Match Summary
Lahti defeated SalPa 1:0. The match was played in Ykkösliiga 2025. Goals were scored by J. Muzinga 71′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Lahti made 4 substitutions, SalPa made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Lahti and SalPa — 1 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Casagrande
Lineups
Lahti lined up in a — formation under Gonçalo Pereira, while SalPa deployed a — under I. Virtanen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Lahti is 7.16, compared to — for SalPa. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Lahti's highest-rated starter is O. Koskinen (7.57), while SalPa's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Lahti have contributed 20 goals and 9 assists this season, led by O. Koskinen (7G). SalPa's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by O. Lehtisalo (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Lahti field 11 midfielders averaging 7.16, versus SalPa's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 80% for Lahti and —% for SalPa. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Lahti's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for SalPa. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Lahti's starting XI is 22.2 (youngest: V. Huovila (19), oldest: P. Casagrande (26)), while SalPa average 21.0 (youngest: O. Lehtisalo (21), oldest: O. Lehtisalo (21)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Lahti's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 8 for SalPa. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Lahti have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. SalPa show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Lahti and SalPa have met 3 times — Lahti won 3, SalPa won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Lahti leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.67 per match (9 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Lahti are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026