Kashima vs V-varen Nagasaki Prediction

Kashima hosts V-varen Nagasaki on 17 October 2026 at 09:00 in the J1 League. Kashima sits second in the table and has won six of their last ten matches, averaging 2.30 goals for and 1.26 against. V-varen Nagasaki's away record over the same span shows three wins, four draws, and three losses, with 1.19 goals scored and 1.52 conceded per game. Kashima's recent form includes a 1–0 win over Kong An Hanoi, a 2–0 victory against Gamba Osaka, and a 3–1 result over Ventforet Kofu. The home side has won four consecutive matches and drawn once in their last five outings.

Form and H2H

Kashima's last ten home games produced six wins, one draw, and three losses. V-varen Nagasaki's away record stands at three wins, four draws, and three losses over the same period. The head-to-head record between these sides favours Kashima heavily. In their five meetings since 2018, Kashima has won all five: 2–1 in May 2018, 2–1 in August 2018, 3–2 in December 2019, 3–1 in August 2021, and most recently 2–1 in July 2025. V-varen Nagasaki has never beaten Kashima in this fixture.

Best bet

Kashima's dominance at home, combined with their perfect record against V-varen Nagasaki and current form, makes a home win the logical pick. Kashima to win is available at 1.53 on 1xBet and 1.5 on 1Win.

Odds to watch

The draw is priced at 4.41 on 1xBet and 4.28 on 1Win. An away win for V-varen Nagasaki sits at 6.0 on 1xBet and 5.9 on 1Win. Kashima's attacking output in recent weeks suggests backing Over 1.5 goals may carry value, though individual market pricing is not available.