KuPS vs Gnistan Predictions

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VeikkausliigaVeikkausliiga ยท Finland
high confidence
KuPS

KuPS

AI Predicted Score

1 - 0

Gnistan

Gnistan

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, 29 Oct 2026 at 19:00 EET (venue time) ยท 17:00 UTC (your time)๐Ÿ“ Vare Areena, Kuopio

Win Probability (1X2)

KuPS 48%Draw 33%Gnistan 19%

Best Value Pick

Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5

Recommended Bets: KuPS vs Gnistan

Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
7/10
BTTS: No
7/10

KuPS vs Gnistan: Match Preview

KuPS come into this fixture sitting 3rd in the Veikkausliiga, nine points clear of Gnistan in 4th, but their recent form has been inconsistent with three defeats in the last five. However, a 2-0 win over VPS last time out suggests a degree of defensive stability returning at home. Gnistan, meanwhile, are winless in their last four and have scored just once in their last three league outings, with back-to-back defeats on the road highlighting their attacking limitations away from Helsinki.

Statistically, the matchup leans towards a low-scoring affair. KuPS's home record is robust, conceding just 15 goals in 14 home games (1.07 per game), while Gnistan's away attack averages a modest 1.21 goals per match. The last five for both sides show a combined average of just 1.8 total goals per game. Notably, both teams have failed to score in two of their last five, and KuPS's clean sheet percentage (32%) is among the league's best. Set-piece threat is moderate, with both averaging around 5 corners per game, and discipline is a minor concern with both sides averaging just under 2 yellows per match.

The model expects KuPS to control territory and restrict Gnistan's chances, with the likeliest scenario being a narrow home win or a draw. The most probable scoreline is 1-0, with under 2.5 goals (67% probability) and 'no' on both teams to score (71%) both strongly supported by season-long rates and recent trends.

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KuPS1.25

Expected goals ยท model says 1.25

Gnistan0.70

Expected goals ยท model says 0.70

Win Probability
KuPS 49% Draw 30% Gnistan 21%

Over 2.5 Goals

31%

BTTS: Yes

36%

Likely Scores

1-0 ยท 0-0 ยท 1-1

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KuPS vs Gnistan Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
48%
33%
19%
KuPS 48%Draw 33%Gnistan 19%
Both Teams to Score
29%
71%
Yes 29%No 71%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
33%
67%
Over 2.5 33%Under 2.5 67%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
56%
44%
Over 9.5 56%Under 9.5 44%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind KuPS vs Gnistan that most previews miss.

  • 1Seven of the last ten H2H meetings have been won by KuPS, with Gnistan never winning in this span.
  • 2KuPS and Gnistan have combined for just three goals in their last three league meetings.
  • 3Gnistan have failed to score in three of their last five matches, and have only one clean sheet in that span.

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The Case For This KuPS vs Gnistan Prediction

A low-scoring contest is projected at Vare Areena, with KuPS's defensive solidity at home contrasting with Gnistan's recent attacking struggles on the road. The underlying rates for both sides point to a tight match with limited clear chances.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • โ†’Gnistan have failed to score in 3 of their last 5 matches and average only 0.6 goals per game in that stretch.

Defence

  • โ†’KuPS average just 1.07 goals conceded per home game, while Gnistan score 1.21 per away game.

Match Context

  • โ†’The last three head-to-head matches in all competitions have produced a combined total of just 4 goals.

๐Ÿšฉ KuPS vs Gnistan Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.2expected total corners
Over 56%
Under 44%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 5.7 corners for KuPS and 4.5 for Gnistan, for an expected total of 10.2. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (56%). Over 8.5: 69% ยท Over 10.5: 44%.

