PK-35 Vantaa Women suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat at home against reigning champions KuPs Women in a tightly contested Kansallinen Liiga encounter on 12 June 2026. The match, played under the lights at the Myyrmäen jalkapallostadion, saw KuPs maintain their position at the top of the table while PK-35 showed resilience despite the loss.

Match Overview

KuPs entered the fixture as clear favourites, having dominated the Finnish women's top flight in recent seasons. However, PK-35 Vantaa started brightly, pressing high and forcing errors. The breakthrough came in the 23rd minute when a swift counter-attack saw PK-35's left winger cut inside and fire a low shot past the KuPs goalkeeper. The home crowd erupted, sensing an upset.

KuPs responded with typical composure. They equalised just before half-time when a corner kick was met by a towering header from defender Rosa Kärkkäinen. The score remained 1-1 at the break, with both sides creating chances.

Second Half Drama

The decisive moment arrived in the 67th minute. KuPs midfielder Juulia Hakala received the ball on the edge of the box, turned sharply, and unleashed a curling strike into the top corner. PK-35 pushed for an equaliser in the final 20 minutes, but KuPs held firm, securing a vital away victory.

Key stat: PK-35 Vantaa Women have now lost three of their last five home matches, while KuPs extend their unbeaten run on the road to seven games.

Standings Impact

The result keeps KuPs Women top of the Kansallinen Liiga standings with 35 points from 13 matches, four points clear of second-placed HJK. PK-35 Vantaa remain in fifth place on 18 points, but their performance showed they can challenge the league's elite.

For the travelling fans, this was another demonstration of KuPs' championship pedigree. For PK-35, it was a lesson in converting promising play into points. The season is still young, and both sides will look to build on this entertaining contest.