Motherwell vs HJK Helsinki: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Thursday 13 August the UEFA Europa Conference League brings Motherwell against HJK Helsinki at Fir Park. Kick-off: 19:30 WAT.
Current form
Motherwell, last 5: DDWWW Their latest outing: 0–0 draw with Falkirk, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.8 scored, 1.0 conceded per game. Defensively they have kept 3 clean sheets in that run.
HJK Helsinki, last 5: WDLWW Their latest outing: 1–0 win over AC Oulu, away. Away from home the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.8 scored, 0.7 conceded per game. Defensively they have kept 4 clean sheets in that run.
Head to head
When they last met (6 Aug 2026) it ended HJK Helsinki 1–1 Motherwell.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Motherwell 1.9 xG, HJK Helsinki 0.9 xG – a total near 2.8. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 52%, GG 57%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Motherwell 61%, draw 25%, HJK Helsinki 15%.
Lower-risk option: Motherwell or draw (85%) at 1.15.
GG/NG: GG (57%) at 1.73.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (76%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Motherwell 2–0 HJK Helsinki. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Motherwell61%fair 1.64 · @1.72
Draw25%fair 4.08 · @3.65
HJK Helsinki15%fair 6.86 · @4.30
2.79Expected goals
1.93Motherwell xG
0.86HJK Helsinki xG
57%Both score
52%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–012%
2–011%
1–110%
2–110%
3–07%
3–16%
From our goals model: Motherwell 1.9 – 0.9 HJK Helsinki expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Motherwell vs HJK Helsinki?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Motherwell vs HJK Helsinki?
On our numbers Motherwell have a 61% chance of winning, the draw 25% and HJK Helsinki 15%.
How many goals will there be in Motherwell vs HJK Helsinki?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 52% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Motherwell vs HJK Helsinki?
Our predicted score is Motherwell 2–0 HJK Helsinki, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.8 goals in total.
When is Motherwell vs HJK Helsinki?
Motherwell vs HJK Helsinki (UEFA Europa Conference League) kicks off on Thursday 13 August 2026 at 19:30 (West Africa Time) at Fir Park.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.