Currently sitting 2nd in the championship group, just one point behind the leaders, Ilves will be fully motivated to win this match in order to claim the top spot — their determination to grab all three points is unquestionable.
In their latest outing, Ilves suffered a 1–2 defeat to SJK, marking their first loss in the last seven matches, showing a slight dip in form. Offensively, they’ve been strong, scoring 12 goals in their last five matches, but their defense has been shaky, conceding 9 goals in that span. At home, however, Ilves have been outstanding — unbeaten in their last eight home games, winning six of them, a clear sign of dominant home strength.
In head-to-head encounters, Ilves have had the upper hand, remaining unbeaten in the last six meetings against KuPS with five wins and one draw — a psychological advantage that cannot be ignored.
KuPS, meanwhile, currently lead the championship group, and they too will be eager to win to secure their first-place position. Their recent form has been excellent — a 3–0 victory over Inter Turku in the previous round extended their streak to three wins and one draw in the last four matches. KuPS have been impressive at both ends of the pitch, scoring 11 goals and conceding only 4 in their last five matches. Away from home, they have also performed well, posting three wins and one draw in their last four away games. Striker Pazcek found the net in their last match, showing good form and sharp finishing.
Comprehensive Analysis:
Ilves may have lost their previous game, but their home form remains formidable with a long unbeaten streak and consistent scoring. KuPS are in fine shape too, especially away from home, making this a clash of two confident sides. However, the odds favor Ilves slightly (-0.25), showing the market’s belief in their home advantage. Considering their strong home momentum and psychological edge in past meetings, Ilves are well placed to take all three points here.
Prediction: Ilves to Win ✅
Score Prediction:
➡️ Ilves 2–1 KuPS
