HJK Helsinki vs KuPs: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

HJK Helsinki

L W L W W

1st place in Group A

1 - 1

Pen. 5-4

18/03/2023 09:00

KuPs

D W L L W

3rd place in Group B

Finland League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for HJK Helsinki vs KuPs on 18 March 2023 (kick-off: 09:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full HJK Helsinki vs KuPs preview before placing your bet.

HJK Helsinki are currently 1st with 12 points after 5 matches.
KuPs sit 3rd with 7 points from 5 matches.
Head-to-head history favors KuPs, who have won 1 of the last 6 meetings. HJK Helsinki have no wins, while 5 matches ended in draws.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2023

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 HJK Helsinki	12	5	4	0	1	14	7	7
02 Inter Turku	10	5	3	1	1	7	3	4
03 Lahti	7	5	2	1	2	10	9	1
04 KTP Kotka	5	5	1	2	2	6	9	-3
05 Honka Espoo	5	5	1	2	2	3	6	-3
06 IFK Mariehamn	2	5	0	2	3	1	7	-6

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 AC Oulu	9	5	2	3	0	6	4	2
02 FC Haka	7	5	2	1	2	6	6	0
03 KuPs	7	5	2	1	2	3	5	-2
04 Vaasa VPS	6	5	1	3	1	6	6	0
05 SJK Seinajoen	6	5	2	0	3	7	8	-1
06 Ilves Tampere	5	5	1	2	2	4	3	1

Head To Head

16/10/2022 10:00

HJK Helsinki

0 - 1

KuPs

FIN D1

02/07/2022 10:00

HJK Helsinki

1 - 1

KuPs

FIN D1

29/05/2022 09:00

KuPs

0 - 0

HJK Helsinki

FIN D1

31/10/2021 11:00

KuPs

1 - 1

HJK Helsinki

FIN D1

29/08/2021 11:30

HJK Helsinki

1 - 1

KuPs

FIN D1

08/05/2021 08:00

HJK Helsinki

0 - 0

KuPs

FIN CUP

HJK Helsinki

Draw

83%

KuPs

17%

HJK Helsinki Last 6 matches

08/03/2023 11:00

HJK Helsinki 2 - 3 SJK Seinajoen INT CF

04/03/2023 08:00

KTP Kotka 1 - 2 HJK Helsinki FIN LC

22/02/2023 08:00

Inter Turku 4 - 0 HJK Helsinki FIN LC

18/02/2023 08:00

HJK Helsinki 4 - 0 Honka Espoo FIN LC

11/02/2023 10:00

Tromso IL 2 - 3 HJK Helsinki INT CF

08/02/2023 06:30

HJK Helsinki 5 - 2 Lahti FIN LC

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches KuPs

25/02/2023 09:00

KuPs 1 - 1 Vaasa VPS FIN LC

18/02/2023 09:00

KuPs 1 - 0 FC Haka FIN LC

11/02/2023 08:45

Ilves Tampere 3 - 0 KuPs FIN LC

04/02/2023 09:00

KuPs 0 - 1 AC Oulu FIN LC

28/01/2023 08:45

SJK Seinajoen 0 - 1 KuPs FIN LC

14/01/2023 09:00

KuPs 6 - 1 Kuopion Elo INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Finland League Cup

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

301

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

210

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored

285

Avg. per game

0.97

Conceded

161

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

0 (0%)6 (100%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

183 (61%)117 (39%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

175 (60%)118 (40%)

HJK Helsinki

Recent matches

KuPs

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

HJK Helsinki

KuPs

Shots

HJK Helsinki

Total shots

11.41 avg / game

Blocked

305 total

Avg. 3.47

KuPs

Total shots

11.51 avg / game

Blocked

263 total

Avg. 3.17

HJK Helsinki Pass KuPs

Total passes

29498

Avg. 468 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

25290

Avg. 486 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

HJK Helsinki

300

Played games

KuPs

293

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

116

0.40

5.58

1675

Corners

1440

4.91

3.55

1066

Throw-ins

920

3.14

1.43

428

Offsides

377

1.29

2.15

645

GK saves

575

1.96

HJK Helsinki

DISCIPLINARY

KuPs

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.56

467

438

1.49

0.06

0.06

7.77

2331

Fouls

2132

7.28

2.44

733

Tackles

550

1.88

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How We Build the HJK Helsinki vs KuPs Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for HJK Helsinki vs KuPs on 18 March 2023 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 League Cup 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 KuPs 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 KuPs'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 League Cup 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 League Cup standings and the Finland League Cup form table to understand exactly where HJK Helsinki and KuPs sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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