEF United Chiba?
The double chance 1X (Kashima or Draw) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.13. 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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