Haka vs VPS Prediction: Both sides hoping to start the season greatly

Haka will aim to maintain their strong home form this season as they welcome VPS to the Tehtaan kenttä on Saturday. VPS have remained undefeated against Haka at the Tehtaan kenttä in their last 6 meetings there. Can the hosts change their fortune this time? Below are previews, expert betting tips, and odds.

Haka battled in the relegation group towards the end of last season, finishing with 32 points, securing a 12-point lead over the last-placed KTP. Despite their efforts, Haka failed to advance beyond the group phase in the recent league cup, managing only 8 points out of a possible 15.

Entering this clash, Haka come off successive losses in club friendlies, falling 1-0 against Inter Turku and 2-0 against SJK. However, it's worth noting that they have only lost one game at home since February 2023, over a year ago.

VPS emerged as the most informed team in the league during the second half of last season, accruing 43 points, the highest among all clubs, in the last 20 games. However, despite their strong league form, VPS only managed to secure one win in the group phase of the League Cup and failed to progress further. Since their last League Cup game, VPS has participated in 4 club friendlies, registering 3 wins and 1 draw.

While Haka have only lost one game at home since February 2023, VPS have maintained an unbeaten record in their last 6 games against Haka at this venue. Moreover, in 4 of the last 5 games between the two sides, both teams have scored. Additionally, 6 of the last 7 games between them have witnessed 3 or more goals scored.

• BTTS for 1.71 odds
• X2 for 1.60 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.75 odds