TPS vs HJK predictions, May 08, 2026

Finnish Veikkausliiga, on Friday,

TPS

HJK

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In the upcoming Veikkausliiga clash on May 8, 2026, TPS will host HJK Helsinki at their home ground. Both teams enter this fixture with similar recent form, each having won three out of their last five matches, indicating a competitive backdrop for this encounter.

TPS has shown a notable resilience in their recent outings, capitalizing on their home advantage, which could provide a crucial boost. They will aim to leverage their attacking strategies to exploit any defensive frailties in HJK’s lineup. However, HJK Helsinki, with a strong historical performance and a 1.38 odds favoring them away, will likely approach the game with a tactical focus on possession and counter-attacks, aiming to dominate the midfield battle.

Bookmakers reflect a substantial confidence in the visitors, with TPS given odds of 6 to win, showcasing an expectation of a challenging match for the home side. According to model predictions, HJK holds a significant edge with a 66.6% probability of winning, while TPS’s chances of victory are pegged at only 14.7%.

While TPS will hope to turn the odds in their favor at home, HJK’s current form and tactical approach suggest a strong likelihood of them securing a favorable result. However, in soccer, surprises are always possible, making this an intriguing match-up.

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TPS
15.9%
Draw
20.4%
HJK
63.7%

Outrights of Finnish Veikkausliiga HJK: 31.96% TPS: 0.84%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 5.62 4.46 1.52
Best for US Customers 6 4.6 1.38

Latest Results

02.05.26 FF Jaro – TPS – 2:2
28.04.26 Salon Palloilijat – TPS – 1:2 penalties
24.04.26 TPS – IF Gnistan – 1:1
18.04.26 TPS – SJK Seinajoki – 2:0
15.04.26 Ekenäs IF – TPS – 1:2
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
11.04.26 HJK Helsinki – AC Oulu – 2:1
04.04.26 HJK Helsinki – SJK Seinajoki – 3:0

Facts

  • A great opportunity to watch a clash of neighbouring teams in the table (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Veikkausliiga (Championship Group: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ Veikkausliiga (Championship Group: ))
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, TPS won 0.
  • Now, both teams are in good form.
  • TPS may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, HJK is the undeniable favorite.
  • In the last 18 head-to-head matches, TPS won 3 matches, drew 1 match, lost 14 matches, and goals 14:41. (average 0.8:2.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, TPS won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 5:18. (average 0.6:2.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    21.02.26 HJK Helsinki – TPS – 3:1
    28.03.24 HJK Helsinki – TPS – 5:1
    24.09.20 HJK Helsinki – TPS – 2:2
    22.07.20 TPS – HJK Helsinki – 0:2
    23.06.20 TPS – HJK Helsinki – 0:1

    Standings

    2026

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

    Finnish Veikkausliiga Outrights

    1. HJK: 2.63 (31.96%)

    2. Inter Turku: 3.25 (25.87%)

    3. KuPS: 4 (21.02%)

    4. AC Oulu: 13 (6.47%)

    5. Ilves: 17 (4.94%)

    6. SJK: 29 (2.9%)

    7. VPS: 34 (2.47%)

    8. Lahti: 65.4 (1.29%)

    9. Gnistan: 100.2 (0.84%)

    10. TPS: 100.2 (0.84%)

    11. Jaro: 110.2 (0.76%)

    12. Mariehamn: 130.2 (0.65%)

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