{"id":625318,"date":"2026-08-12T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T18:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/motherwell-vs-hjk-prediction-and-odds-europa-conference-league-13-08-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T18:30:00","slug":"motherwell-vs-hjk-prediction-and-odds-europa-conference-league-13-08-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/motherwell-vs-hjk-prediction-and-odds-europa-conference-league-13-08-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Motherwell vs HJK: Prediction and Odds, Europa Conference League, 13\/08\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"mux-hero\">\n    <div class=\"mux-hero-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-matchup\">\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-league-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/leagues\/europa-conference-league.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb-text\">Europa Conference League<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-teams\">\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/motherwell.png\" alt=\"Motherwell\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">Motherwell<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-center\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-date\">13 Aug 2026<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-time\">19:30<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/hjk.png\" alt=\"HJK\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">HJK<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-prono\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-label\">Prediction:<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-prono-pick\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-text\">Motherwell to win<\/span>\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.63<\/a><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"mux-hero-cta trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>View Odds<img class=\"mux-hero-cta-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/stake.bet.br.png\" alt=\"Stake\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"> &gt;<\/a>\n            \n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-vote\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-vote-title\">Pick your prediction<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-vote-buttons\"><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/motherwell.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> Motherwell<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Draw<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/hjk.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> HJK<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"mux-label-badge\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/leagues\/europa-conference-league.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" style=\"vertical-align:middle;margin-right:4px;\">Europa Conference League &middot; 3rd Qualifying Round<\/div><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Motherwell vs HJK: Prediction and Odds, Europa Conference League, 13\/08\/2026<\/h1><div class=\"mux-meta-bar\"><span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg> 13 Aug 2026<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg> Fir Park<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M19 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H9a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"><\/circle><\/svg> Emmanuel Taiwo<\/span><\/div><p>Fir Park hosts a Europa Conference League third qualifying round decider on 13 August as Motherwell, priced at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\">1.63<\/a>, welcome HJK Helsinki with the tie locked at 1-1. The stakes could not be higher: a place in the play-off round against Freiburg awaits the winner, and Motherwell are chasing a historic first season with two European ties won.<\/p><div class=\"mux-tip-box\">\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-label\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"><\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-main\">1X: Double Chance Motherwell or Draw<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-row\">\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-odd-badge\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.63<\/a><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-bk\">on Stake<img class=\"mux-tip-bk-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/stake.bet.br.png\" alt=\"Stake\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-conf\">&middot; Confidence Medium<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-desc\">Motherwell's fortress record at Fir Park, combined with the tactical pressure on HJK to chase the game away from home, makes the double chance 1X the standout selection.<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-compliance\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 20 Sep 2026 at 15:38 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Projected final score: 1-1<\/h3><p>Motherwell's home fortress is the defining factor here. Their record of <strong>11 clean sheets in 15 home matches<\/strong> and just 0.95 goals conceded per game makes them extremely difficult to beat at Fir Park, and with the tie level at 1-1, a draw suits them. Priced as clear favourites at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\">1.63<\/a>, they carry genuine structural advantage despite a depleted squad.<\/p><p>Both sides carry attacking intent but defensive solidity limits the total. HJK's BTTS rate of only 37% and Motherwell's compact backline point toward a low-scoring affair. With 1.96 reflecting the tight nature of this tie, a two-goal game feels the most probable outcome, with Pukki capable of threatening but Motherwell's defensive shape likely holding firm.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Analysis<\/h2><p>Motherwell enter this second leg as clear favourites at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\">1.63<\/a>, backed by an outstanding home defensive record at Fir Park and an unbeaten run under manager Alfred Johansson. The 1-1 aggregate scoreline keeps the Steelmen firmly in control of their European destiny.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-pros wp-block-list\"><li><strong>11 clean sheets<\/strong> in their last 15 home matches, conceding just 0.95 goals per game on average.