AC Oulu VS Ilves Tampere

Oulu has had a mixed performance recently, with only 1 win, 2 draws, and 3 losses in the last six league games. They scored a total of 5 goals while conceding 13. Their away form has been poor, suffering consecutive heavy defeats. However, they managed to hold Mariehamn to a 1 - 1 draw in the last away game, ending their losing streak. The suspension of two key midfielders, Tikhonen and Makelainen, will likely affect the team's midfield control. On the positive side, Oulu has a strong home record, winning 4, drawing 1, and losing only 1 in the last six home games, conceding only 5 goals. They have shown good control of the offensive - defensive rhythm at home and rarely concede goals in the second half. Elvis has a decent record in the last six official games, with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, scoring 15 goals and conceding 9. They won the Europa Conference League qualification game in the middle of the week, but the double - front campaign has taken a toll on their physical condition. Their attacking line has been highly efficient, but their physical strength tends to decline in the second half after long - distance travel. Their away - game defensive stability has also decreased significantly, with more mistakes in the back - line under high - intensity pressure.