Kashima vs Vissel Kobe: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Saturday 6 June the J1 League brings Kashima against Vissel Kobe at Kashima Soccer Stadium. Kick-off: 06:00 WAT. In the table, Kashima are 1st, leading the league, on 45 points after 18 matches; Vissel Kobe are 1st (leading the league) with 35.
Current form
Kashima, last 5: LWWWL Their latest outing: 0–5 defeat to Vissel Kobe, away. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 1.2 conceded per game. Defensively they have kept 4 clean sheets in that run.
Vissel Kobe, last 5: WWWLL Their latest outing: 5–0 win over Kashima, at home. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 1.7 conceded per game. Defensively they have kept 3 clean sheets in that run.
Momentum favours Kashima, collecting 2.0 points per game to 1.5 for Vissel Kobe.
Head to head
When they last met (30 May 2026) it ended Vissel Kobe 5–0 Kashima.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Kashima 1.5 xG, Vissel Kobe 1.2 xG – a total near 2.7. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 47%, GG 52%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Kashima 43%, draw 26%, Vissel Kobe 31%.
GG/NG: GG (52%) at 1.83.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Under 3.5 goals (74%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Kashima 1–1 Vissel Kobe. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Kashima43%fair 2.34 · @2.25
Draw26%fair 3.89 · @3.30
Vissel Kobe31%fair 3.17 · @3.10
2.66Expected goals
1.48Kashima xG
1.19Vissel Kobe xG
52%Both score
47%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
1–010%
2–19%
0–18%
2–08%
1–27%
From our goals model: Kashima 1.5 – 1.2 Vissel Kobe expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Kashima vs Vissel Kobe?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Kashima vs Vissel Kobe?
On our numbers Kashima have a 43% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Vissel Kobe 31%.
How many goals will there be in Kashima vs Vissel Kobe?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 47% likely and both teams score 52% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Kashima vs Vissel Kobe?
Our predicted score is Kashima 1–1 Vissel Kobe, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Kashima vs Vissel Kobe?
Kashima vs Vissel Kobe (J1 League) kicks off on Saturday 6 June 2026 at 06:00 (West Africa Time) at Kashima Soccer Stadium.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.