FC Lahti vs KuPS Prediction: Can FC Lahti get a point against the league leaders?

FC Lahti are once again in a precarious position on the table, and it will be hard for them to get anything out of this game. Can they get a point against the league leaders? Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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Lahti had a challenging season last year as they narrowly avoided relegation, finishing 11th on the table. They had to go through a relegation playoff against TPS to secure their place in the top division. However, their struggles seem to have carried over into the current season as they find themselves in trouble once again.

After 11 league matches, Lahti has only managed to accumulate ten points. Their recent form has been particularly concerning, with just one win in their last seven games across all competitions. In their most recent match against KTP, they suffered a 2-0 defeat on the road. The home team dominated the game with 17 shots on goal, while Lahti managed only three attempts, highlighting their struggles to create scoring opportunities.

Altin Zeqiri, who has contributed two goals and two assists this season, was unable to make an impact in their last match. He will be eager to find the back of the net in the upcoming game. However, given Lahti's recent poor form, it will be a difficult task for the team to secure a victory. They have won just one of their last nine league matches, making the challenge even greater.

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KuPS have been one of the top-performing teams in Finland over the past few seasons. In 2022, they narrowly missed out on another title, falling just one point short. However, in the current season, KuPS are leading the league table, holding a one-point advantage over HJK and SJK. With 28 points from 14 games, they have scored 17 goals while conceding only 6.

Recently, KuPS had been on an impressive run of five consecutive victories until their latest match on Tuesday. Unfortunately, they suffered a 1-0 home defeat against Mariehamn, with the deciding goal coming from a late penalty just before halftime. Despite dominating possession with 66% and registering 13 shots, KuPS were unable to salvage a point.

Midfielder Urho Nissila, who had previously scored in three consecutive games, will be eager to regain his scoring form. Although he failed to find the back of the net in the last two matches, he has already contributed five goals and an assist this season, showcasing his attacking prowess.

In their previous 26 encounters, Lahti have emerged victorious in 4 matches, while KuPS have secured victory in 14 matches. 8 matches between the two teams have ended in a draw. On average, these matches have seen 2.54 goals per game, and both teams have scored in 46% of the matches.

The league leaders, KuPS, are considered strong favorites in this match following their narrow defeat in the previous round. Given their focus on maintaining a solid defense, it is likely that they will aim to keep a clean sheet in this match as well.

• W2 for 1.65 odds
• BTTS-NO for 1.70 odds
• Total 2: Over 1.5 for 1.88 odds