Our KuPS Kuopio vs FC Ilves Prediction: 1-1
KuPS Kuopio vs FC Ilves in the Finland Liigacup is scheduled for an 11:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday February 14, 2026. We expect a 1-1 result in a tightly contested match, with BTTS looking like a reliable bet given both teams’ recent scoring form.
This KuPS Kuopio vs FC Ilves prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
KuPS Kuopio's Last Match – SJK vs KuPS Kuopio
KuPS Kuopio will hope to recover from their recent 0-3 Finland Liigacup setback against SJK on February 7.
FC Ilves's Last Match – VPS Vaasa vs FC Ilves
FC Ilves will seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-1 Finland Liigacup victory over VPS Vaasa on February 7. In that match, FC Ilves recorded 50% possession and 6 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 VPS Vaasa | 50% | 0 (1) | - | 51 |
 FC Ilves | 50% | 0 (6) | - | 54 |
KuPS Kuopio vs FC Ilves Stats
Key Stats
| KuPS Kuopio | FC Ilves | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.27 | Attacking Strength | 0.97 |
| 0.82 | Defence Strength | 0.7 |
| 1.8 | Points Per Game | 1.7 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
KuPS Kuopio are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while FC Ilves average 1.9 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.
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