Veikkausliiga
Oulu vs SJK
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 - 17:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Raatin stadion
Oulu vs SJK Prediction & Stats - Veikkausliiga 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Oulu vs SJK carries real history into this round of the Veikkausliiga.
The two sides meet on 31/08 (Monday) at Raatin stadion, 17:00 (UK time).
Read the Oulu vs SJK prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Oulu vs SJK
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Oulu vs SJK call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
BTTS - Yes
Last updated on 29-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Oulu the side to beat, with roughly 45% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Veikkausliiga odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Oulu Preview
Oulu reach this fixture 21 match into their Veikkausliiga. Here is where Oulu stand:
In this competition
10 won, 3 drawn, 8 lost
1.57 points per game
25 scored, at 1.19 a game
25 conceded, at 1.19 a game
Oulu, season-wide
10 won, 3 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Rasmus Karjalainen, 10 goals
Most assists: Rasmus Karjalainen, 3 assists
Recent results — Oulu
22/08/2026 10:00
16/08/2026 10:00
09/08/2026 12:00
02/08/2026 10:00
25/07/2026 09:30
SJK: how they are travelling
SJK come in 21 matches into their Veikkausliiga.
Here is what SJK have produced:
In this competition
4 won, 6 drawn, 11 lost
0.86 points per game
25 scored, at 1.19 a game
33 conceded, at 1.57 a game
SJK, season-wide
4 won, 6 drawn, 13 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Jeremiah Streng, 4 goals
Most assists: Elias Mastokangas, 2 assists
Recent results — SJK
21/08/2026 12:00
15/08/2026 12:00
07/08/2026 12:00
03/08/2026 12:00
24/07/2026 12:00
The head-to-head
Over 22 recent meetings between Oulu and SJK:
Oulu: 9 win(s)
SJK: 9 win(s)
Drawn: 4
An even record like this keeps the Oulu vs SJK prediction genuinely open.
Form comparison Oulu vs SJK
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Oulu
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
W
D
|
1.57 |
| Home |
L
L
W
L
D
|
1.9 |
| Away |
W
D
L
L
D
|
1.27 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 48% | 60% | 36% |
| Goals | 2.38 | 2.1 | 2.64 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.2 | 1.18 |
| Conceded | 1.19 | 0.9 | 1.45 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 40% | 45% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 40% | 36% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 20% | 27% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.22 | 1.28 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.2 | 1.57 |
Away Team
SJK
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
D
W
|
0.86 |
| Home |
L
L
D
W
L
|
1.09 |
| Away |
L
L
L
D
D
|
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 19% | 27% | 10% |
| Goals | 2.76 | 2.82 | 2.7 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.45 | 0.9 |
| Conceded | 1.57 | 1.36 | 1.8 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 64% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 18% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 18% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.59 | 1.79 | 1.37 |
|
xGA
|
1.47 | 1.41 | 1.54 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Our prediction is: Draw
Oulu will have the home advantage in this match, and with the quality of their players to the strength of their performances, they will have the upper hand. But even with all that said, our betting tip is to go for a draw in Oulu vs SJK.
We just see some flaws that SJK can exploit in order to hold the home side to a draw. And with odds of 3.45, the potential payout for a draw is well worth a shot.
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - 1X
The home team often holds the advantage in the Double Chance market, and that’s the case in this Oulu vs SJK clash. Our recommended bet is for Oulu to win or the match to end in a draw.
Our analysis shows Oulu as the superior side, giving them a strong chance to take all three points. But even if they don’t win outright, their ability to hold firm at home makes the 1X Double Chance bet a reliable option.