<\/li><li><strong>Unbeaten in 5 games<\/strong> under Alfred Johansson, including a 5-0 aggregate win in the previous qualifying round.<\/li><li>Lukas Fadinger has scored <strong>3 goals in 5 games<\/strong>, providing a credible and consistent attacking threat.<\/li><li>HJK conceded <strong>23 goals in 19 Veikkausliiga matches<\/strong> (1.21 per game), leaving them exposed to Motherwell's attack.<\/li><\/ul><p>HJK arrive at Fir Park priced at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"away\">4.20<\/a>, facing a hostile crowd and a Motherwell side built to protect its home record. Despite Teemu Pukki's first-leg goal and manager Rantanen's attacking mandate, the Finns must overturn a tie that structurally favours the hosts.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-cons wp-block-list\"><li>HJK's <strong>BTTS rate of only 37%<\/strong> suggests they frequently fail to contribute to open, high-scoring matches.<\/li><li>Despite <strong>5 shots on target<\/strong> in the first leg, HJK could not secure a lead, exposing their finishing inefficiency.<\/li><li>Two key absentees, including <strong>David Ezeh<\/strong>, reduce HJK's squad options for a crucial away leg.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"mux-callout\"><strong>Key point:<\/strong> With both defences capable of staying organised, the double chance covering Motherwell home or draw pairs well with backing 1.96, given Fir Park's historically low-scoring home environment.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Statistics and Head-to-Head<\/h2><div id=\"mux-ctx\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-ctx-title\">Form &amp; Statistics: Motherwell vs HJK<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"mux-ctx-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-ctx-columns\"><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">Motherwell<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">2\/3 (67%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">1\/3 (33%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">0\/3 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (3)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.5<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">44%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.5<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">HJK<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">2\/3 (67%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">1\/3 (33%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">0\/3 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (3)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">3.4<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">42%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.4<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-stats-h2h\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <table class=\"mux-sh2h-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th class=\"mux-sh2h-label-th\">Statistic<\/th><th class=\"mux-sh2h-home-th\">Motherwell<\/th><th><\/th><th class=\"mux-sh2h-away-th\">HJK<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Last 5 results<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">2W 1D<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">2W 1D<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Avg goals scored<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">1.5<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">2.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Avg goals conceded<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">1.0<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">1.0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Under 2.5 (last 5)<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">2\/3<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">1\/3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">H2H, last 1 meetings<\/td><td colspan=\"3\" class=\"mux-sh2h-h2h-summary\">0 Motherwell &middot; 1 Draws &middot; 0 HJK<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-h2h\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-h2h-title\">Motherwell vs HJK: Head-to-Head<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"mux-h2h-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-h2h-summary\">\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-summary-bar\">\n                <div class=\"mux-h2h-bar-segment mux-h2h-bar-home\" style=\"width:0%\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-h2h-bar-segment mux-h2h-bar-draw\" style=\"width:100%\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-h2h-bar-segment mux-h2h-bar-away\" style=\"width:0%\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-summary-labels\">\n                <span class=\"mux-h2h-label mux-h2h-label-home\">Motherwell <strong>0 %<\/strong><\/span>\n                <span class=\"mux-h2h-label mux-h2h-label-draw\">Draws <strong>100 %<\/strong><\/span>\n                <span class=\"mux-h2h-label mux-h2h-label-away\">HJK <strong>0 %<\/strong><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <p class=\"mux-h2h-stats-title\">Average statistics (recent meetings)<\/p>\n        <div class=\"mux-h2h-stats-grid\">\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-stat\"><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-value\">2<\/span><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-stat\"><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-value\">100%<\/span><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-stat\"><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-value\">1<\/span><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-label\">Home goals<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-stat\"><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-value\">1<\/span><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-label\">Away goals<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-stat\"><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-value\">0%<\/span><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-label\">Over 2.5 goals<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-h2h-stat\"><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-value\">100%<\/span><span class=\"mux-h2h-stat-label\">Under 2.5 goals<\/span><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-odds-tbl\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-ot-title\">Probabilities &amp; Odds: Motherwell vs HJK<\/h3>\n    <span class=\"mux-ot-source\">Source : Stake<\/span>\n    <div class=\"mux-ot-table-wrap\">\n        <table