The J1 League, also known as the Meiji Yasuda J1 League for sponsorship reasons, is the top professional football (soccer) league in Japan. Established in 1993, it is part of the larger Japanese football league system and operates under the Japan Football Association. The league consists of various clubs that compete annually for the championship title, and it features a promotion and relegation system with the J2 League, which is the second tier of Japanese football. The J1 League is known for its competitiveness, attracting both domestic and international players, and it is one of the most popular sporting leagues in Japan, contributing significantly to the development of football in the country.
Kashima Antlers face Shonan in the J1 League opener at Lemon S Stadium. New coach, with a successful past at Kawasaki Frontale, leads the team, emphasizing a blend of legacy…