Ässät vs Kiekko-Espoo predictions, Mar 10, 2026

Mar 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Tuesday,

Ässät

Kiekko-Espoo

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As Ässät prepares to host Kiekko-Espoo on March 10, 2026, the matchup presents a compelling clash in the Finnish SM-liiga. Ässät enters the contest with a decent record, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 outings. This positive trend indicates a growing confidence within the squad, bolstered by effective offensive strategies that have begun to pay off. Their home advantage could further enhance their performance, making them a formidable opponent on familiar ice.

Conversely, Kiekko-Espoo has struggled slightly, managing to win only 2 of their last 5 matches. While their recent form shows resilience, they will need to tighten their defensive play and capitalize on scoring opportunities if they hope to upset the home side. The current bookmakers’ odds reflect a strong belief in Ässät’s home advantage, with odds of 2.24 for a home win compared to 2.84 for an away victory.

Model predictions suggest a 40% likelihood of an Ässät win, a 26.5% chance of a draw, and 34.3% for Kiekko-Espoo to take the points. This matchup promises an intriguing contest, with both teams eager to secure crucial points. Ultimately, the outcome remains uncertain, highlighting the unpredictable nature of hockey.

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Ässät
42.1%		 Draw
24.5%		 Kiekko-Espoo
33.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Kiekko-Espoo: 0.91%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.23 3.54 2.82
betsson 2.3 3.85 2.8
MarathonBet 2.2 3.98 2.8
WilliamHill 2.1 3.7 2.63
Pinnacle 2.24 3.68 2.84

Latest Results

07.03.26 Mikkelin Jukurit – Ässät hockey – 1:3
05.03.26 Ässät hockey – KalPa hockey – 2:3
28.02.26 Ässät hockey – HIFK Hockey – 1:4
21.02.26 Ässät hockey – Vaasan Sport – 4:1
18.02.26 Ässät hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 5:3		 04.03.26 Kiekko-Espoo – JYP Hockey – 2:3 OT
28.02.26 Vaasan Sport – Kiekko-Espoo – 1:5
25.02.26 JYP Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:0
24.02.26 KalPa hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:2 OT
21.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – HIFK Hockey – 4:0

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 8 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 9 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ässät won 2.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Kiekko-Espoo may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Ässät has had a series of home games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • We predict that Ässät will win today’s game, with odds of 2.21.
  • In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Ässät won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 16:23. (average 2.3:3.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Ässät won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 11:9. (average 3.7:3).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 4:1
    25.11.25 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:5
    13.09.25 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 2:1
    15.03.25 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 4:1
    26.12.24 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 1:3

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 56 34 2 5 15 211:136 111
    2 SaiPa 57 30 6 7 14 196:150 109
    3 KooKoo 57 30 7 2 18 201:148 106
    4 JYP 56 25 11 5 15 189:161 102
    5 Lukko 56 27 8 3 18 172:143 100
    6 KalPa 57 27 7 5 18 173:166 100
    7 Ilves 56 26 8 4 18 172:143 98
    8 Assat 56 24 6 4 22 155:152 88
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 56 20 4 11 21 141:154 79
    10 Pelicans 56 18 8 7 23 126:148 77
    11 IFK Helsinki 56 21 4 5 26 133:177 76
    12 Hameenlinna 56 16 8 8 24 137:155 72
    13 TPS Turku 56 15 7 9 25 131:162 68
    14 Jukurit 57 15 6 7 29 127:156 64
    15 Karpat 57 15 6 6 30 167:188 63
    16 Vaasan Sport 57 9 1 11 36 107:199 40

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.43 (35.78%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.35 (19.94%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 8.4 (10.33%)

    4. Saipa: 12.03 (7.21%)

    5. KooKoo: 13 (6.67%)

    6. JYP Jyvaskyla: 14.78 (5.87%)

    7. Kalpa Kuopio: 20.13 (4.31%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 27 (3.21%)

    9. Assat Pori: 76.5 (1.13%)

    10. Karpat Oulu: 87.75 (0.99%)

    11. Kiekko-Espoo: 95.25 (0.91%)

    12. Vaasan Sport: 100 (0.87%)

    13. Pelicans Lahti: 100.25 (0.87%)

    14. TPS Turku: 100.25 (0.87%)

    15. Hameenlinna: 112.75 (0.77%)

    16. Jukurit: 325.25 (0.27%)

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