KooKoo vs KalPa predictions, Sep 23, 2026

Finnish SM-liiga, on Wednesday,

KooKoo

KalPa

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On September 23, 2026, KooKoo will host KalPa in a highly anticipated SM-liiga clash. KooKoo enters this match struggling, with no victories in their last five contests, a trend that could weigh heavily on their confidence. Conversely, KalPa has shown signs of resilience, securing two wins in their previous five matches, highlighting their ability to capitalize on opportunities and maintain composure under pressure.

Tactically, KooKoo will need to focus on tightening their defense, as recent performances suggest vulnerabilities that opponents have exploited. Their attack also requires rejuvenation to break through KalPa’s defensive lines. On the other hand, KalPa may look to strengthen their transitional play, leveraging speed and agility to catch KooKoo off-guard.

The bookmakers have placed KooKoo as favorites with odds of 2.29 for a home win compared to 2.55 for KalPa. Probability models indicate a 40.6% chance for a KooKoo victory, while KalPa has a 36.9% likelihood of winning. With both teams aiming for crucial points, this matchup is set to be tightly contested, with no outcomes guaranteed.

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KooKoo
40.8%
Draw
22.5%
KalPa
36.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga KooKoo: 4.28%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.35 4.00 2.55
MarathonBet 2.29 4.20 2.56
Pinnacle 2.25 4.29 2.55

Latest Results

19.09.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 2:1 OT
18.09.26 KooKoo – SaiPa hockey – 0:4
16.09.26 KooKoo – JYP Hockey – 3:5
12.09.26 KooKoo – CSOB Pojistovna Pardubice – 3:6
10.09.26 KooKoo – HK Nitra – 1:4
18.09.26 KalPa hockey – Ilves hockey – 1:2
15.09.26 KalPa hockey – HPK Hockey – 7:0
09.09.26 Pelicans Hockey – KalPa hockey – 2:0
04.09.26 KalPa hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 4:0
01.09.26 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 5:1

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, KooKoo won 4.
  • KooKoo has struggled for results with multiple recent losses (last 5 matches: 0 wins).
  • Performances by KalPa have been somewhat unpredictable lately (last 5 matches: 2 wins).
  • KooKoo may face physical fatigue compared to their opponent, having played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, KooKoo has enjoyed a run of consecutive matches in front of its home crowd.
  • The probabilities of winning are closely matched between the two contenders.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head meetings, KooKoo has recorded 10 wins, 0 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal aggregate of 57:52 (averaging 2.9:2.6 goals per game).
  • Specifically in home fixtures for KooKoo against this opponent, the record stands at 6 wins, 0 draws, and 5 losses, with 26:21 goals (averaging 2.4:1.9 per game).
  • Latest Head To Head

    20.12.25 KooKoo – KalPa hockey – 2:1 OT
    19.12.25 KalPa hockey – KooKoo – 2:6
    10.12.25 KooKoo – KalPa hockey – 5:2
    18.10.25 KalPa hockey – KooKoo – 4:2
    14.03.25 KooKoo – KalPa hockey – 5:1

    Standings

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 JYP 5 5 0 0 0 21:9 15
    2 Jukurit 7 5 0 0 2 22:15 15
    3 Assat 5 4 0 0 1 16:8 12
    4 Ilves 5 3 1 0 1 13:9 11
    5 SaiPa 4 2 2 0 0 12:4 10
    6 TPS Turku 6 3 0 0 3 16:12 9
    7 Pelicans 6 3 0 0 3 14:13 9
    8 Vaasan Sport 7 2 1 0 4 15:24 8
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 5 2 0 1 2 14:9 7
    10 Karpat 4 2 0 1 1 12:11 7
    11 KalPa 5 2 0 0 3 13:9 6
    12 Tappara 4 2 0 0 2 11:10 6
    13 Hameenlinna 5 2 0 0 3 10:18 6
    14 Lukko 5 1 1 0 3 11:13 5
    15 IFK Helsinki 5 1 0 1 3 13:21 4
    16 KooKoo 5 0 0 1 4 8:21 1
    17 Jokerit 5 0 0 1 4 10:25 1

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 3.34 (25.25%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 7.5 (11.24%)

    3. JYP Jyvaskyla: 9.72 (8.67%)

    4. Lukko Rauman: 10.9 (7.74%)

    5. IFK Helsinki: 11.58 (7.28%)

    6. Jokerit: 12.54 (6.72%)

    7. Karpat Oulu: 14.43 (5.84%)

    8. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.28 (4.88%)

    9. KooKoo: 19.72 (4.28%)

    10. Saipa: 22.3 (3.78%)

    11. Kiekko-Espoo: 27.14 (3.11%)

    12. Hameenlinna: 30.62 (2.75%)

    13. Assat Pori: 33.26 (2.54%)

    14. Pelicans Lahti: 34.88 (2.42%)

    15. TPS Turku: 38.86 (2.17%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 118.14 (0.71%)

    17. Jukurit: 136.22 (0.62%)

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