FC Lahti vs FC Inter Turku Prediction: Both sides will find the net

An important match is set to take place in Lahti on Wednesday, pitting two teams with contrasting ambitions against each other. As the regular part of the season nears its end with just two rounds remaining, Lahti find themselves striving to maintain a decent position, while Inter Turku are locked in a battle to secure a spot among the top six teams that will grant them entry to the Championship group for the remainder of the season. The outcome of this match carries significant weight for both teams, as securing three points would hold great significance for their respective goals. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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Lahti enter this upcoming match on the back of two consecutive defeats. They suffered a 2-0 loss against VPS and followed it up with a narrow 2-1 defeat at the hands of Inter Turku.

Lahti's performance this season has been lackluster, accumulating a mere 19 points from 20 matches. Their offensive output has seen them net 17 goals, while their defensive line has conceded 28. Presently, only Mariehamn sit below them in the league table, trailing by four points. It's worth noting that three teams are just one point ahead of Lahti, indicating the potential for rapid changes in the rankings. However, given that only two matches remain in the regular season, Lahti's position in the relegation group is already assured.

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Inter Turku enter this upcoming match on the back of a recent 2-1 victory against Lahti. In their previous encounter, Darren Smith opened the scoring in the 40th minute, rebounding from a missed penalty earlier in the match. Matheus Alves equalized for his team in the 60th minute, and Bismark Ampofo secured the winning goal in the 73rd minute.

With just two matches remaining in the regular season, Inter Turku find themselves only 3 points away from securing a position in the Championship group. Currently occupying the 7th spot in the league table, they have accumulated 28 points from 20 games. Over the course of these matches, they have scored 29 goals while conceding an equal number.

Inter Turku are in close pursuit of the 6th position occupied by Oulu, as they are merely 3 points behind. A victory in this upcoming clash would propel them ahead of Oulu, based on a superior goal difference. For Jarkko Wiss' team, securing a place in the Championship group would provide a more stable and secure path than potentially facing the uncertainties of the relegation group.

FC Lahti - Marin Ljubic, Julius Tauriainen, Arian Kabashi, Juho Pirttijoki, Luka Simunovic, Mikko Kuningas, Tommi Jantti, Bubacar Djalo, Loorents Hertsi, Matheus Alves, Leon Krekovic.

Inter Turku - Eetu Huuhtanen, Rodrigo Arciero, Juuso Hamalainen, Nikko Boxall, Christian Legbo, David Agbo, Mikael Almen, Bismark Ampofo, Tommy Jyry, Boubou Diallo, Darren Smith.

Indeed, based on the recent history of matches between Lahti and Inter Turku, the BTTS bet seems likely to be the best option. The fact that all of their last 6 meetings have ended with both teams scoring suggests a consistent pattern in their clashes. Additionally, Inter Turku hold a form advantage, which further supports the idea of them potentially winning the upcoming clash.

• BTTS for 1.80 odds
• W2 for 2.10 odds
• Over 2.5 for 2.00 odds