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As Tappara prepares to host JYP in an upcoming SM-liiga clash on February 18, 2026, both teams are showing similar recent form, with each securing two wins in their last five matches. This matchup is poised to be competitive, given the parity in their performances.
Tappara, playing at home, has the advantage of familiar surroundings. With a probability of 57.2% for a home win according to model predictions, they will aim to leverage their home crowd support and tactical strength to control the game’s tempo. Their ability to play a strong defensive game could be a decisive factor, as they focus on maintaining possession and creating scoring opportunities through strategic setups.
On the other hand, JYP will look to capitalize on their underdog status, as the bookmakers have set their odds at 4.64 for an away victory. With a lower probability of 20.5% for winning, JYP must rely on swift counterattacks and disciplined play to exploit any weaknesses in Tappara’s defense.
In conclusion, while Tappara is favored to win, JYP’s resilience and adaptability mean that an upset is always a possibility. Bettors should consider both teams’ recent forms and tactical approaches before making their decisions.
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| Tappara 58.2% |
Draw 21% |
JYP 20.8% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Tappara: 35.13%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.6 | 4.13 | 4.55 | |
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1.62 | 4.58 | 4.63 | |
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1.61 | 4.8 | 4.28 | |
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1.61 | 4.33 | 4.58 | |
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1.6 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Latest Results
| 14.02.26 Lukko Hockey – Tappara hockey – 1:4 13.02.26 Tappara hockey – Ilves hockey – 4:1 07.02.26 Tappara hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:4 04.02.26 Tappara hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 1:4 31.01.26 HIFK Hockey – Tappara hockey – 6:5 penalties |
14.02.26 JYP Hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 3:2 OT 13.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – JYP Hockey – 9:2 07.02.26 JYP Hockey – HIFK Hockey – 2:0 05.02.26 JYP Hockey – HPK Hockey – 4:5 penalties 03.02.26 Lukko Hockey – JYP Hockey – 5:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 03.12.25 Tappara hockey – JYP Hockey – 6:3 26.09.25 JYP Hockey – Tappara hockey – 4:3 08.01.25 JYP Hockey – Tappara hockey – 6:4 27.12.24 Tappara hockey – JYP Hockey – 3:2 05.10.24 Tappara hockey – JYP Hockey – 5:0 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Tappara | 49 | 30 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 181:120 | 97 |
| 2 | SaiPa | 51 | 25 | 6 | 7 | 13 | 173:139 | 94 |
| 3 | KooKoo | 49 | 26 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 177:120 | 93 |
| 4 | Lukko | 50 | 25 | 6 | 3 | 16 | 155:127 | 90 |
| 5 | KalPa | 50 | 25 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 152:142 | 89 |
| 6 | JYP | 48 | 22 | 9 | 4 | 13 | 164:143 | 88 |
| 7 | Ilves | 50 | 23 | 7 | 4 | 16 | 155:127 | 87 |
| 8 | Assat | 51 | 21 | 6 | 4 | 20 | 140:140 | 79 |
| 9 | Kiekko-Espoo | 50 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 20 | 126:142 | 70 |
| 10 | TPS Turku | 52 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 22 | 123:143 | 67 |
| 11 | IFK Helsinki | 50 | 18 | 4 | 4 | 24 | 116:162 | 66 |
| 12 | Pelicans | 49 | 15 | 7 | 7 | 20 | 109:127 | 66 |
| 13 | Hameenlinna | 50 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 23 | 118:144 | 59 |
| 14 | Karpat | 50 | 14 | 5 | 5 | 26 | 145:163 | 57 |
| 15 | Jukurit | 49 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 25 | 107:131 | 56 |
| 16 | Vaasan Sport | 50 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 30 | 99:170 | 39 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 2.52 (35.13%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.7%)
3. Lukko Rauman: 8.8 (10.08%)
4. Saipa: 12.76 (6.95%)
5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.4 (6.62%)
6. KooKoo: 16.2 (5.47%)
7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.8 (4.98%)
8. IFK Helsinki: 21 (4.22%)
9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.52%)
10. Assat Pori: 77.4 (1.15%)
11. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.88%)
12. TPS Turku: 100.2 (0.88%)
13. Hameenlinna: 100.2 (0.88%)
14. Kiekko-Espoo: 110.2 (0.8%)
15. Jukurit: 180.2 (0.49%)
16. Vaasan Sport: 380.2 (0.23%)
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