KalPa vs Ilves predictions, Feb 21, 2026

Feb 20, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Saturday,

KalPa

Ilves

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As KalPa prepares to host Ilves in a crucial Finnish SM-liiga showdown on February 21, 2026, both teams enter the match with a similar trajectory, having each secured victories in 3 of their last 5 outings. KalPa, performing well on home ice, will look to leverage the support of their fans to maintain momentum. Their recent form suggests a team capable of finding the back of the net, although consistency will be key against a resilient Ilves side.

Ilves, on the other hand, will aim to capitalize on their strong offensive play, reflected in their narrow odds of 2.36 for an away win. This indicates a belief in their ability to overcome KalPa in what promises to be a competitive encounter. Statistically, bookmakers suggest a close contest, with a predicted final score of 2:3 favoring Ilves.

With KalPa’s home advantage pitted against Ilves’ tactical acumen and recent successes, fans can expect a closely contested match. While the odds and predictions lean slightly towards an Ilves victory, any number of factors could influence the outcome, making this a must-watch matchup for hockey enthusiasts.

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KalPa
34.2%		 Draw
24.5%		 Ilves
41.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.76 3.59 2.25
betsson 2.75 3.86 2.32
MarathonBet 2.7 4.1 2.23
WilliamHill 2.5 3.7 2.2
Pinnacle 2.79 3.74 2.25
Best for US Customers 2.8 3.75 2.25

Latest Results

19.02.26 HPK Hockey – KalPa hockey – 2:1 penalties
14.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – KalPa hockey – 3:1
13.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – KalPa hockey – 2:5
10.02.26 KalPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 5:3
07.02.26 KalPa hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 2:0		 17.02.26 Ilves hockey – Lukko Hockey – 3:2
14.02.26 Ilves hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 6:2
13.02.26 Tappara hockey – Ilves hockey – 4:1
07.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – Ilves hockey – 1:2
06.02.26 Ilves hockey – KooKoo – 1:3

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, KalPa won 3.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • KalPa may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, KalPa won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 56:56. (average 2.8:2.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, KalPa won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 31:21. (average 3.4:2.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    31.01.26 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 3:1
    01.11.25 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 5:2
    27.09.25 KalPa hockey – Ilves hockey – 5:4 OT
    15.08.25 KalPa hockey – Ilves hockey – 5:4
    21.04.25 KalPa hockey – Ilves hockey – 5:4 OT

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 50 31 2 3 14 185:121 100
    2 KooKoo 50 27 7 1 15 181:123 96
    3 SaiPa 51 25 6 7 13 173:139 94
    4 Lukko 52 25 7 3 17 160:132 92
    5 KalPa 51 25 5 5 16 153:144 90
    6 Ilves 51 24 7 4 16 158:129 90
    7 JYP 49 22 9 4 14 165:147 88
    8 Assat 52 22 6 4 20 145:143 82
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 51 18 4 9 20 128:145 71
    10 TPS Turku 52 15 7 8 22 123:143 67
    11 IFK Helsinki 50 18 4 4 24 116:162 66
    12 Pelicans 50 15 7 7 21 109:132 66
    13 Hameenlinna 52 14 7 8 23 124:145 64
    14 Karpat 52 15 5 5 27 153:167 60
    15 Jukurit 50 14 4 6 26 110:136 56
    16 Vaasan Sport 51 9 1 10 31 99:174 39

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.52 (35.2%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.74%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 9.2 (9.66%)

    4. Saipa: 12.6 (7.05%)

    5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.4 (6.63%)

    6. KooKoo: 15.8 (5.62%)

    7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.8 (4.99%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 21 (4.23%)

    9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.53%)

    10. Assat Pori: 77.4 (1.15%)

    11. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.89%)

    12. TPS Turku: 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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