Tappara vs Kiekko-Espoo predictions, Feb 07, 2026

Feb 05, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Saturday,

Tappara

Kiekko-Espoo

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On February 7, 2026, Tappara will host Kiekko-Espoo in what promises to be an engaging Finnish SM-liiga matchup. Tappara enters the game following a solid performance, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 outings. Their recent form suggests a team in good rhythm, with a strong home advantage that could play a critical role in this contest.

Kiekko-Espoo, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency, winning only 2 of their last 5 matches. Despite this, they have shown flashes of potential and will be eager to capitalize on any opportunities that arise. The visiting team will need to tighten their defensive structure and find ways to penetrate Tappara’s robust defense, which has been a defining feature of their recent success.

According to bookmakers, Tappara is favored with odds at 1.48 for a home win, reflecting their stronger recent performance. The model prediction gives Tappara a 60.9% chance of victory, while Kiekko-Espoo holds a 17.4% chance of an upset.

In summary, while Tappara’s form tilts the scales in their favor, hockey can be unpredictable, and Kiekko-Espoo may yet surprise. Fans can expect a closely contested battle at the arena.

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Tappara
64%		 Draw
19.3%		 Kiekko-Espoo
16.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Tappara: 34.43% Kiekko-Espoo: 0.81%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.44 4.3 5.05
betsson 1.44 5.1 6.2
MarathonBet 1.46 5.3 5.28
WilliamHill 1.36 4.6 5.5
Pinnacle 1.48 4.65 5.58
Best for US Customers 1.47 4.75 5.5

Latest Results

04.02.26 Tappara hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 1:4
31.01.26 HIFK Hockey – Tappara hockey – 6:5 penalties
30.01.26 Tappara hockey – SaiPa hockey – 6:1
27.01.26 Mikkelin Jukurit – Tappara hockey – 2:3
24.01.26 Tappara hockey – TPS hockey – 4:3		 31.01.26 SaiPa hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:3 penalties
24.01.26 KooKoo – Kiekko-Espoo – 5:1
23.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Kärpat Oulu – 1:2
21.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – HPK Hockey – 2:3 OT
17.01.26 HIFK Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:3

Facts

  • This match features a clash between the league leader and a mid-table team (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: Quarter~finals) and 10 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tappara won 3.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Tappara may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Tappara is the team to beat.
  • We predict that Tappara will win today’s game, with odds of 1.44.
  • In the last 13 head-to-head matches, Tappara won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 42:36. (average 3.2:2.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tappara won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 21:13. (average 3.5:2.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Tappara hockey – 2:5
    18.10.25 Tappara hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:4 penalties
    17.10.25 Kiekko-Espoo – Tappara hockey – 4:3 penalties
    24.03.25 Kiekko-Espoo – Tappara hockey – 3:4 OT
    22.03.25 Tappara hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 46 28 2 3 13 170:114 91
    2 JYP 44 21 8 3 12 153:127 82
    3 KooKoo 44 22 7 1 14 158:110 81
    4 Lukko 46 22 6 3 15 144:120 81
    5 SaiPa 46 22 4 7 13 153:131 81
    6 Ilves 46 21 7 4 14 145:117 81
    7 KalPa 45 21 5 4 15 137:134 77
    8 Assat 46 20 6 3 17 129:120 75
    9 IFK Helsinki 46 17 4 4 21 110:149 63
    10 Kiekko-Espoo 46 15 4 7 20 115:135 60
    11 Pelicans 44 13 7 6 18 88:111 59
    12 TPS Turku 47 12 7 8 20 111:135 58
    13 Jukurit 44 14 3 6 21 102:118 54
    14 Karpat 46 13 5 5 23 137:152 54
    15 Hameenlinna 45 12 5 8 20 104:125 54
    16 Vaasan Sport 45 9 1 9 26 94:152 38

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.58 (34.43%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.74%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6.56 (13.54%)

    4. JYP Jyvaskyla: 15 (5.92%)

    5. Saipa: 16.6 (5.35%)

    6. KooKoo: 17 (5.23%)

    7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.8 (4.99%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 23.4 (3.8%)

    9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.53%)

    10. Assat Pori: 74.2 (1.2%)

    11. TPS Turku: 92.2 (0.96%)

    12. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.89%)

    13. Hameenlinna: 100.2 (0.89%)

    14. Kiekko-Espoo: 110.2 (0.81%)

    15. Jukurit: 180.2 (0.49%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 380.2 (0.23%)

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