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Kashima Antlers football club activities

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2026-10-28 13:49 UTC → 2026-10-30 02:31 UTC · added ~~removed~~

The Kashima Antlers have experienced contrasting developments in late October 2026. On the pitch, the club secured a 3-0 victory against the Pohang Steelers in the AFC Champions League Elite, marking their third consecutive win in the tournament ~~stage with a strong goal differential.~~ stage. Goals in the match were scored by Ryota Koike, Crovattic, and Matheus Bueno. However, the ~~club~~ team also faced ~~controversy following~~ setbacks, as defender Rikuto Hirose sustained a right thigh injury early in the match against Pohang Steelers. Off the pitch, the club faces scrutiny regarding supporter misconduct during a J1 league home defeat against Kashiwa Reysol on October 24. ~~Reports and social media footage indicated that Kashima supporters~~ A supporter group identified as “IN. FIGHT” allegedly blocked ~~stadium exits and engaged in intimidating behavior toward opposing fans. The incident~~ the exit to the away area, trapping Kashiwa supporters inside. This group has ~~led~~ a documented history of disruptive behavior, including incidents in 2021 and 2023. As of late October, the club and its president have not issued a formal statement, leading to ~~discussions regarding potential disciplinary action from league authorities.~~ public calls for indefinite stadium bans or the dissolution of the group.

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