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Finland 1 Veikkausliiga: FC Haka J vs IFK Mariehamn
Kickoff Time: 2024-06-07 23:00(HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo
Haka are kind of middle strength in the Finnish Veikkausliiga, and their performance at the start of the season has been satisfactory. Currently, they have 14 points with a record of four wins, two draws, and three losses, placing them sixth in the standings. In their last league match, Haka lost 1-3 to FC Inter Turku in an away game. Over the last 10 games, they have recorded six wins, two draws, and two losses, showing a decent overall performance. In terms of stats, Haka have scored a total of 15 goals and conceded 16 so far. Their offensive and defensive performance is not exceptional, but it is also not too bad. It’s worth mentioning that Haka tend to perform better at home than away. In the league, they have secured three wins, one draw, and one loss in five home games, resulting in a 60% home winning rate.
IFK Mariehamn caused an upset with a 2-0 victory over SJK in their last away game. This win also ended their three-game losing streak in the league and showed an improvement in their performance. Mariehamn have consistently been relative weak in the league, often lingering near the bottom of the standings. Currently, they have 12 points with a record of three wins, three draws, and three losses, placing them seventh in the standings. Their start to the season has been relatively good. In terms of stats, Mariehamn have scored a total of 13 goals and conceded 13 in the league so far. Their performance in both offense and defense is quite average. Additionally, Mariehamn’s away performance has been relatively poor, with only one win, one draw, and two losses in four away games in the league.
Overall, the two teams have a similar status and ranking, but Haka are generally considered slightly stronger than Mariehamn. Furthermore, Haka have a strong home performance and have achieved two wins and one draw against Mariehamn in their last three encounters at home. Considering these factors, Haka are expected to regain their form and take advantage of their home ground in this match.
FC Haka J’s Last 5 Games: LWLWW
24-05-31 FC Inter Turku 3-1 FC Haka J
24-05-24 FC Haka J 4-3 AC Oulu
24-05-18 Ilves 5-0 FC Haka J
24-05-11 FC Haka J 2-0 SJK
24-05-08 Lahden Reipas 1-5 FC Haka J
IFK Mariehamn’s Last 5 Games: WDDLW
24-05-31 SJK 0-2 IFK Mariehamn
24-05-26 IFK Mariehamn 1-1 IF Gnistan
24-05-17 AC Oulu 1-1 IFK Mariehamn
24-05-12 FC Lahti 3-0 IFK Mariehamn
24-05-09 LPS Laajasalon 0-5 IFK Mariehamn
Head To Head Record:
23-09-22 IFK Mariehamn 2-1 FC Haka J
23-08-11 FC Haka J 1-1 IFK Mariehamn
23-05-13 IFK Mariehamn 2-1 FC Haka J
22-08-06 IFK Mariehamn 2-0 FC Haka J
22-06-18 FC Haka J 3-2 IFK Mariehamn
Prediction: FC Haka J to win