HIFK vs Vaasan Sport predictions, Jan 21, 2026

Jan 18, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Wednesday,

HIFK

Vaasan Sport

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In an upcoming SM-liiga hockey match, HIFK Hockey will face off against Vaasan Sport on January 21, 2026. Both teams have had mixed results in their recent matches, with HIFK winning 2 out of their last 5 games and Vaasan Sport managing to secure a victory in only 1 of their last 5 outings.

HIFK Hockey, playing at home, enters the matchup as the clear favorites according to bookmakers, with odds of 1.3 for a home win. Their recent form and home advantage suggest they have a good chance of coming out on top. On the other hand, Vaasan Sport will be looking to defy the odds and secure an upset victory on the road.

Tactically, HIFK Hockey will likely rely on their strong defensive play and home crowd support to dominate the game. Vaasan Sport, on the other hand, will need to focus on their offensive efficiency and capitalize on any opportunities that come their way.

With all factors considered, this promises to be an intriguing matchup with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses. The outcome of the game remains uncertain, making it a must-watch for hockey fans.

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HIFK
65.8%		 Draw
18.1%		 Vaasa
16.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga IFK Helsinki: 3.85% Vaasan Sport: 0.63%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.42 5.35 6.21
MarathonBet 1.42 5.35 5.82
Pinnacle 1.46 4.84 5.54
Best for US Customers 1.41 5.25 5.75

Latest Results

17.01.26 HIFK Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:3
16.01.26 Tappara hockey – HIFK Hockey – 4:5
14.01.26 HIFK Hockey – KooKoo – 1:6
10.01.26 Ilves hockey – HIFK Hockey – 6:0
09.01.26 HIFK Hockey – Ilves hockey – 1:0		 17.01.26 Vaasan Sport – Lukko Hockey – 6:1
16.01.26 JYP Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:1
10.01.26 Vaasan Sport – Mikkelin Jukurit – 1:3
09.01.26 KalPa hockey – Vaasan Sport – 4:3
07.01.26 Ilves hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:2 OT

Facts

  • A mid-table team will face off against the outsider in this match (ranked 11 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 16).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, HIFK won 4.
  • HIFK has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Vaasa is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Vaasa may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, HIFK is the undisputed favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, HIFK won 13 matches, drew 1 match, lost 6 matches, and goals 53:37. (average 2.7:1.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, HIFK won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 2 matches, and goals 29:17. (average 2.9:1.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.12.25 Vaasan Sport – HIFK Hockey – 3:2 OT
    18.12.24 HIFK Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:2 penalties
    23.11.24 Vaasan Sport – HIFK Hockey – 0:1
    09.03.24 Vaasan Sport – HIFK Hockey – 1:4
    30.12.23 HIFK Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 4:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 40 24 2 2 12 145:96 78
    2 SaiPa 42 21 4 5 12 141:115 76
    3 Lukko 40 20 5 2 13 125:105 72
    4 JYP 38 19 6 2 11 138:114 71
    5 Ilves 41 18 6 4 13 129:106 70
    6 KooKoo 40 18 7 1 14 140:105 69
    7 KalPa 39 19 4 2 14 121:121 67
    8 Assat 40 18 4 3 15 112:106 65
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 42 15 3 6 18 108:123 57
    10 TPS Turku 41 12 6 6 17 97:111 54
    11 IFK Helsinki 41 15 2 4 20 92:134 53
    12 Hameenlinna 41 12 4 7 18 100:115 51
    13 Jukurit 39 13 3 5 18 90:106 50
    14 Pelicans 39 11 5 6 17 76:100 49
    15 Karpat 41 11 5 4 21 125:136 47
    16 Vaasan Sport 40 9 1 8 22 84:130 37

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.68 (32.7%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.68 (18.75%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6.14 (14.29%)

    4. JYP Jyvaskyla: 15.2 (5.77%)

    5. Saipa: 15.4 (5.7%)

    6. Kalpa Kuopio: 16.4 (5.35%)

    7. KooKoo: 18.2 (4.82%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 22.8 (3.85%)

    9. Karpat Oulu: 45.8 (1.92%)

    10. Assat Pori: 54.8 (1.6%)

    11. TPS Turku: 84.2 (1.04%)

    12. Kiekko-Espoo: 90.2 (0.97%)

    13. Pelicans Lahti: 93.4 (0.94%)

    14. Hameenlinna: 93.4 (0.94%)

    15. Jukurit: 120.2 (0.73%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 140.2 (0.63%)

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