Ilves and Lahti face each other on Sunday 07.26.2026, at 13:00 (UK Time), in a Veikkausliiga 2026 match. The game will take place at Ilves's home ground, the Tammelan Stadion.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Ilves and Lahti, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Ilves vs Lahti
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Ilves preview
Ilves heads into the match with the following record in the Veikkausliiga: in 16 matches, Ilves secured 5 victories, 4 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.19 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Ilves's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 7 victories so far.
Ilves has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 35 goals, of which 28 were scored in the Veikkausliiga, resulting in an average of 1.75 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Teemu Hytönen, who has found the back of the net 8 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Jesse Kilo has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, Ilves has conceded 30 goals in the Veikkausliiga (an average of 1.88 per game) and 45 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 2.05 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Lahti preview
Lahti comes into the game with 16 matches played so far in the Veikkausliiga. They have secured 6 victories, 4 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.38 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 6 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses.
Lahti's attack has been highly effective, scoring 20 goals during this period. Of that total, 20 were netted in the Veikkausliiga, with an average of 1.25 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.25.
Lahti's offensive system is led by Neemias Benavenuto Barbosa, the team's top scorer this season. The brazilian forward has found the back of the net 4 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Yohan Cassubie. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 15 goals with an average of 0.94 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 15 goals in 16 matches, averaging 0.94 per match.
Head to head: Ilves vs Lahti
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Ilves
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W D L |
1.4 |
| Home | W D W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | L W D L L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 31% | 57% | 11% |
| Goals | 3.63 | 3 | 4.11 |
| Scored | 1.75 | 1.86 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 1.88 | 1.14 | 2.44 |
| Both Teams to Score | 69% | 43% | 89% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 57% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 6% | 0% | 11% |
| 1st to Score | 63% | 71% | 56% |
|
xG
|
1.44 | 1.29 | 1.55 |
|
xGA
|
1.63 | 1.42 | 1.8 |
Lahti
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W D D |
2.2 |
| Home | W W D L W |
2 |
| Away | W D L L L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 44% | 29% |
| Goals | 2.19 | 2.44 | 1.86 |
| Scored | 1.25 | 1.56 | 0.86 |
| Conceded | 0.94 | 0.89 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 44% | 44% | 43% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 44% | 29% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 22% | 29% |
| 1st to Score | 63% | 56% | 57% |
|
xG
|
1.43 | 1.47 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.21 | 1.06 | 1.41 |
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