Match Report: FC Jyväskylä Blackbird vs. FC Vaajakoski II – Kolmonen

FC Vaajakoski II claimed a convincing 4-1 win over FC Jyväskylä Blackbird in the Finnish Kolmonen on June 26, 2026. The result boosts Vaajakoski’s push for a top-three finish, while Jyväskylä Blackbird remain in the relegation zone.

Match Report

The visitors took control early, with midfielder Olli Lehtonen scoring a superb free kick in the 8th minute. Jyväskylä Blackbird equalized against the run of play in the 25th minute through a counter-attack finished by winger Juho Mäkinen. However, Vaajakoski II regained the lead just before halftime through a header from defender Antti Rantanen. In the second half, Vaajakoski dominated proceedings, adding two more goals from striker Sami Virtanen and substitute Jonas Koskela to seal the win.

Tactical Analysis

FC Vaajakoski II pressed high and forced errors, while Jyväskylä Blackbird struggled to build from the back. The home side’s midfield was overrun, with Vaajakoski winning the midfield battle 72% of the time in duels.

Key Players

• Olli Lehtonen (Vaajakoski II): A goal and an assist, orchestrated from midfield.
• Juho Mäkinen (Blackbird): Scored a fine equalizer, but isolated up front.
• Sami Virtanen (Vaajakoski II): Clinical finish and tireless running.

Standings Impact

FC Vaajakoski II now sit 4th in the Kolmonen table with 24 points, just three behind the leaders. FC Jyväskylä Blackbird remain 11th with 10 points, facing an uphill battle to avoid relegation.