Kashima Antlers face Kashima Sun God at home: The points-based positioning battle of the veteran powerhouses, who can seize the initiative?

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Kashima Antlers temporarily ranked fourth with 13 wins, 2 draws, 8 losses, 41 points. Although they lost three consecutive league games, they are strong at home, with 8 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses in 12 home games, and they conceded less than 1 goal per game. After defeating Nagasaki Success Maru 2-1, the form has improved, and the main players participating in the East Asian Cup have returned to the team, with a complete lineup. However, five people including center Tokuda Yu and low-middle Eiyu Shimoda Eiyu were injured, which had a certain impact on the thickness of the lineup.

Kashiwa Suns lead the standings with 44 points, with a away record of 7 wins, 4 draws and 1 loss, only unexpectedly lost at home in Machida. The team has 4 wins and 2 draws in the last 6 games, excellent defense, and has made consecutive wins in their last 3 away games. However, there are hidden dangers in the ability to finish the front line, and there are 1 striker and 2 midfielders who are injured. The two teams have played in the last 5 matches, with Kashima Antlers having the upper hand 3 wins and 2 draws, and a 3-1 away victory in the first leg.

In this duel, Kashima Antlers have a strong desire to win at home, and Kashima Sun God's away game should not be underestimated.

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