Kashima Antlers triumphed over Nagoya Grampus in a close win on Wednesday, 2x1, relating to matchweek 21 of the Japanese League. Coming into the contest, Paulo Autuori's team came from two defeats, and Sef Vergoossen's team came from a draw.
The opening goal was scored by Tomohiro Tsuda with 10 minutes on the clock.
With 68 minutes on the clock, Daiki Iwamasa fired home for Kashima Antlers. After 69 minutes, Kashima's team saw Takeshi Aoki get sent off due to accumulation of yellows. Fábio Santos netted the last goal in the 80th minute. After 84 minutes, Nagoya Grampus saw Masayuki Omori get sent off due to accumulation of yellows. In the final minutes of the game, Nagoya's team saw Toshiya Fujita get a straight red card
After the result Kashima Antlers are 5th in the table, with 36 points, while Nagoya Grampus sit 13th place, with 24 points. In their next fixture, Paulo Autuori's team will play at home against Kyoto Sanga. Meanwhile, Sef Vergoossen's team visit Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
