FC Haka Juniors Edge TP-49 3-1 in Finnish Kolmonen Clash

FC Haka Juniors secured a hard-fought 3-1 victory over TP-49 on 25 June 2026 in Finnish Kolmonen action. The home side showed resilience after an early scare, eventually running out comfortable winners thanks to a strong second-half display.

Match Report

The opening stages saw TP-49 take the game to FC Haka Juniors, and it paid off when they opened the scoring in the 18th minute. However, the home side gradually found their rhythm and equalised before half-time. After the break, FC Haka Juniors dominated proceedings and scored twice more to seal the win.

Key Events

• 18' – Goal (TP-49): A fast break down the right flank ended with Eetu Laine firing past the home keeper to give the visitors a surprise lead.
• 39' – Goal (Haka Juniors): A powerful header from Mikko Salonen off a corner brought the scores level at 1-1.
• 63' – Goal (Haka Juniors): A well-worked team move saw Juho Mäkelä slot home from close range to put the home side ahead for the first time.
• 81' – Goal (Haka Juniors): Substitute Arto Lehtonen sealed the victory with a clinical finish after a defensive error, making it 3-1.

Tactical Overview

FC Haka Juniors shifted from a cautious 4-4-1-1 in the first half to a more aggressive 4-3-3 after the break. This allowed them to overload TP-49’s midfield and create more chances defensively. TP-49, after their bright start, dropped deeper and struggled to maintain possession, managing only one shot on target in the second half.

Standout Players

• Juho Mäkelä (Haka Juniors): The match-winner with a goal and an assist, constantly involved in attacking moves.
• Mikko Salonen (Haka Juniors): Solid defensively and a threat from set pieces, scoring the crucial equaliser.
• Eetu Laine (TP-49): Scored the opening goal but faded as the game progressed.

Standings Context

The victory moves FC Haka Juniors up the Finnish Kolmonen table, keeping them in touch with the promotion places. TP-49 remain in mid-table, but will be frustrated by their inability to hold onto an early lead. Both teams have shown they can compete, and this result adds more intrigue to the season ahead.