Turku PS host HJK Helsinki in the Veikkausliiga on Friday 8 May, with kick-off at 16:00 (WAT) at Veritas Stadium. Turku PS are 3rd with 32 points from 27 games, while HJK Helsinki sit 2nd on 59 points. A gap of 27 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Turku PS's last 5: DWWWL Most recently they drew with Gnistan 1–1 at home. At home they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.2 scored and 1.3 conceded.
HJK Helsinki's last 5: WDDWL Most recently they beat Lahti 1–0 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 1.0 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 21 February 2026, finished HJK helsinki 3–1 Turku PS.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 0.8 for Turku PS and 1.7 for HJK Helsinki. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 51%, both teams to score at 57%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Turku PS 20%, draw 20%, HJK Helsinki 60%.
Safer route: HJK Helsinki or draw (80%) at 1.14.
Both teams to score: yes (57%) at 1.67.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 70% chance at odds of 1.40. Predicted score: Turku PS 0–1 HJK Helsinki. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Turku PS20%fair 5.10 · @4.45
Draw20%fair 4.98 · @3.90
HJK Helsinki60%fair 1.66 · @1.64
2.58Expected goals
0.84Turku PS xG
1.74HJK Helsinki xG
57%Both score
51%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
0–113%
0–211%
1–111%
1–210%
0–08%
0–37%
From our goals model: Turku PS 0.8 – 1.7 HJK Helsinki expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Turku PS vs HJK Helsinki?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 70% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.40.
Who will win Turku PS vs HJK Helsinki?
On our numbers Turku PS have a 20% chance of winning, the draw 20% and HJK Helsinki 60%.
How many goals will there be in Turku PS vs HJK Helsinki?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 51% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Turku PS vs HJK Helsinki?
Our predicted score is Turku PS 0–1 HJK Helsinki, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Turku PS vs HJK Helsinki?
Turku PS vs HJK Helsinki (Veikkausliiga) kicks off on Friday 8 May 2026 at 16:00 (West Africa Time) at Veritas Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
