Vaajakoski vs JS Hercules: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
14:00 WAT, Sunday 6 September: Vaajakoski v JS Hercules in the Kakkonen Lohko C, played at Vaajakosken keskuskentta. In the table, Vaajakoski are 8th, in the drop zone, on 21 points after 18 matches; JS Hercules are 9th (in the drop zone) with 21. They are level on points, so the winner climbs above the loser.
Current form
Vaajakoski, last 5: LDWLW Their latest outing: 2–4 defeat to TP-47, away. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 2.3 conceded per game.
JS Hercules, last 5: WLDLW Their latest outing: 3–1 win over Jaro 2, at home. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 3. The attack is flying at 2.3 goals per game.
Momentum favours JS Hercules, collecting 1.7 points per game to 1.2 for Vaajakoski.
Head to head
When they last met (4 Jul 2026) it ended JS Hercules 2–2 Vaajakoski.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Vaajakoski 2.6 xG, JS Hercules 1.5 xG – a total near 4.1. That is an open game on paper: 76% for three or more goals, 68% for GG. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Vaajakoski 61%, draw 17%, JS Hercules 21%.
GG/NG: GG (68%) at 1.33.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 2.5 goals (76%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Vaajakoski 2–1 JS Hercules. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Vaajakoski61%fair 1.63 · @1.53
Draw17%fair 5.80 · @4.75
JS Hercules21%fair 4.70 · @3.90
4.06Expected goals
2.57Vaajakoski xG
1.48JS Hercules xG
68%Both score
76%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
2–19%
3–17%
1–17%
2–26%
2–06%
3–25%
From our goals model: Vaajakoski 2.6 – 1.5 JS Hercules expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Vaajakoski vs JS Hercules?
Our pick is Over 2.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Vaajakoski vs JS Hercules?
On our numbers Vaajakoski have a 61% chance of winning, the draw 17% and JS Hercules 21%.
How many goals will there be in Vaajakoski vs JS Hercules?
We expect about 4.1 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 76% likely and both teams score 68% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Vaajakoski vs JS Hercules?
Our predicted score is Vaajakoski 2–1 JS Hercules, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.1 goals in total.
When is Vaajakoski vs JS Hercules?
Vaajakoski vs JS Hercules (Kakkonen Lohko C) kicks off on Sunday 6 September 2026 at 14:00 (West Africa Time) at Vaajakosken keskuskentta.
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.
