Ilves vs VPS Vaasa predictions, Aug 22, 2026

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The upcoming Veikkausliiga clash between FC Ilves and VPS Vaasa on August 22, 2026, promises to be a closely contested encounter, as both teams seek to break out of their recent struggles. FC Ilves has managed to secure only one victory in their last five outings, indicating a need for a turnaround to regain confidence at home. Meanwhile, VPS Vaasa shares a similar trajectory, also with one win in their past five matches, highlighting their own challenges.

Tactically, Ilves may lean on home advantage to push for an aggressive attack, while VPS Vaasa will likely focus on solidifying their defense to stifle the hosts. The bookmakers set odds at 2.25 for a home win and 2.84 for an away victory, reflecting the tightly matched expectations.

The model forecasts a 40.4% chance of a home win for Ilves, a 25% probability for a draw, and a 33.7% chance for an away victory for VPS. Both teams will be eager to secure crucial points, making this match a pivotal moment for either side. While both squads have struggled recently, the potential for a turnaround makes this match intriguing, with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Ilves 41.5%

Draw 25.7%

VPS 32.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.25	3.60	2.80
	2.26	3.84	2.91
	2.33	3.45	2.63
	2.25	3.62	2.88	Watch and Bet
	2.20	3.70	2.85
	2.23	3.73	2.92

Latest Results

17.08.26 IF Gnistan – FC Ilves – 3:2 13.08.26 FC Ilves – HNK Rijeka – 1:1 09.08.26 FC Ilves – IFK Mariehamn – 2:0 06.08.26 HNK Rijeka – FC Ilves – 1:0 02.08.26 AC Oulu – FC Ilves – 1:0

14.08.26 VPS Vaasa – TPS – 1:3 08.08.26 FF Jaro – VPS Vaasa – 1:3 02.08.26 VPS Vaasa – Inter Turku – 0:1 25.07.26 KuPS Kuopio – VPS Vaasa – 3:1 18.07.26 HJK Helsinki – VPS Vaasa – 2:1

Facts

This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 9 in the zone Veikkausliiga (Relegation Group: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ Veikkausliiga (Championship Group: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ilves won 3.

Both teams are struggling and far from their best.

VPS may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Ilves won 10 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 31:26. (average 1.6:1.3).

Including home matches between the teams, Ilves won 6 matches, drew 1 match, lost 4 matches, and goals 20:16. (average 1.8:1.5).

Latest Head To Head

24.04.26 VPS Vaasa – FC Ilves – 3:2 07.02.26 VPS Vaasa – FC Ilves – 1:2 14.07.25 FC Ilves – VPS Vaasa – 3:2 02.05.25 VPS Vaasa – FC Ilves – 1:0 15.02.25 FC Ilves – VPS Vaasa – 1:0

Standings

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	KuPS ✔	20	12	7	1	36:18	18	43
2	Inter Turku	20	10	8	2	28:16	12	38
3	HJK	20	10	4	6	32:23	9	34
4	Gnistan	20	9	5	6	32:26	6	32
5	VPS	20	8	6	6	28:21	7	30
6	AC Oulu	20	9	3	8	24:25	-1	30
7	TPS	20	8	5	7	27:22	5	29
8	Lahti	20	7	5	8	23:18	5	26
9	Ilves	20	7	4	9	33:34	-1	25
10	SJK ✔	20	4	6	10	24:31	-7	18
11	Jaro ✔	20	3	6	11	18:41	-23	15
12	Mariehamn ✔	20	1	5	14	11:41	-30	8

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