Main prediction: HJK to win in regular time
Alternative tip: double chance HJK
Other market: over 10.5 corners
A clash with history. Oulu and HJK are synonymous with rivalry and now they meet again this 09/08, at Raatin stadion, at 17:00.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Oulu have won 1 time(s). HJK have won 3. HJK have a 29% probability of winning according to the sportsbooks.
Check out the probable line-ups here, where to watch and the prediction for Oulu vs HJK in the Veikkausliiga 2026.
Prediction for Oulu vs HJK
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Overview Oulu vs HJK
HJK go in as favourites, with odds of 2.28 and a 29% chance of winning. The track record reinforces this, with 7 win(s) for Klubi against 7 for Oulu. The odds for a home win are {team_a_odds} and a draw is {draw_odds}.
In the Veikkausliiga, Oulu have 9 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 22 goal(s) scored and 21 conceded, having Rasmus Karjalainen as top scorer with 8 goal(s). Meanwhile, HJK have 8 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 28 goal(s) scored and 23 conceded, and Mads Borchers as top scorer with 7 goal(s).
In the last 3 matches involving Oulu, all had under 2.5 goals.
Head-to-head between Oulu and HJK
In 14 clashes, HJK have the advantage over Oulu: 7 win(s) against 5 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 11/04/2026, in the Veikkausliiga, the match score was: HJK 0-1 Oulu.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Oulu vs HJK, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
Check out all the predictions for the Veikkausliiga and see all the analysis before you bet.
Oulu: current form
Oulu have played 18 match(es) in the Veikkausliiga.
See the team's performance in the Finnish Premier League 2026:
9 win(s), 3 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.67 point(s) per match
22 goals scored (1.22 per match)
Top scorer: Rasmus Karjalainen (8 goal(s))
HJK: current form
On the other side, HJK also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the Veikkausliiga:
8 win(s), 4 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.56 point(s) per match
28 goals scored (1.56 per match)
Top scorer: Mads Borchers (7 goal(s))
Oulu vs HJK key players
In the Veikkausliiga, Rasmus Karjalainen carries Oulu's attack with 8 goal(s).
The playmaker is Rasmus Karjalainen, leading in assists with 3. In the whole season, Rasmus Karjalainen has 8 goal(s).
On the other side, Mads Borchers is the name that frightens the most for Klubi with 7 goal(s) in the Veikkausliiga.
In terms of playmaking, Teemu Pukki leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Mads Borchers has accumulated 7 goal(s).
Oulu vs HJK statistics in the Veikkausliiga
Oulu have an average of 9.61 corners and 1.83 cards per match. HJK have 11.22 corners and 1.39 cards. Follow all the statistics for Oulu vs HJK below.
Oulu
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D L L D |
1 |
| Home | W L D W W |
2 |
| Away | D L L D W |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 75% | 30% |
| Goals | 2.39 | 1.88 | 2.8 |
| Scored | 1.22 | 1.25 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.17 | 0.63 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 44% | 38% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 39% | 50% | 30% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 13% | 30% |
| 1st to Score | 44% | 63% | 30% |
|
xG
|
1.32 | 1.32 | 1.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.19 | 1.56 |
HJK
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L W W W |
2 |
| Home | D W W W L |
2 |
| Away | L W L W W |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 56% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.83 | 2.67 | 3 |
| Scored | 1.56 | 1.44 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 1.28 | 1.22 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 39% | 33% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 44% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 22% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 44% | 56% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.56 | 1.56 | 1.56 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 1.56 | 1.31 |
More tips for Oulu vs HJK
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Correct score prediction for Oulu vs HJK
HJK are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: Oulu 0-1 HJK. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch Oulu vs HJK
Check out where to watch the live match between HJK and Oulu:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Oulu and HJK
The line-ups for Oulu vs HJK in the Finnish Premier League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Oulu line-up
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3
Johan Lietsa
Defender
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6
Julius Paananen
Midfielder
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7
Rasmus Karjalainen
Forward
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11
Lamine Ghezali
Forward
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13
Miguel Santos
Goalkeeper
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18
Adramane Cassamá
Defender
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22
Tuomas Kaukua
Forward
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25
Markus Arsalo
Midfielder
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27
Elias Kallio
Forward
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32
Abdoulaye Koné
Forward
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66
Juha Pirinen
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Klubi line-up
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3
Till Cissokho
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4
Alexander Ring
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6
Ville Tikkanen
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8
Pyry Mentu
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9
Mads Borchers
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14
Leonel Dahl Montano
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18
Toivo Mero
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22
Liam Möller
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28
Miska Ylitolva
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29
Santeri Haarala
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44
Matej Marković
The HJK starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Oulu vs HJK
Match: Oulu vs HJK
Tournament: Finnish Premier League 2026
Date: 09/08/2026
Time: 17:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Raatin stadion
Broadcast: none scheduled
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