class=\"mux-ot-table\">\n            <thead><tr><th class=\"mux-ot-col-market\">Market<\/th><th class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\">Probability<\/th><th class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\">Odds<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n            <tbody><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Motherwell to win<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"prob_home\">61.3%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.63<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Draw<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"prob_draw\">28.2%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.55<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>HJK to win<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"prob_away\">23.8%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.20<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Both teams to score (Yes)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"prob_btts_yes\">57.8%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.73<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Over 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"prob_over_2_5\">56.2%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"over_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.78<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Under 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"prob_under_2_5\">51.3%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.95<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-ot-footer\">Odds may vary<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Information<\/h2><div id=\"mux-match-info\" class=\"mux-widget\"><div class=\"mux-mi-grid\"><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M6 9H4.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 0-5H6\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 9h1.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 0 0-5H18\"><\/path><path d=\"M4 22h16\"><\/path><path d=\"M10 14.66V17c0 .55-.47.98-.97 1.21C7.85 18.75 7 20.24 7 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M14 14.66V17c0 .55.47.98.97 1.21C16.15 18.75 17 20.24 17 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 2H6v7a6 6 0 0 0 12 0V2Z\"><\/path><\/svg><span><strong>Competition:<\/strong> Europa Conference League<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M4 15s1-1 4-1 5 2 8 2 4-1 4-1V3s-1 1-4 1-5-2-8-2-4 1-4 1z\"><\/path><line x1=\"4\" x2=\"4\" y1=\"22\" y2=\"15\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Stage:<\/strong> 3rd Qualifying Round<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Date:<\/strong> 13 Aug 2026<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg><span><strong>Time:<\/strong> 19:30 BST<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg><span><strong>Stadium:<\/strong> Fir Park<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"mux-lineup\">\n    <div class=\"mux-lineup-header\">\n        <span class=\"mux-lineup-status mux-lineup-status-probable\">Probable lineup<\/span>\n        <h3 class=\"mux-lineup-title\">Lineups: Motherwell vs HJK<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-lineup-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-lineup-columns\"><div class=\"mux-lineup-col\"><h4 class=\"mux-lineup-team\">Motherwell<\/h4><div class=\"mux-lineup-formation\">4-3-3<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Starters<\/p><ol class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-starters\"><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">1<\/span> Alex Paulsen<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">2<\/span> Tom Sparrow<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">3<\/span> Jamie Knight-Lebel<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">4<\/span> Martin Moormann<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">5<\/span> Emmanuel Longelo<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">6<\/span> Lukas Fadinger<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">7<\/span> Oscar Priestman<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">8<\/span> Willy Vogt<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">9<\/span> Matty Booth<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">10<\/span> Ibrahim Said<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">11<\/span> Tawanda Maswanhise<\/li><\/ol><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Bench<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-bench\"><li>Alex Lowry<\/li><li>Regan Charles-Cook<\/li><li>Mikey Booth<\/li><li>Olly Whyte<\/li><li>Luca Ross<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"mux-lineup-absent-section\"><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Absent<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-absent-list\"><li>Aston Oxborough <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(injury)<\/span><\/li><li>R. Callachan <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(injury)<\/span><\/li><li>Johnny Koutroumbis <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Calf injury)<\/span><\/li><li>Jordan McGhee <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Hamstring injury)<\/span><\/li><li>Stephen O'Donnell <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Knee injury)<\/span><\/li><li>Callum Hendry <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Knee injury)<\/span><\/li><li>Apostolos Stamatelopoulos <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Calf injury)<\/span><\/li><li>Paul McGinn <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Knee injury)<\/span><\/li><li>Dylan Williams <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(injury)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"mux-lineup-col\"><h4 class=\"mux-lineup-team\">HJK<\/h4><div class=\"mux-lineup-formation\">4-3-3<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Starters<\/p><ol class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-starters\"><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">1<\/span> Dejan Markovic<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">2<\/span> Miska Ylitolva<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">3<\/span> Ville Tikkanen<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">4<\/span> Till Cissokho<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">5<\/span> Kaius Simojoki<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">6<\/span> Lucas Lingman<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">7<\/span> Mouhamed