All Japan High School Soccer Tournament (104th) | Final Preview
Kamimura Gakuen vs Kashima Gakuen — 90 minutes for the title
The 104th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament reaches its finale at Japan National Stadium. The final brings together Kagoshima’s Kamimura Gakuen and Ibaraki’s Kashima Gakuen—two sides that showed real polish in the semifinals and earned their place on the biggest stage.
Different paths, different styles, the same destination. Now it comes down to execution, composure, and one decisive moment.
Kamimura Gakuen | Momentum and finishing at the heart of their run
Kamimura Gakuen have looked sharper with every round. Across the Round of 16 and the quarterfinals, their front-foot pressing and quick transitions have helped them spend long stretches in the opponent’s half, repeatedly creating pressure situations.
In the semifinal, that attacking edge was on full display: crisp tempo, fast decisions around the box, and the ability to pull the game their way. Up front, Yuga Kuranaka (FW) found the net and again made his presence felt when it mattered most.
Just as important, they’ve shown the maturity to manage the game after taking the lead—staying proactive without forcing the issue.
Kashima Gakuen | Balance, control, and a team-first identity
Kashima Gakuen have advanced with a steady, well-balanced approach. Through the Round of 16 and the quarterfinals, they’ve controlled phases through midfield, used width intelligently, and attacked with multiple contributors rather than relying on a single scorer.
The semifinal reinforced that identity. They read the rhythm of the match, took back control at key moments, and stayed composed. Haruto Miura (MF) has been influential as a build-up hub and in goal-involvement moments, helping set the team’s tempo.
Less flash, more stability—Kashima Gakuen look like a side built for finals.
The Final Matchup | Firepower vs. overall balance
This final is a clash of styles. Kamimura Gakuen will want to dictate tempo with pressure and sharp finishing. Kashima Gakuen, meanwhile, will aim to absorb momentum, stabilize the midfield, and control the game’s flow through structure and decision-making.
- Can Kamimura seize initiative early?
- Can Kashima keep it tight and turn it into a low-margin game?
- Who wins the decisive seconds in the penalty area?
Finals often turn on a single action. For Kamimura, Yuga Kuranaka carries the cutting edge after scoring in the semifinal. For Kashima, Haruto Miura can shape the rhythm from midfield—and in the moments that lead to goals.
Both teams have earned this stage through quality and consistency. Kamimura’s momentum and attacking thrust meet Kashima’s balance and control. Ninety minutes now decide who lifts the trophy—and who writes the final chapter of this winter.
