FF Jaro vs FC Lahti Prediction: A draw is possible

Jaro will continue their fight to return top flight when they face Lahti at the Jakobstads Centralplan in the first leg of the Relegation Playoffs. Both sides last met in 2015. Who will win? Below are previews, H2H, expert betting tips, and odds.

Jaro

Jaro finished second in the second division with 54 points in 27 matches, just 4 points behind KTP, who claimed automatic promotion to the Veikkausliiga. They recorded a 3-0 win over Salpa in their last game of the season. Now they have to face a side with top experience in the top league. However, Jaro won 5 of their last six games, and their performance at home has been superb, with seven wins in their last 8 home games.

Lahti

Lahti were held to a goalless draw in their game of the relegation group and were just two points below safety. They finished the season second to the bottom with 24 points in 27 games. They are winless in their last three games and have seen just one win in their last eight games. However, away from home, they are winless in their last 13 games in all competitions.

H2H

Both sides last met in 2015, when Jaro got relegated. The last three games between the two sides ended in a 1-1 draw on each occasion. Lahti are unbeaten against Jaro in the last five games between them.

Expert Betting Tips

Lahti have been struggling since the start of this season, and their form on the road is really concerning. With this, the best result they can get here is a draw. Moreover, the last three games between the two sides ended in draws.

• Jaro Draw No Bet for 2.45 odds
• 1X for 1.60 Odds
• X for 2.90 Odds