HJK Helsinki - Ilves prediction 1 July 2026

Finland · CupFinished
HJK Helsinki
2:1
Jul 01, 2026
FT
Ilves
Match Info
CompetitionCup · Finland
Start dateJul 01, 2026
Kick-off16:00
Recent Form
HJK Helsinki
L
W
L
W
D
Ilves
D
L
L
D
L
Recent matches · HJK Helsinki
VeikkausliigaJul 11
Lahti
HJK Helsinki
20
L
CupJul 01
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
21
W
VeikkausliigaJun 27
HJK Helsinki
KuPS
04
L
VeikkausliigaJun 23
Mariehamn
HJK Helsinki
04
W
VeikkausliigaJun 17
HJK Helsinki
Inter Turku
33
D
VeikkausliigaJun 13
Jaro
HJK Helsinki
25
W
CupJun 09
Honka
HJK Helsinki
17
W
VeikkausliigaMay 30
HJK Helsinki
Mariehamn
10
W
CupMay 26
HJK Helsinki
MyPa
111
W
VeikkausliigaMay 22
VPS Vaasa
HJK Helsinki
21
L
VeikkausliigaMay 16
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
22
D
CupMay 13
RoPS Rovaniemen
HJK Helsinki
04
W
VeikkausliigaMay 08
TPS Turku
HJK Helsinki
10
L
VeikkausliigaMay 04
HJK Helsinki
Lahti
10
W
VeikkausliigaApr 29
Inter Turku
HJK Helsinki
11
D
Recent matches · Ilves
UEFA Conference League QualificationJul 08
Differdange 03
Ilves
00
D
VeikkausliigaJul 04
Jaro
Ilves
21
L
CupJul 01
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
21
L
VeikkausliigaJun 27
Ilves
Seinajoen JK
22
D
VeikkausliigaJun 23
KuPS
Ilves
43
L
VeikkausliigaJun 17
Ilves
Jaro
50
W
VeikkausliigaJun 13
Ilves
TPS Turku
10
W
CupJun 10
Ilves
Lahti
52
W
VeikkausliigaMay 30
Lahti
Ilves
50
L
CupMay 27
Ilves
TPS Turku
10
W
VeikkausliigaMay 23
Ilves
Gnistan
20
W
VeikkausliigaMay 20
Ilves
Inter Turku
13
L
VeikkausliigaMay 16
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
22
D
CupMay 13
P-Iirot
Ilves
04
W
VeikkausliigaMay 08
Ilves
AC Oulu
10
W
Odds
Full Time Result
Head-to-Head · summary
24
HJK Helsinki
9
Draws
4
Ilves
Previous meetings
CupJul 01
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
21
VeikkausliigaMay 16
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
22
VeikkausliigaOct 30
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
31
VeikkausliigaSep 29
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
22
VeikkausliigaAug 11
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
51
VeikkausliigaApr 05
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
32
VeikkausliigaJul 22
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
10
VeikkausliigaMay 21
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
11
Friendly ClubsMar 11
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
31
VeikkausliigaJul 23
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
12
VeikkausliigaJul 23
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
12
VeikkausliigaMay 08
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
21
VeikkausliigaOct 16
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
23
VeikkausliigaJun 18
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
21
VeikkausliigaMay 11
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
03
Friendly ClubsMar 13
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
21
VeikkausliigaSep 13
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
12
VeikkausliigaSep 13
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
12
VeikkausliigaJul 25
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
20
VeikkausliigaOct 19
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
21
VeikkausliigaOct 19
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
21
VeikkausliigaJul 20
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
11
VeikkausliigaMay 03
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
00
VeikkausliigaSep 26
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
12
VeikkausliigaSep 26
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
12
Kansallinen Liga WomenJun 17
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
23
Kansallinen Liga WomenJun 17
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
23
VeikkausliigaJun 16
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
00
VeikkausliigaJun 16
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
00
VeikkausliigaJun 16
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
00
VeikkausliigaApr 08
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
31
VeikkausliigaApr 08
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
31
VeikkausliigaApr 08
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
31
VeikkausliigaSep 16
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
14
VeikkausliigaJul 16
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
11
VeikkausliigaMay 11
HJK Helsinki
Ilves
20
CupApr 01
Ilves
HJK Helsinki
01

HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Prediction (Jul 01)

The HJK Helsinki vs Ilves prediction for the Cup match on Jul 01, 2026, points to a home win. HJK Helsinki enters this fixture as the clear favorite with a 65% win probability, while Ilves has just a 15% chance of causing an upset. The draw stands at 20%.

Team Form

HJK Helsinki's recent matches show mixed results. In their last four outings before this clash, they recorded two wins, one draw, and one loss: a 0-4 home defeat to KuPS on Jun 27, a 4-0 away win at Mariehamn on Jun 23, a 3-3 home draw with Inter Turku on Jun 17, and a 5-2 away victory at Jaro on Jun 13. That gives them 7 points from the last 12 available.

Ilves, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency. In their last three matches prior to this fixture, they managed one win, one draw, and one loss: a 2-2 home draw with Seinajoen JK on Jun 27, a 3-4 away defeat at KuPS on Jun 23, and a 5-0 home win over Jaro on Jun 17. The away form is particularly concerning, with just one win in their last five road trips across all competitions.

Head-to-Head Record

The all-time head-to-head record heavily favours HJK Helsinki. Out of 37 meetings, HJK have won 24, Ilves only 4, and 9 have ended in draws. Looking at the most recent encounters before this match, HJK are unbeaten in four of the last five: a 2-2 draw at home on May 16, 2026, a 1-3 away loss on Oct 30, 2025, a 2-2 home draw on Sep 29, 2025, and a 5-1 home win on Aug 11, 2025. The historical dominance is undeniable.

Win Probability: HJK Helsinki or Ilves?

Based on the available data — head-to-head record, recent form, and home advantage — we calculate the following win probabilities:

  • HJK Helsinki win: 65%
  • Draw: 20%
  • Ilves win: 15%

The numbers are derived from the historical H2H (64.9% home win rate), adjusted for the current form and the fact that HJK are playing at home. Ilves's poor away record and HJK's strong home form in this fixture make the hosts the most likely winners.

Match Prediction

Considering all the stats, HJK Helsinki are expected to control the game and secure a victory. Ilves may find it difficult to break down a side that has dominated this matchup historically. While the draw cannot be ruled out, the most probable outcome is a home win.

HJK Helsinki vs Ilves — FAQ

Who will win HJK Helsinki vs Ilves?
HJK Helsinki are the favourites with a 65% win probability, while the draw is 20% and Ilves have a 15% chance. Based on the head-to-head record and recent form, a home win is the most likely result.
What is the win probability for HJK Helsinki?
HJK Helsinki have a 65% chance of winning. This is calculated from their 24 wins in 37 previous meetings with Ilves, combined with their current home form and Ilves's poor away performances.
When is the HJK Helsinki vs Ilves match?
The match is scheduled for Jul 01, 2026, at 16:00 (UTC). It is a Cup fixture in Finland.
What are the odds for the match?
Detailed odds for this match are not available in the provided data. Typically, bookmakers would price HJK Helsinki as strong favourites based on the historical head-to-head.
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