Tournament: Veikkausliiga Finland
Venue: Raatin stadion (Oulu)
Game Time: July 20, 2024, 09:00
On July 20, 2024, in the 16th round of the Veikkausliiga of Finland, Oulu will host Ekenäs. Both teams are looking to distance themselves from the relegation zone, making this an important match for both sides.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Oulu: Has lost only two of their last eight matches.
- Ekenäs: Has won twice in regulation time in their last six matches, including cup games.
- Common Scoreline: 1-1 between these clubs (four times).
- Oulu's Last Home Victory over EIF: In 2017.
- Goal Distribution:
- Oulu has scored 25% of their goals between the 61st and 75th minutes.
- Ekenäs has scored 25% of their goals between the 16th and 30th minutes.
- First Half Wins: Oulu wins the first half in 29% of cases, while Ekenäs does so in 39% of cases.
Team Analysis
Oulu The "Dark Blues" finished seventh last season, a respectable result for a team that has spent most of the last decade in the second division. Currently, their results are modest, just one victory above the relegation zone. However, they have shown signs of improvement, defeating KuPS and Lahti in recent matches. They have struggled against SJK, losing both in the cup and the league.
Ekenäs "EIF" is playing in the top division of Finland for the first time since 1933. Last season, they earned direct promotion from Ykkönen. As a newcomer, they have found it challenging, winning their first match only on their tenth attempt. They recently had consecutive victories against Gnistan and VPS but suffered a heavy 0-7 defeat to KuPS.
Team News
Oulu
- Bratzos: No personnel problems reported.
Ekenäs
- Efimov: Questionable for this match.
Possible Starting Lineups
Oulu (probable lineup):
Ward - Bengtsson, Elo, Abadid, Salmensuu - Rennicks, Jokelainen, Kalinen, Metaxas, Alsanati - Koffi
Ekenäs (probable lineup):
Huhtanen - Lindholm, Vehkonen, Lexell, Katz, Lehtonen - Fofana, Puro, Adu, Pallas - Ojala
Head to Head Matches: Oulu vs Ekenäs
In April, the sides played for the first time since autumn 2020 and finished in a draw.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Oulu vs Ekenäs
The "Dark Blues" are playing at home and should take full advantage of hosting the newcomer. We predict their victory (odds – 1.67).
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