SJK vs KuPS Kuopio predictions, Jul 18, 2026

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As SJK Seinajoki prepares to host KuPS Kuopio on July 18, 2026, fans can anticipate an intriguing clash in the Finnish Veikkausliiga. Recent form paints a stark picture, with SJK winning only 1 of their last 5 matches, suggesting struggles to find consistency. In contrast, KuPS Kuopio has enjoyed a rich vein of form, securing victories in 4 of their last 5 outings, highlighting their recent attacking prowess and defensive stability.

Tactically, KuPS poses a significant threat, utilizing a dynamic pressing game that has effectively disrupted opposition defenses. Their ability to transition quickly from defense to attack allows them to capitalize on counter-attacking opportunities. Meanwhile, SJK will need to fortify their defense and look for creative solutions in midfield to unlock KuPS’s robust backline.

Bookmakers are favoring KuPS with odds of 1.99 for an away win compared to SJK’s odds of 3.36. Our model supports this view, predicting a 49% probability of an away victory, in contrast to SJK’s 26.8% chance of winning. As both teams take the field, the match promises competitive action, but no outcome can be guaranteed given the unpredictable nature of soccer.

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SJK 28%

Draw 24.8%

KuPS 47.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	3.42	3.89	1.99
	3.25	3.55	2.08
	3.38	3.8	1.97	Watch and Bet
	3.35	3.8	1.95
	3.38	3.88	1.98

Latest Results

10.07.26 VPS Vaasa – SJK Seinajoki – 1:0 04.07.26 SJK Seinajoki – TPS – 3:1 27.06.26 FC Ilves – SJK Seinajoki – 2:2 23.06.26 Inter Turku – SJK Seinajoki – 1:1 17.06.26 SJK Seinajoki – VPS Vaasa – 1:2

07.07.26 FK Vardar – KuPS Kuopio – 0:2 27.06.26 HJK Helsinki – KuPS Kuopio – 0:4 23.06.26 KuPS Kuopio – FC Ilves – 4:3 17.06.26 TPS – KuPS Kuopio – 1:2 13.06.26 VPS Vaasa – KuPS Kuopio – 1:1

Facts

An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 10 in the zone Veikkausliiga (Relegation Group: ) and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Veikkausliiga (Championship Group: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, SJK won 1.

SJK has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 1 wins).

KuPS is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 4 wins).

SJK may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Recently, KuPS has had a series of away games.

KuPS could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, SJK won 4 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 19:28. (average 1:1.4).

Including home matches between the teams, SJK won 4 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 15:16. (average 1.2:1.2).

Latest Head To Head

08.05.26 KuPS Kuopio – SJK Seinajoki – 0:0 27.03.26 SJK Seinajoki – KuPS Kuopio – 0:0 07.02.26 SJK Seinajoki – KuPS Kuopio – 3:0 27.10.25 SJK Seinajoki – KuPS Kuopio – 0:1 23.09.25 KuPS Kuopio – SJK Seinajoki – 3:2

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	KuPS	15	8	6	1	27:15	12	30
2	Inter Turku	15	8	6	1	23:12	11	30
3	VPS	15	7	6	2	22:11	11	27
4	AC Oulu	15	8	2	5	20:18	2	26
5	HJK	15	6	4	5	25:19	6	22
6	Gnistan	15	6	4	5	23:20	3	22
7	TPS	15	6	4	5	19:16	3	22
8	Lahti	15	5	4	6	18:15	3	19
9	Ilves	15	4	4	7	25:29	-4	16
10	SJK	15	3	5	7	18:23	-5	14
11	Jaro	15	2	5	8	15:32	-17	11
12	Mariehamn	15	0	4	11	8:33	-25	4

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