Ässät vs Kiekko-Espoo predictions, Sep 19, 2026

Finnish SM-liiga, on Saturday,

Ässät

Kiekko-Espoo

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As Ässät prepares to face Kiekko-Espoo on September 19, 2026, at their home venue, the stakes are high in this Finnish SM-liiga matchup. Ässät hockey enters this contest with a strong recent performance, having secured victories in 4 of their last 5 matches. This upward trend suggests a well-coordinated team effort and effective tactical execution, particularly in their offensive plays and defensive solidity.

Conversely, Kiekko-Espoo’s recent form has seen them win only 2 of their last 5 outings. Despite this less favorable streak, they remain a competitive side capable of turning results in their favor, particularly if they capitalize on counterattacking opportunities and leverage their depth in skill.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.4 for a home win and 2.5 for an away victory, reflecting the closely matched nature of the teams. Probabilities forecast a 35.8% chance of an Ässät win, a 25.8% likelihood of a draw, and a 40.6% chance of Kiekko-Espoo emerging victorious.

With recent form and tactical approaches considered, this match promises to be a compelling contest, with no guarantees but plenty of potential for either team to claim the points.

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Ässät
38.4%
Draw
24.6%
Kiekko-Espoo
36.9%

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Kiekko-Espoo: 3.11%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.45 3.51 2.55
betsson 2.48 3.95 2.55
MarathonBet 2.39 4.05 2.49
WilliamHill 2.40 3.40 2.50
Pinnacle 2.40 3.95 2.50
Best for US Customers 2.38 3.75 2.49

Latest Results

15.09.26 Ässät hockey – Vaasan Sport – 5:1
09.09.26 Ässät hockey – Jokerit hockey – 3:2
04.09.26 Ässät hockey – Ilves hockey – 5:1
01.09.26 Kärpat Oulu – Ässät hockey – 3:1
27.08.26 Ässät hockey – Vaasan Sport – 2:1
15.09.26 SaiPa hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:1 OT
09.09.26 Kiekko-Espoo – KooKoo – 6:2
05.09.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Pelicans Hockey – 1:2
01.09.26 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 5:1
27.08.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Växjö Lakers – 1:3

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ässät won 3.
  • Ässät is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • In recent matches, Kiekko-Espoo has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Ässät may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of home games.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • We predict that Ässät will win today’s game, with odds of 2.42.
  • In the last 13 head-to-head matches, Ässät won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 30:42. (average 2.3:3.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Ässät won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 22:23. (average 3.1:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    26.03.26 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 5:2
    24.03.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 4:1
    23.03.26 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:5
    21.03.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 1:2 OT
    20.03.26 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 4:3 OT

    Standings

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Assat 4 3 0 0 1 14:7 9
    2 Pelicans 4 3 0 0 1 12:7 9
    3 Jukurit 5 3 0 0 2 12:10 9
    4 Kiekko-Espoo 4 2 0 1 1 13:7 7
    5 JYP 2 2 0 0 0 9:3 6
    6 KalPa 4 2 0 0 2 12:7 6
    7 TPS Turku 4 2 0 0 2 11:9 6
    8 Ilves 3 2 0 0 1 7:5 6
    9 SaiPa 2 1 1 0 0 6:3 5
    10 Vaasan Sport 5 1 1 0 3 11:20 5
    11 Karpat 2 1 0 0 1 6:5 3
    12 Tappara 2 1 0 0 1 5:6 3
    13 Lukko 3 1 0 0 2 7:9 3
    14 IFK Helsinki 3 1 0 0 2 7:11 3
    15 Hameenlinna 4 1 0 0 3 7:17 3
    16 Jokerit 3 0 0 1 2 8:15 1
    17 KooKoo 2 0 0 0 2 4:10 0

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 3.37 (25.03%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 7.52 (11.22%)

    3. JYP Jyvaskyla: 10.18 (8.29%)

    4. Lukko Rauman: 10.37 (8.13%)

    5. IFK Helsinki: 11.37 (7.42%)

    6. Jokerit: 11.69 (7.22%)

    7. Karpat Oulu: 14.29 (5.9%)

    8. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.9 (4.71%)

    9. KooKoo: 18.4 (4.58%)

    10. Saipa: 23.25 (3.63%)

    11. Kiekko-Espoo: 27.14 (3.11%)

    12. Hameenlinna: 30 (2.81%)

    13. Pelicans Lahti: 35.5 (2.38%)

    14. Assat Pori: 35.5 (2.38%)

    15. TPS Turku: 40.86 (2.06%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 121.71 (0.69%)

    17. Jukurit: 192.47 (0.44%)

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