SJK vs Ilves predictions, May 02, 2026

Apr 26, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish Veikkausliiga, on Saturday,

SJK

Ilves

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On May 2, 2026, SJK Seinajoki will host FC Ilves in a crucial Veikkausliiga clash at their home ground. Both teams are struggling for form, having each secured just one victory in their last five matches. SJK’s recent performances have been characterized by an inability to convert opportunities into goals, reflecting a possible tactical adjustment needed in attack. Meanwhile, FC Ilves has similarly faced challenges, causing them to drop points in recent fixtures despite a solid defensive setup.

Bookmakers have slightly favored the visiting side with odds of 2.42 for an away victory compared to SJK’s home win odds of 2.57, indicating a tight contest ahead. Our model predicts a balanced match, assigning a 35.8% probability of a home win, a 24.6% chance of a draw, and a 39.2% likelihood of an away victory. The anticipated final score is poised at 1:1, highlighting both teams’ offensive struggles.

This matchup presents an opportunity for either side to regain momentum, but with defensive organizations likely playing a crucial role, fans can expect a competitive encounter.

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SJK
36.5%		 Draw
25%		 Ilves
38.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.6 3.83 2.48
betsson 2.58 3.7 2.42
MarathonBet 2.56 3.72 2.42 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.5 3.5 2.4
Pinnacle 2.57 3.9 2.42

Latest Results

24.04.26 SJK Seinajoki – FF Jaro – 1:1
18.04.26 TPS – SJK Seinajoki – 2:0
10.04.26 SJK Seinajoki – IFK Mariehamn – 3:0
04.04.26 HJK Helsinki – SJK Seinajoki – 3:0
27.03.26 SJK Seinajoki – KuPS Kuopio – 0:0		 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
04.04.26 FC Ilves – KuPS Kuopio – 1:3
27.03.26 FC Ilves – Mikkelin Palloilijat – 2:0

Facts

  • A mid-table team will face off against the outsider in this match (ranked 8 in the zone Veikkausliiga (Relegation Group: ) and 11 in the zone Veikkausliiga (Relegation Group: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, SJK won 2.
  • Recent performances by SJK have been up and down (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Ilves is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, SJK won 11 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 38:30. (average 1.9:1.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, SJK won 7 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 19:8. (average 2.1:0.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.02.26 FC Ilves – SJK Seinajoki – 3:1
    03.11.25 FC Ilves – SJK Seinajoki – 3:3
    04.10.25 SJK Seinajoki – FC Ilves – 2:1
    05.07.25 SJK Seinajoki – FC Ilves – 1:1
    18.06.25 FC Ilves – SJK Seinajoki – 2:3

    Standings

    2026

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

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