HJK Helsinki vs Vaasa Prediction 18 July 2026
✨ The headline clash of Matchday 16 in the Finnish championship sees HJK host VPS in what promises to be a fierce battle for points. Fifth place takes on third, with both sides fully aware of just how costly any slip-up could be. Expect an open, attacking game, HJK are used to scoring freely at home, while VPS have shown they can soak up pressure and punish mistakes on the counter. The atmosphere inside the stadium is sure to be electric, as home fans demand nothing less than victory from their team.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official clash between these sides ended 2-1. Here’s a comparative breakdown from that encounter (VPS as the home side):
- Possession: 41% vs 59%;
- Corners: 5 vs 4;
- Fouls: 23 vs 13;
- Yellow cards: 5 vs 1;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 2.
📊 Statistical preview of official head-to-head meetings between HJK and VPS:
- The sides have faced each other 39 times;
- The hosts have claimed 24 wins, the visitors 7, with 8 draws;
- Goals scored: 78 for HJK, 33 for VPS;
- Average goals in the first half: 1.21; in the second half: 1.64;
- Average total goals per match: 2.85.
Head-to-head statistics HJK Helsinki - Vaasa
HJK Helsinki Team Overview
The teams last met in an official Veikkausliiga fixture, with Lahti playing host to HJK. The match ended in a 2-0 victory.
Here’s a breakdown of the key statistics from the game (HJK vs Lahti):
- Possession: 51% vs 49%;
- Corners: 4 vs 6;
- Fouls committed: 13 vs 10;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 3 vs 2.
The team play a bold, aggressive brand of attacking football that truly excites the fans. Over their last ten matches, they have simply torn opponents apart, averaging 3.4 goals per game, though their defensive record is less impressive-they concede an average of 1.6 goals. At the moment, they are experiencing a slight dip in form: two wins, a draw, and two defeats from their last five outings highlight their inconsistency. Still, their motivation in the league is sky-high, as they remain firmly in the Champions League spots and must collect points at home. If their attack finds its rhythm, stopping this side becomes an almost impossible task.
Match Results: HJK Helsinki
Vaasa PS Team Overview
The visitors’ most recent official fixture came in the Veikkausliiga, where VPS hosted SJK. The match ended 1-0.
Here’s a breakdown of the key stats (VPS vs SJK):
- Possession: 54% vs 46%;
- Corners: 2 vs 8;
- Fouls committed: 12 vs 11;
- Yellow cards: 4 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 6 vs 4.
This side play with maximum pragmatism and composure, managing to grind out results even in closely contested matches. The numbers from their last ten games speak volumes: six wins, just two defeats, and two draws underline their consistency. The squad is well-balanced, averaging two goals per game while their defence is nearly flawless, conceding just 0.8 goals on average. Over their last five outings, they have picked up three wins, one draw, and a single loss-a solid return, particularly considering these were away fixtures. Locked in a genuine title race, they are set to fight for every inch of the pitch right up until the final whistle.
Match Results: Vaasa PS
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 39;
- home team wins - 24, away team wins - 7, draws - 8.
Statistics: HJK Helsinki vs Vaasa PS
- matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- wins: 6 vs 7;
- win percentage: 40% vs 47%;
- losses: 5 vs 2;
- draws: 4 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 6;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 1 vs 2.
- Vaasa PS won with a +1.5 handicap in last 24 games.
- Vaasa PS won with a +1.5 handicap in 22 of last 23 away games.
- Vaasa PS won with a +1.5 handicap in 17 of last 18 away games (Veikkausliiga).
- Vaasa PS won with a +1.5 handicap in last 15 games (Veikkausliiga).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2, the guests - 0.85;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.85;
- both teams scored: overall - 20; at the home team's field - 8.
Statistics: HJK Helsinki vs Vaasa PS
- average total in the tournament: 2.93 vs 2.2;
- average total goals scored: 1.67 vs 1.47;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.6 vs 0.87;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.07 vs 0.6;
- HJK Helsinki: average total at home in the tournament - 1.43;
- Vaasa PS: average total away in the tournament - 0.71;
- last 10 matches (average total): 3.4 (home - 3.4) vs 2 (away - 0.75).
- Vaasa PS have scored under 1.5 goals in 12 of last 13 away games against HJK Helsinki.
- Vaasa PS have scored under 1.5 goals in 10 of last 11 away games (Veikkausliiga).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 39;
- both teams scored all-time - 20 times;
- on the home team’s field - 8 times.
Statistics: HJK Helsinki vs Vaasa PS
- number of matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 8;
- number of BTTS matches for HJK Helsinki at home - 2 (29%);
- number of BTTS matches for Vaasa PS away - 3 (43%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for HJK Helsinki at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Vaasa PS away - 2 (50%).
- HJK Helsinki have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games against Vaasa PS (Veikkausliiga).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (17/90, 18.9%);
- HJK Helsinki at home most often finish matches: 1:0 (2/7, 28.6%);
- Vaasa PS away most often play: 1:0 , 1:1 (2/7, 28.6%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 10.95% (odds 7.3)
2:1 - 10.18% (odds 7.8)
1:0 - 10.06% (odds 9.1)
⭐ Editor’s Prediction
This one looks straightforward on paper. On one side, HJK have been putting up some explosive attacking numbers, averaging 3.4 goals per game recently, they simply don’t know how to play dull football. VPS, meanwhile, aren’t exactly shy in front of goal either: while they don’t concede much, they consistently find the net at least twice in almost every match. Put those stats together, and it’s easy to see why a high-scoring affair is on the cards. Backing over 2.5 goals feels like a smart play here. A 2-1 scoreline looks entirely possible.
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