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Finland. Kakkonen. Division 2

Hercules Oulu vs VPS Akatemia: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Hercules Oulu Hercules OuluvsVPS Akatemia VPS Akatemia
Our predictionDraw
Confidence: High · 70/100
Score hint: 2-2

Our model leans the draw (49% probability), high confidence.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · Hercules Oulu30%
Draw49%
2 · VPS Akatemia21%
1 · Hercules OuluDraw2 · VPS Akatemia
Full team comparison

Value radar

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply — a potential value spot.

O/U 2.5Under 2.53.50+7.5%
1X2Draw1.92+0.5%
1X2Hercules Oulu3.10+0.1%
1X2VPS Akatemia4.30-0.6%
O/U 2.5Over 2.51.29-13.8%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = potential value. Not betting advice.

Recent form

Hercules OuluLWLLW
VPS AkatemiaDLLLD

Expected goals

1.89Hercules Oulu
xG
1.43VPS Akatemia
Over 2.5 goals64%
Both teams to score64%
Team strength rating
Hercules Oulu
44
VPS Akatemia
38

Most likely scorelines

1-19.8%
2-19.2%
1-27.0%
1-06.9%
2-26.6%
2-06.5%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Hercules Oulu VPS Akatemia

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Draw1.92Fair
Total goalsOver 2.51.29Fair

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. "Value" means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

H \ A012345
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1710731
269731
34642
4232
51

Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Full analysis

The model blends the odds, head-to-head history and recent form to frame this clash between Hercules Oulu and VPS Akatemia. After removing the bookmaker margin, the probabilities settle at 30% for Hercules Oulu, 49% for the draw and 21% for VPS Akatemia.

Several signals point toward the draw. The odds point to a clear favourite. The head-to-head history is finely balanced.

Across the last 4 meetings, the record reads 2 Hercules Oulu wins, 0 draws and 2 VPS Akatemia wins. Recent scorelines: 8-0, 1-2, 5-1, 1-3.

If the trend holds, a scoreline around 2-2 is plausible — treat it as a pointer, not a certainty.

On form, Hercules Oulu show L-W-L-L-W across their recent outings, while VPS Akatemia read D-L-L-L-D. Recent momentum carries weight in the assessment, particularly when combined with home advantage and the competition context.

On the secondary markets, our model puts over 2.5 goals at 64% and both teams to score at 64%. The match profile leans toward a higher goal total.

Our model flags a disagreement with the market on "Under 2.5" (O/U 2.5): we rate it 36% versus the 29% implied by odds of 3.50, an edge of 7.5 points. That's where the market appears to underrate the true likelihood.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Hercules Oulu or VPS Akatemia?

Our model rates the draw as the most likely outcome at 49% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Hercules Oulu vs VPS Akatemia?

A scoreline around 2-2 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

What's the head-to-head record?

In the last 4 meetings: 2 Hercules Oulu wins, 0 draws, 2 VPS Akatemia wins.

Over or under 2.5 goals?

The indicators lean toward over 2.5 goals.

See odds at bookmakers

League table

Finland. Kakkonen. Division 2
#TeamGPWLTGPts
1FF Jaro II761019:1218
2TP-47740316:1015
3Narpes Kraft733121:1810
4SJK Akatemia II733113:1310
5JBK Pietarsaari734010:109
6Hercules Oulu734013:149
7GBK Kokkola734010:169
8 Urho/Huima 723215:168
9VPS Akatemia712414:157
10Vaajakoski715114:214
Promotion - Division 2 - Group C (Winners stage) Division 2 - Group C (Losers stage)

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