Kashima Antlers is the defending champion of the AFC Champions League this season. But they only have 3rd place in the Japanese League standings so the team still needs to take part in the qualifying match. In the FIFA Club World Cup, Kashima Antlers defeated Chivas Guadalajara, then lost to Real Madrid and River Plate. But in a friendly match, Kashima Antlers picked up 2 wins from Omiya Ardija and Mito Hollyhock.
Yesterday’s Newcastle Jets won 3 points by beating Melbourne City 3-1. But they only have 7th place in the Australian League standings. In the AFC Champions League qualifying match yesterday, they set aside Persija Jakarta through extra time.

Kashima Antlers performed consistently in the trial match, and have a lot of experience in the AFC Champions League. While the condition of Newcastle Jets is not as good as the host. Given the conditions of the two teams, Kashima Antlers are more favored.

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Odds: 1.42