Kashima Antlers - Pohang Steelers
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Kashima Antlers take on Pohang Steelers in AFC Champions League at Mercari Stadium on 28 October 2026.
The most recent match for Kashima Antlers was a 1-2 defeat against Vissel Kobe, after a 0-1 defeat against Urawa before that.
The most recent match for Pohang Steelers was a 2-2 draw with Daejeon Citizen, after a 0-0 draw with Sangju Sangmu FC before that.
Our algorithm predicts Kashima Antlers to win, with a probability of 51%. The full split: Kashima Antlers 51%, draw 24%, Pohang Steelers 25%.
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Possible line-up
This possible line-up is based on both teams' past line-ups, especially the most recent one. The actual line-up may differ and will be shown here as soon as it is announced.
Kashima Antlers — Formation: 4-2-3-1
Pohang Steelers — Formation: 4-3-3 
Kashima Antlers — Formation: 4-2-3-1
Pohang Steelers — Formation: 4-3-3