Kashima Antlers is a professional football (soccer) club based in Kashima, Japan. Founded in 1947, the club is part of the J1 League, which is the top tier of Japanese football. The team is known for its distinctive red and white colors and has a strong following. The Antlers have won multiple J1 League championships, as well as domestic and international titles, including the AFC Champions League. The club plays its home matches at the Kashima Soccer Stadium. The name “Antlers” is derived from the local deer that inhabit the surrounding area.
Kashima Antlers, guided by Takashi Oiwa, faced Shonan Bellmare in a J1 League match filled with strategic intensity and new team's dynamics. Ryuuta Koike strengthened the defense, while Leo Ceara…