IFK Mariehamn vs SJK Prediction: Mariehamn will be eager to bounce back from their recent consecutive defeats

Mariehamn will be eager to bounce back from their recent consecutive defeats as they prepare to face SJK in their next fixture on Sunday, June 11. After regaining their winning form with a victory over VPS, SJK will look to carry that momentum into the upcoming match at Wiklof Holding Arena. A successful comeback in this game will be crucial for Mariehamn as they aim to climb the league standings and continue their pursuit of positive results. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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Mariehamn have had a challenging start to the season, collecting only six points from their 10 games. Their position above last-placed VPS is due to a better goal difference. So far, they have scored 11 goals but conceded 17, revealing some defensive vulnerabilities.

While Mariehamn have managed to secure a victory against Haka and add three draws to their record, they are consistent in finding the back of the net. They have failed to score in just two games this season.

In their upcoming match against SJK, Mariehamn's offensive struggles may persist against a defensively-minded opponent. Additionally, the absence of Jamie Hopcutt, who is still sidelined, could further hinder their attacking potential.

Given their current form and the defensive strength of their opponents, Mariehamn faces a tough challenge in their quest for a positive result.

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SJK's impressive start to the season has positioned them well in the league, sitting in second place with 24 points out of a possible 30. With their sights set on catching up to the current leaders, KuPS, SJK will be highly motivated to secure another victory in their upcoming match against IFK Mariehamn.

One of the key factors contributing to their success has been their solid defensive record, having conceded only 3 goals so far, which is the best defensive record in the league. Their ability to keep opponents at bay has been instrumental in their positive results.

Leading the attack for SJK is Jaime Moreno, who will be eager to add to his goal tally and help secure another win for his team. Additionally, the loan signing of Ovie Ejeheri from Arsenal has proven to be a valuable asset in goal, with the 20-year-old goalkeeper already keeping 7 clean sheets and conceding only 3 goals this season. He will be determined to add to his clean sheet record and continue his impressive loan spell with SJK.

In the previous 24 meetings between IFK Mariehamn and SJK, IFK Mariehamn have emerged victorious 10 times, while SJK have won 9 times, with 5 draws between the two teams.

Also, in the last 12 games between IFK Mariehamn and SJK, there have been 9 instances where one team managed to keep a clean sheet, implying a trend of defensive solidity in those encounters.

Considering the current forms of the two sides and the H2H record, it can be inferred that both teams have had their fair share of success against each other, and the upcoming match could once again witness a close battle, potentially leading to a low-scoring affair and a scenario where SJK will win and also keep a clean sheet.

• Under 2.5 for 1.84 odds
• W2 for 1.84 odds
• BTTS-NO for 1.89 odds