Fixture information - Oulu vs SJK
Match: Oulu vs SJK
Competition: Veikkausliiga
Date: Monday, 31/08/2026
Kick-off: 17:00 (UK time)
Venue: Raatin stadion
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Stats
The statistics for Oulu vs SJK that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.4
League: 2.63
Both Teams to Score
45%
League: 50%
Over 1.5+
70%
League: 74%
Over 2.5+
40%
League: 48%
Cards
5
League: 3.75
Corners
11.2
League: 9.96
Home Team
Oulu
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
W
D
|
1.57 |
| Home |
L
L
W
L
D
|
1.9 |
| Away |
W
D
L
L
D
|
1.27 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 48% | 60% | 36% |
| Goals | 2.38 | 2.1 | 2.64 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.2 | 1.18 |
| Conceded | 1.19 | 0.9 | 1.45 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 40% | 45% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 40% | 36% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 20% | 27% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.22 | 1.28 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.2 | 1.57 |
Away Team
SJK
Finland - Veikkausliiga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
D
W
|
0.86 |
| Home |
L
L
D
W
L
|
1.09 |
| Away |
L
L
L
D
D
|
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 19% | 27% | 10% |
| Goals | 2.76 | 2.82 | 2.7 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.45 | 0.9 |
| Conceded | 1.57 | 1.36 | 1.8 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 64% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 18% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 18% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.59 | 1.79 | 1.37 |
|
xGA
|
1.47 | 1.41 | 1.54 |
Corners
9.28 / Match
+9% Corners / Match
SJK received +9% more corners than Oulu in the Veikkausliiga
10.15 / Match
Jaro
(1)
Inter Turku
(3)
HJK
(3)
Ilves
(5)
Mariehamn
(9)
Gnistan
(10)
TPS
(9)(4)
Lahti
(4)
Mariehamn
(5)
Gnistan
(6)
HJK
(8)
Jaro
(8)
KuPS
(8)
VPS
Cards
1.95 / Match
+27% Cards / Match
SJK received +27% more cards than Oulu in the Veikkausliiga
2.48 / Match
Jaro
(3)
Inter Turku
(2)
HJK
(3)
Ilves
(1)
Mariehamn
(4)
Gnistan
(2)
TPS
(2)(4)
Lahti
(2)
Mariehamn
(4)
Gnistan
(2)
HJK
(3)
Jaro
(1)
KuPS
(3)
VPS
Goals Scored
1.19 / Match
+0%
Both Teams are equal in terms of goals scored
1.19 / Match
Jaro
(1)
Inter Turku
(2)
HJK
(0)
Ilves
(1)
Mariehamn
(1)
Gnistan
(0)
TPS
(0)(1)
Lahti
(0)
Mariehamn
(2)
Gnistan
(3)
HJK
(1)
Jaro
(0)
KuPS
(0)
VPS
Goals Conceded
1.19 / Match
+24%
SJK condeded +24% more goals than Oulu
1.57 / Match
Jaro
(0)
Inter Turku
(3)
HJK
(1)
Ilves
(0)
Mariehamn
(1)
Gnistan
(2)
TPS
(3)(2)
Lahti
(2)
Mariehamn
(2)
Gnistan
(0)
HJK
(2)
Jaro
(2)
KuPS
(1)
VPS
Veikkausliiga Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
KuPS
|
21 | 12 | 7 | 2 | 38 | 22 | 16 | 43 | 2.05 |
| 2 |
Inter Turku
|
21 | 10 | 9 | 2 | 28 | 16 | 12 | 39 | 1.86 |
| 3 |
Gnistan
|
21 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 35 | 28 | 7 | 35 | 1.67 |
| 4 |
HJK
|
21 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 34 | 26 | 8 | 34 | 1.62 |
| 5 |
VPS
|
21 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 29 | 21 | 8 | 33 | 1.57 |
| 6 |
Oulu
|
21 | 10 | 3 | 8 | 25 | 25 | 0 | 33 | 1.57 |
| 7 |
TPS
|
21 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 27 | 22 | 5 | 30 | 1.43 |
| 8 |
Lahti
|
21 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 25 | 19 | 6 | 29 | 1.38 |
| 9 |
Ilves
|
21 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 33 | 35 | -2 | 25 | 1.19 |
| 10 |
SJK
|
21 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 25 | 33 | -8 | 18 | 0.86 |
| 11 |
Jaro
|
21 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 42 | -24 | 15 | 0.71 |
| 12 |
Mariehamn
|
21 | 2 | 5 | 14 | 15 | 43 | -28 | 11 | 0.52 |
Odds
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