HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Tampere: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 May

HJK Helsinki

D W L L W

3rd place in Finland Veikkausliga

2-2

16/05/2026 07:00

Ilves Tampere

W L D L W

9th place in Finland Veikkausliga

Finland Veikkausliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Tampere on 16 May 2026 (kick-off: 07:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Tampere preview before placing your bet.

HJK Helsinki are currently 3rd with 28 points after 17 matches.
Ilves Tampere sit 9th with 22 points from 17 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: HJK Helsinki to win with probability 55%.
Head-to-head history favors Ilves Tampere, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. HJK Helsinki have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

07:00

2026-05-16

HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Tampere - Prediction & Odds

HJK Helsinki

Ilves Tampere

2026-05-16 07:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 KuPs	36	17	10	6	1	32	16	16
02 Inter Turku	31	17	8	7	2	24	14	10
03 HJK Helsinki	28	17	8	4	5	28	20	8
04 Gnistan Helsinki	28	17	8	4	5	27	21	6
05 Vaasa VPS	27	17	7	6	4	24	16	8
06 AC Oulu	27	17	8	3	6	21	21	0
07 Lahti	22	17	6	4	7	20	16	4
08 TPS Turku	22	17	6	4	7	20	20	0
09 Ilves Tampere	22	17	6	4	7	29	30	-1
10 Jaro	15	17	3	6	8	17	33	-16
11 SJK Seinajoen	14	17	3	5	9	19	27	-8
12 IFK Mariehamn	5	17	0	5	12	9	36	-27

Head To Head

30/10/2025 13:00

Ilves Tampere

3 - 1

HJK Helsinki

FIN D1

29/09/2025 12:00

HJK Helsinki

2 - 2

Ilves Tampere

FIN D1

11/08/2025 12:00

HJK Helsinki

5 - 1

Ilves Tampere

FIN D1

05/04/2025 08:00

Ilves Tampere

3 - 2

HJK Helsinki

FIN D1

28/09/2024 12:30

HJK Helsinki

0 - 1

Ilves Tampere

FIN D1

06/07/2024 08:00

Ilves Tampere

3 - 0

HJK Helsinki

FIN D1

HJK Helsinki

17%

Draw

17%

Ilves Tampere

67%

HJK Helsinki Last 6 matches

08/05/2026 11:00

TPS Turku 1 - 0 HJK Helsinki FIN D1

04/05/2026 12:00

HJK Helsinki 1 - 0 Lahti FIN D1

29/04/2026 12:00

Inter Turku 1 - 1 HJK Helsinki FIN D1

26/04/2026 09:00

KuPs 1 - 1 HJK Helsinki FIN D1

18/04/2026 07:00

Gnistan Helsinki 0 - 3 HJK Helsinki FIN D1

11/04/2026 10:00

HJK Helsinki 0 - 1 AC Oulu FIN D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Ilves Tampere

08/05/2026 11:00

Ilves Tampere 1 - 0 AC Oulu FIN D1

02/05/2026 08:00

SJK Seinajoen 1 - 1 Ilves Tampere FIN D1

24/04/2026 11:00

Vaasa VPS 3 - 2 Ilves Tampere FIN D1

18/04/2026 12:00

IFK Mariehamn 2 - 2 Ilves Tampere FIN D1

11/04/2026 12:00

Inter Turku 2 - 1 Ilves Tampere FIN D1

04/04/2026 10:00

Ilves Tampere 1 - 3 KuPs FIN D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Finland Veikkausliga

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

HJK Helsinki

Ilves Tampere

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.59

Scored

Avg. per game

0.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 17 matches

YesNo

9 (53%)8 (47%)

In last 17 matches

NoYes

11 (65%)6 (35%)

HJK Helsinki

Recent matches

Ilves Tampere

Under /Over

(71%)12 5(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)14 3(18%)

Under /Over

(24%)4 13(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

Under /Over

(53%)9 8(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)8 9(53%)

/Yes

(41%)7 10(59%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)11 6(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

HJK Helsinki

Ilves Tampere

Shots

HJK Helsinki

Total shots

13.13 avg / game

Blocked

62 total

Avg. 4.13

Ilves Tampere

Total shots

11.56 avg / game

Blocked

43 total

Avg. 2.87

HJK Helsinki Pass Ilves Tampere

Total passes

7832

Avg. 490 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

7576

Avg. 474 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

HJK Helsinki

Played games

Ilves Tampere

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

Clean sheets

0.29

5.06

Corners

4.18

19.41

330

Throw-ins

278

16.35

1.41

Offsides

1.29

2.88

GK saves

3.06

HJK Helsinki

DISCIPLINARY

Ilves Tampere

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.12

1.59

0.06

0.06

10.18

173

Fouls

155

9.12

10.29

175

Tackles

203

11.94

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How We Build the HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Tampere Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Tampere on 16 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Finland Veikkausliga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

HJK Helsinki vs Ilves Tampere Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess HJK Helsinki's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ilves Tampere's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Finland Veikkausliga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Finland Veikkausliga standings and the Finland Veikkausliga form table to understand exactly where HJK Helsinki and Ilves Tampere sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Finland Veikkausliga predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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