In a Veikkausliiga fixture on August 17, 2025, champions HJK Helsinki overcame a stubborn FC Haka side with a 2-1 away victory. The win reinforced HJK's status as the dominant force in Finnish football, as they found a way to win even when not at their absolute best. Playing at Tehtaan kenttä, FC Haka put up a fierce resistance and even took a surprise lead, sending the home fans into delirium. HJK, however, demonstrated their championship mentality by responding before halftime to level the score. The second half was a tense affair, but HJK's superior quality eventually told as they found a late winner to break Haka's hearts. This result allowed HJK to maintain or extend their lead at the top of the Veikkausliiga table, while Haka were left with nothing to show for a valiant effort against the country's best team.