TPS and Ilves face each other on Saturday 09.19.2026, at 13:00 (UK Time), in a Veikkausliiga 2026 match. The game will take place at TPS's home ground, the Paavo Nurmi Stadion.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between TPS and Ilves, 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 TPS vs Ilves
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TPS preview
TPS heads into the match with the following record in the Veikkausliiga: in 24 matches, TPS secured 8 victories, 8 draws, and 8 losses, maintaining an average of 1.33 points per game.
Taking a broader look at TPS's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 8 victories so far.
TPS has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 28 goals, of which 28 were scored in the Veikkausliiga, resulting in an average of 1.17 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Albijon Muzaci, who has found the back of the net 9 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Eetu Turkki has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, TPS has conceded 24 goals in the Veikkausliiga (an average of 1 per game) and 24 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Ilves preview
Ilves comes into the game with 24 matches played so far in the Veikkausliiga. They have secured 9 victories, 4 draws, and 11 losses, maintaining an average of 1.29 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 12 wins, 7 draws, and 15 losses.
Ilves's attack has been highly effective, scoring 49 goals during this period. Of that total, 39 were netted in the Veikkausliiga, with an average of 1.63 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.44.
Ilves's offensive system is led by Teemu Hytönen, the team's top scorer this season. The finnish forward has found the back of the net 12 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Jardell Kanga. The midfielder has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 38 goals with an average of 1.58 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 57 goals in 34 matches, averaging 1.68 per match.
Head to head: TPS vs Ilves
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
TPS
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D D W |
1.2 |
| Home | D D W L W |
1.6 |
| Away | L D W D L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 58% | 8% |
| Goals | 2.17 | 2.25 | 2.08 |
| Scored | 1.17 | 1.5 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.75 | 1.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 42% | 58% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 58% | 8% |
| Failed To Score | 29% | 17% | 42% |
| 1st to Score | 42% | 58% | 25% |
|
xG
|
1.46 | 1.35 | 1.56 |
|
xGA
|
1.61 | 1.69 | 1.52 |
Ilves
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W L L L |
1.2 |
| Home | W W L L D |
1.4 |
| Away | L L L L W |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 62% | 9% |
| Goals | 3.21 | 2.62 | 3.91 |
| Scored | 1.63 | 1.69 | 1.55 |
| Conceded | 1.58 | 0.92 | 2.36 |
| Both Teams to Score | 58% | 38% | 82% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 54% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 8% | 18% |
| 1st to Score | 42% | 69% | 45% |
|
xG
|
1.4 | 1.31 | 1.5 |
|
xGA
|
1.66 | 1.53 | 1.8 |
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