J1 League

The 2025/2026 J1 League season has struck a fine balance between attack and defence. With 296 goals in 118 matches — an average of 2.51 per game — the competition has delivered plenty of drama without sacrificing tactical discipline.

Title Race. There is almost nothing between the top two. Kashima sit on 76 points, with Kashiwa Reysol just 1 point behind. Every matchday could bring a change at the summit.

Form & Momentum. Kashiwa Reysol are the form team of the moment, collecting 15 points from their last five matches. That blistering run puts them at the top of the form table, with Kashima (11pts) the next best.

Goals & Stars. Léo Ceará has been the standout marksman, netting 21 goals for Kashima. That tally puts them 3 clear of the nearest challenger in the scoring charts.