Vaasan Palloseura vs FC Inter Turku Prediction: The hosts will win

In-form VPS will be eager to maintain their impressive run of form when they welcome Inter Turku to the Lemonsoft Stadion on Thursday. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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VPS Vaasa are currently enjoying a remarkable campaign in the Finnish top flight, sitting in third place with the possibility of securing a European spot. Their impressive form includes a winning streak of twelve consecutive league games.

Under the guidance of coach Jussi Nuorela, VPS Vaasa have not only won these twelve matches but has also consistently scored at least two goals in eleven of them. Their dominance has extended to their home games, with five victories in that period.

In the recent win against FC Honka, VPS Vaasa had a full squad without any injuries. This suggests that Coach Jussi Nuorela might opt for the same starting lineup in the upcoming match. Key players for the team this season have been Peter Godly Michael and Harry Sawyer, who have collectively contributed to twenty-one goals and assists.

Unfortunately, Kalle Multanen has been sidelined with a heel bone injury since April, and he is not expected to be available for the upcoming game on Friday.

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Inter Turku have an impressive record of never being relegated, and while they won't face relegation this season either, their recent performances have been less than ideal. Currently sitting at the bottom of the championship group, they have suffered defeats in their last two league games.

One significant weakness for Inter Turku in recent months has been their performance in away matches. They have managed only three wins in their last eleven away games in the league. Additionally, they have faced defeat in their last three encounters with VPS.

A boost for Inter Turku will be the return of Tommi Jyry, who missed their previous match against KuPS due to a suspension from a red card. The 24-year-old midfielder has been a key contributor this season with six assists and four goals, potentially displacing Axel Kouame in the midfield.

It's worth noting that Petteri Forsell, Tommi Jyry, and Noah Nurmi have each accumulated four yellow cards this season. Another caution in the upcoming match on Friday would result in a one-match suspension for them.

VPS - Teppo Marttinen, Miika Niemi, Juhani Pikkarainen, Mikko Pitkänen, Jesper Engström, Antti-Ville Räisänen, Yevgeni Bashkirov, Prosper Ahiabu, Tyler Reid, Peter Godly Michael, Harry Sawyer.

Inter Turku - Eetu Huuhtanen, Juho Hyvärinen, Juuso Hämäläinen, Mikael Almén, Jussi Niska, Dimitri Legbo Ouguehi, Iiro Järvinen, Tommi Jyry, Bismark Ampofo, Darren Smith, Timo Stavitski.

VPS are riding a remarkable winning streak, having secured victories in their last twelve games. On the other hand, Inter Turku have struggled on the road, failing to win eight of their last eleven league away matches. VPS have also been dominant in their recent home matches, winning each of their last four games. Furthermore, Inter Turku have faced defeat in their last three encounters with VPS, with an aggregate score of 10-1.

Considering these factors, it's highly likely that VPS will emerge victorious in this match, with the possibility of Inter Turku managing a consolation goal.

• W1 for 1.80 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.70 odds
• BTTS for 1.60 odds