Tampere United and RoPS meet on Saturday, Aug 22 at 2:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Ykkonen. Tampere United hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Tampere United come into this fixture in red-hot form (5W from last 5). RoPS travel in mixed form (2W 2D 1L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Tampere United here — they've won 8 of 10 previous meetings against RoPS, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in RoPS won 0–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Tampere United look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though RoPS will make it uncomfortable. Tampere United to win.