Elva vs Tallinna Kalev: prediction and stats
CupRound of 16Kick-off on August 25, 2026 at 04:00 PM (UTC)Elva linnastaadion, Elva
The Footlab model makes Elva the favourite at 51%, against 17% for a draw and 32% for Tallinna Kalev. The most likely score is 3-2.
This model is measured at 53.9% 1X2 accuracy on a temporal hold-out, against 33.3% for random guessing. See the measured accuracy
Probabilities recomputed on Aug 24, 2026 — the full match card is recomputed continuously until kick-off.
Who will win Elva vs Tallinna Kalev?
A very open match: only 2 Elo points separate Elva (1,403) and Tallinna Kalev (1,401).
What is the recent form of both teams?
Over their last 15 matches in all competitions, Elva have 9 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats; Tallinna Kalev have 8, 2 and 5.
The competition is shown for every match: in pre-season, several of these games are friendlies.
| Date | Opponent | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | Maardu(home) | 1-0 | Esiliiga A |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Tallinna Kalev(away) | 0-1 | Esiliiga A |
| Aug 12, 2026 | Joker(home) | 3-0 | Cup |
| Aug 8, 2026 | Tartu Welco(home) | 2-1 | Esiliiga A |
| Aug 1, 2026 | FCI Levadia II(away) | 2-2 | Esiliiga A |
| Date | Opponent | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | Nõmme Kalju II(away) | 3-0 | Esiliiga A |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Elva(home) | 1-0 | Esiliiga A |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Tartu Kalev(home) | 8-0 | Cup |
| Aug 8, 2026 | FC Tallinn(home) | 1-1 | Esiliiga A |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Viimsi(away) | 2-1 | Esiliiga A |
What does the head-to-head say?
Across the last 6 meetings: 1 Elva win(s), 1 draw(s), 4 Tallinna Kalev win(s).
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2026 | Tallinna Kalev 1-0 Elva | Esiliiga A |
| May 24, 2026 | Elva 3-1 Tallinna Kalev | Esiliiga A |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Tallinna Kalev 2-1 Elva | Esiliiga A |
| Oct 30, 2025 | Elva 1-2 Tallinna Kalev | Cup |
| Jan 29, 2023 | Elva 0-0 Tallinna Kalev | Friendlies Clubs |
| Sep 29, 2021 | Elva 1-2 Tallinna Kalev | Esiliiga A |
Last archived meeting: Tallinna Kalev vs Elva on Aug 15, 2026
How many goals should we expect?
Elva score 2.2 and concede 1.1 goals per match over their last 15; Tallinna Kalev score 2.7 and concede 1.5. The model gives a 91% probability of over 2.5 goals and 87% for both teams to score.
| Club | Goals scored / match | Goals conceded / match | Clean sheets | Both teams scored | Over 2.5 goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elva | 2.2 | 1.1 | 5 | 6/15 | 11/15 |
| Tallinna Kalev | 2.7 | 1.5 | 4 | 10/15 | 13/15 |
Over the last 15 matches in all competitions.
Verdict, probable XI and verified absences
The full match card recomputes this prediction continuously until kick-off: multi-market verdict, player-by-player probable XI and web-verified absences.
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How does Footlab compute this prediction?
The model combines both teams' Elo ratings (anchored by competition pool), their recent form weighted by opponent strength, home advantage and a Poisson matrix for scorelines. Its accuracy is measured continuously on the predictions actually published. Methodology and measured accuracy
Frequently asked questions
- Who is the favourite for Elva vs Tallinna Kalev?
- The Footlab model makes Elva the favourite at 51%, against 17% for a draw and 32% for Tallinna Kalev.
- Where and when is Elva vs Tallinna Kalev played?
- Elva vs Tallinna Kalev is played on August 25, 2026 at 04:00 PM (UTC) at Elva linnastaadion, in the Cup.
- Will there be over 2.5 goals?
- The Footlab model gives a 91% probability of at least three goals in this match.
- How reliable is this prediction?
- The Footlab model is measured at 53.9% correct 1X2 outcomes on a temporal hold-out, against 33.3% for random guessing. The breakdown by competition and Elo gap is published on the accuracy page.