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As Ässät prepares to host SaiPa on April 11, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing clash in the Finnish SM-liiga. Ässät has shown resilience in recent weeks, securing victories in 3 of their last 5 matches, which speaks to their capacity to capitalize on home advantage. Their tactical approach has been characterized by solid defensive play combined with opportunistic offensive bursts, making them a formidable presence at their home rink.
Conversely, SaiPa will look to build on their recent form, winning 2 of their last 5 matches. They will bring a robust attacking strategy, focusing on quick transitions and exploiting defensive lapses. The visitors hold a slight edge in the bookmakers’ odds, signaling a strong belief in their potential to secure an away win.
Statistical analysis indicates a 30.2% chance for an Ässät home win, while SaiPa’s probability stands at a favorable 45.8%. This suggests a tightly contested match, with Ässät needing to leverage their home ice for a vital three points. As both teams vie for critical positioning in the league standings, expect an engaging matchup filled with tactical nuances and competitive spirit.
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| Ässät 34% |
Draw 25.5% |
SaiPa 40.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Saipa: 3.22%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.72 | 3.52 | 2.31 | ||
| 2.78 | 3.7 | 2.35 | ||
| 2.69 | 3.95 | 2.28 | ||
| 2.8 | 3.4 | 2.25 | ||
| 2.73 | 3.73 | 2.29 |
Latest Results
| 08.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 1:5 06.04.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 4:2 03.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 4:1 31.03.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:3 OT 28.03.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 2:3 OT |
08.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 1:5 06.04.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 4:2 03.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 4:1 31.03.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:3 OT 28.03.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 2:3 OT |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 08.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 1:5 06.04.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 4:2 03.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 4:1 31.03.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:3 OT 28.03.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 2:3 OT |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
1/8-finals
| 1 | Tappara (1) | Bye | |
| 2 | Lukko (5) | Hameenlinna (12) | 1 : 3 |
| 3 | Ilves (4) | Bye | |
| 4 | KalPa (7) | IFK Helsinki (10) | 3 : 2 |
| 5 | KooKoo (2) | Bye | |
| 6 | JYP (6) | Pelicans (11) | 0 : 3 |
| 7 | SaiPa (3) | Bye | |
| 8 | Assat (8) | Kiekko-Espoo (9) | 3 : 2 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Tappara (1) | Hameenlinna (12) | 4 : 1 |
| 2 | Ilves (4) | KalPa (7) | 3 : 2 |
| 3 | KooKoo (2) | Pelicans (11) | 4 : 1 |
| 4 | SaiPa (3) | Assat (8) | 2 : 3 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 1.71 (54.55%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 3.58 (26.06%)
3. KooKoo: 7.6 (12.27%)
4. Saipa: 29 (3.22%)
5. Assat Pori: 32 (2.92%)
6. Kalpa Kuopio: 95 (0.98%)
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