How KuPS and Gnistan Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

KuPS vs Gnistan Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals รท 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

KuPSKuPSlast 5 matches
J. J. Moreno CiorciariXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

B. ArmahXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

G. Engvallsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

P. PennanenXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

T. Jyrysub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

J. Luyeye-LutumbaXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

GnistanGnistanlast 5 matches
A. Obileyesub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

R. EremenkoXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

KuPS have endured a patchy run, losing three of their last five, but did keep a clean sheet in a 2-0 win over VPS in their most recent outing. Gnistan's form is even more concerning, with no wins in their last four and just one goal scored in their past three matches. Both sides are trending towards low-scoring, cagey performances as the season closes.

KuPS vs Gnistan โ€” Last 10 Matches

KuPSKuPSLast 10 results
W2-0
L0-1
L0-1
W2-0
D0-0
D1-1
L0-1
L2-4
W2-1
D1-1
Wvs VPS2-0
L@ Inter Turku0-1
Lvs AC Oulu0-1
W@ VPS2-0
Dvs HJK Helsinki0-0
D@ Gnistan1-1
L@ Inter Turku0-1
Lvs Mariehamn2-4
W@ Lahti2-1
Dvs Turku PS1-1

Concerns

  • โˆ’Inconsistent โ€” 3+ losses in last 5
GnistanGnistanLast 10 results
L0-4
L0-1
D0-0
D1-1
W2-1
D1-1
D1-1
W3-2
W3-2
D2-2
L@ HJK Helsinki0-4
L@ VPS0-1
Dvs Inter Turku0-0
Dvs HJK Helsinki1-1
W@ AC Oulu2-1
Dvs KuPS1-1
Dvs Turku PS1-1
W@ HJK Helsinki3-2
Wvs Ilves3-2
D@ SJK2-2

Concerns

  • โˆ’Struggling to score โ€” 0.6 goals/game

What History Says: KuPS vs Gnistan

KuPS have dominated this fixture historically, winning seven and drawing three of the last ten meetings. The most recent three matchups have all finished either 1-0 or 1-1, with Gnistan yet to record a win against KuPS. The H2H pattern is one of low margins and KuPS control, especially in Kuopio.

KuPS vs Gnistan Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

7

KuPS wins

3

Draws

0

Gnistan wins

70%30% draws0%
8 Sept 26Gnistan vs KuPS1-1
1 Aug 26Gnistan vs KuPS0-1
11 Apr 26KuPS vs Gnistan1-0
30 Oct 25KuPS vs Gnistan1-1
27 Sept 25Gnistan vs KuPS0-4
1 Jul 25KuPS vs Gnistan6-2

Things to Watch: KuPS vs Gnistan

  • โš ๏ธOdds are unavailable, so value edges cannot be calculated.
  • โš ๏ธBoth teams have shown some volatility in recent form, with KuPS losing three of their last five and Gnistan winless in four.
  • โš ๏ธPotential rotation or fatigue from KuPS's recent European fixture is not quantifiable from the data.

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Final Verdict

KuPS 1โ€“0 Gnistan

A 1-0 win for KuPS is the most likely outcome, anchored by their superior defensive record at home and Gnistan's recent bluntness in attack. The main risk is KuPS's own recent inconsistency, which could open the door to a low-scoring draw if their attack underperforms.

KuPS vs Gnistan: Common Questions

Who will win KuPS vs Gnistan?

The model gives KuPS a 48% chance of victory, with a 33% probability for a draw and 19% for a Gnistan win. KuPS's strong home defensive record and unbeaten H2H run make them favourites.

Will both teams score in KuPS vs Gnistan?

Both teams to score is rated at just 29%, with 'no' the clear favourite (71%). This is driven by Gnistan's recent struggles in front of goal and KuPS's high clean sheet rate.

Is under 2.5 goals likely in KuPS vs Gnistan?

Yes, under 2.5 goals is rated at 67% probability, reflecting both teams' low recent scoring rates and a strong H2H trend towards tight, low-scoring matches.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for KuPS vs Gnistan: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline โ€” season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 22 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes โ€” see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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