Gnistan v Ilves

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Sunday 1 Jun 2025

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16:00 Local Time

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Mustapekka Areena • 

Helsinki, FinlandShow on map

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Gnistan is a professional football team based in Helsinki, Finland, competing in the second-highest division of Finnish football, the Ykkönen. Established in 2006, Gnistan has quickly become a formidable force in the Finnish football scene, securing multiple promotions and establishing themselves as a top-tier team. They have won the Kakkonen title twice, in 2015 and 2018, and have also reached the semi-finals of the Finnish Cup in 2019. The team boasts a talented roster of players, including Finnish international goalkeeper Tommi Vaiho and midfield maestro Joonas Vahtera. Their home matches are played at the Mustapekka Areena, a modern and state-of-the-art stadium with a capacity of 5,000 spectators. With a dedicated fan base and a strong track record, Gnistan is a team to watch in the Finnish football league.

Ilves, also known as Ilves Tampere, is a professional football team based in Tampere, Finland. They compete in the Veikkausliiga, the top tier of Finnish football, and have established themselves as one of the most successful teams in the league. Founded in 1931, Ilves has won the Finnish Cup four times and has been the Veikkausliiga champions twice. The team is currently led by head coach Jarkko Wiss, a former Finnish national team player. The home stadium for Ilves is Tammelan Stadion, which has a capacity of 5,040 and is known for its vibrant atmosphere during matches. Notable players on the current roster include midfielder Tuco, goalkeeper Mika Hilander, and striker Eero Tamminen. With a rich history and a strong team, Ilves is a force to be reckoned with in Finnish football.