Gueye<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">8<\/span> Martin Kirilov<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">9<\/span> Santeri Haarala<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">10<\/span> Teemu Pukki<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">11<\/span> Alfie Cicale<\/li><\/ol><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Bench<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-bench\"><li>Mitja Haapanen<\/li><li>Amara Nallo<\/li><li>Emil Leve&auml;lahti<\/li><li>Jere Kallinen<\/li><li>Liam M&ouml;ller<\/li><li>Mads Borchers<\/li><li>Leo Lappalainen<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"mux-lineup-absent-section\"><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Absent<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-absent-list\"><li>David Ezeh <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(absentee)<\/span><\/li><li>Eemil Toivonen <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(absentee)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-lineup-confidence\">Low confidence<\/p>\n<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-narrative\">Both sides line up in a <strong>4-3-3<\/strong> mirror formation, setting the stage for a tactically even contest at Fir Park. HJK's XI carries the stronger sourcing confidence, while Motherwell's selection is speculated from multiple outlets, so a late change or two from the home dugout cannot be ruled out.<\/p><p class=\"mux-lineup-narrative\"><strong>Teemu Pukki<\/strong> is the name that will draw most attention up front for the Finnish visitors, his experience at this level a clear asset. For Motherwell, Tawanda Maswanhise on the opposite flank offers pace and directness that could stretch HJK's defensive shape in the early exchanges.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts on the predictions for Motherwell vs HJK<\/h2><p>Motherwell's fortress record at Fir Park, combined with the tactical pressure on HJK to chase the game away from home, makes the <strong>double chance 1X<\/strong> the standout selection. The home side's defensive solidity and Alfred Johansson's unbeaten start provide a reliable foundation. Back Motherwell to avoid defeat, with the home win available at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\">1.63<\/a> and the draw at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"draw\">3.55<\/a>. Odds correct at time of publication.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the main prediction for Motherwell vs HJK?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The main pick is <strong>Home or Draw (1X)<\/strong>, with Motherwell priced as clear favourites at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\">1.63<\/a>, reflecting their exceptional home defensive record of 11 clean sheets in 15 matches at Fir Park. That fortress-like form is the single most decisive factor in this Europa Conference League qualifier.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the highest odd for Motherwell to win?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The best available price for a straight Motherwell win is <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\">1.63<\/a>. For bettors seeking safer coverage, a double chance backing Motherwell or the draw protects you against a narrow HJK victory while still returning a profit if the Steelmen hold firm at Fir Park.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will there be more or less than 2.5 goals in this match?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The lean here is <strong>Under 2.5 goals<\/strong> at 1.96. Motherwell have conceded an average of just 0.95 goals per home game across their last 15 matches, and the first leg produced only a 1-1 scoreline, suggesting both sides prioritise defensive solidity over open, expansive football.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>When and where is Motherwell vs HJK played?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The match kicks off at <strong>19:30 BST (local time)<\/strong> on <strong>13 August 2026<\/strong> at <strong>Fir Park, Motherwell<\/strong>, Scotland. It is the second leg of the Europa Conference League Third Qualifying Round, with the aggregate score level at 1-1.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can HJK pull off an upset against Motherwell?<\/summary>\n\n<p>An HJK upset is possible but difficult. The Finns are priced as clear outsiders at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_motherwell_hjk_19766260\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"away\">4.20<\/a>, and while Teemu Pukki's threat is genuine and manager Johansson has explicitly ruled out a defensive approach, HJK managed only five shots on target in the first leg, suggesting their attacking output may not be sufficient on Scottish soil.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Which alternative market offers the best value?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The <strong>Under 2.5 goals<\/strong> market at 1.96 offers solid value as an alternative. Motherwell's home defensive record is among the stingiest in this qualifying round, and with both managers mindful of a tight aggregate tie, a cautious, low-scoring second leg is the most logical outcome.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Motherwell vs HJK: Prediction and Odds, Europa Conference League, 13\/08\/2026 Fir Park hosts a Europa Conference League third qualifying round decider on 13 August as Motherwell, priced at , welcome HJK Helsinki with the tie locked at 1-1. The stakes could not be higher: a place in the play-off round against Freiburg awaits the winner, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":625317,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_mux_skip_reasons":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[73],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-625318","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-predictions"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/625318","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=625318"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/625318\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/625317"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=625318"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=625318"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=625318"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}