Kashima Antlers Clinch 9th J.League Title; Kashiwa Finishes 1 Point Behind Despite Win

The Japan News

16:01 JST, December 6, 2025

Kashima Antlers clinched a record-extending ninth J.League top division title with a 2-1 win over Yokohama F.Marinos.

A Leo Ceara brace was enough for Kashima to end the season on 76 points, just one point ahead of Kashiwa Reysol, which capped a six-match winning run in the league with a 1-0 victory over Machida Zelvia.

A late goal by Yokohama winger Jun Amano added some drama to what looked like an easy victory.