Kashima Antlers and Yokohama FC issue supporter bans

Kashima Antlers has announced disciplinary actions against 12 supporters following a match against Kashiwa Reysol on October 24. The incident involved individuals from the supporter group IN. FIGHT entering the buffer zone to intimidate opponents and blocking visitor gates, which temporarily trapped Kashiwa supporters. While one individual received an indefinite ban, others received suspensions of one to two matches. The club faces criticism from its own fanbase for what many describe as lenient punishments for repeated misconduct.

Separately, Yokohama FC has issued an indefinite ban to a supporter following an incident during a match against Oita Trinita on October 10. The individual reportedly insulted pitch-side staff after the game. The club noted that this was the individual’s second violation, stating that such behavior threatens the club’s values and violates the spirit of fair play.