HJK vs Ilves predictions, May 16, 2026

May 10, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish Veikkausliiga, on Saturday,

HJK

Ilves

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In the upcoming Veikkausliiga clash on May 16, 2026, HJK Helsinki will host FC Ilves at their home ground, aiming to capitalize on their recent form. HJK has emerged victorious in 2 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a resilient defense and a tactical approach that emphasizes possession and organized buildup play. Their home advantage is a crucial factor, as they tend to perform strongly in familiar surroundings.

Conversely, FC Ilves has struggled lately, managing to secure only 1 win in their last 5 encounters. This inconsistency may be attributed to difficulties in both offensive execution and defensive stability, which can be exploited by a more aggressive HJK side. The bookmakers have placed HJK as the favorites with odds of 1.69 for a home win, reflecting their stronger performance metrics.

Statistical models suggest a 57.6% probability of a home victory, alongside a 23.9% chance of a draw and a 19% likelihood of an away win. As both teams prepare for this critical matchup, HJK’s tactical strengths will be under scrutiny, while Ilves seeks to turn their form around. While HJK enters the match as the favorite, soccer’s unpredictability leaves room for surprises on the pitch.

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HJK
56%		 Draw
24.2%		 Ilves
19.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.67 4.03 4.92
betsson 1.68 3.7 4.7
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WilliamHill 1.65 3.75 4.6
Pinnacle 1.68 3.91 4.83

Latest Results

08.05.26 TPS – HJK Helsinki – 1:0
04.05.26 HJK Helsinki – FC Lahti – 1:0
29.04.26 Inter Turku – HJK Helsinki – 1:1
26.04.26 KuPS Kuopio – HJK Helsinki – 1:1
18.04.26 IF Gnistan – HJK Helsinki – 0:3		 08.05.26 FC Ilves – AC Oulu – 1:0
02.05.26 SJK Seinajoki – FC Ilves – 1:1
24.04.26 VPS Vaasa – FC Ilves – 3:2
18.04.26 IFK Mariehamn – FC Ilves – 2:2
11.04.26 Inter Turku – FC Ilves – 3:2

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ Veikkausliiga (Championship Group: ) and 9 in the zone Veikkausliiga (Relegation Group: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, HJK won 1.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of away games.
  • In this match, HJK is the team to beat.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, HJK won 12 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 38:25. (average 1.9:1.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, HJK won 8 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 23:9. (average 2.1:0.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    30.10.25 FC Ilves – HJK Helsinki – 3:1
    29.09.25 HJK Helsinki – FC Ilves – 2:2
    11.08.25 HJK Helsinki – FC Ilves – 5:1
    05.04.25 FC Ilves – HJK Helsinki – 3:2
    28.09.24 HJK Helsinki – FC Ilves – 0:1

    Standings

    2026

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Inter Turku 7 4 2 1 8:4 4 14
    2 AC Oulu 7 4 0 3 12:7 5 12
    3 TPS 6 3 3 0 9:5 4 12
    4 KuPS 7 3 3 1 9:7 2 12
    5 HJK 7 3 2 2 9:4 5 11
    6 VPS 6 2 3 1 5:4 1 9
    7 SJK 6 1 3 2 5:7 -2 6
    8 Lahti 5 2 0 3 4:6 -2 6
    9 Ilves 6 1 2 3 8:11 -3 5
    10 Gnistan 6 1 2 3 5:11 -6 5
    11 Jaro 6 0 4 2 4:7 -3 4
    12 Mariehamn 5 0 2 3 3:8 -5 2

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