HJK Helsinki VS TPS Turku

Helsinki has been in good form recently, with 7 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 10 matches. They've scored 29 goals and conceded 14. A 5 - 0 victory in the Europa Conference League in the mid - week has significantly boosted their morale. However, they've lost to KuPS and Lahti in the league, showing some inconsistency. In 6 out of the 10 matches, the total number of goals was more than 2. Also, they tend to have a drop in physical strength in the second half, which exposes their defensive vulnerabilities. On the other hand, TPS Turku has had a tough run, with only 3 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses in their last 10 games. They've scored 11 goals and conceded 14. In their last home game, they were defeated 1 - 3 by Ilves. Their away - game performance is weak both in attack and defense, and small - ball results have occurred in 7 out of 10 matches. Helsinki is facing challenges due to a double - header in a week, which has taken a toll on their players' physical condition. Moreover, two of their key center - backs are suspended, leaving their defense in a precarious state. As for TPS, the long away - trip is exhausting. They may not be able to maintain a high - intensity pressing for a long time. Once their counter - attack route is blocked, they'll likely be stuck in a passive defensive position for an extended period.