HPK vs TPS predictions, Jan 16, 2026

Finnish SM-liiga, on Friday,

HPK

TPS

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In an upcoming Finnish SM-liiga hockey match, HPK Hockey will face off against TPS hockey on January 16, 2026. HPK has shown solid form recently, winning 3 of their last 5 matches, while TPS has struggled with only 1 win in their last 5 games.

Both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory in this matchup. HPK, playing at home, will have the advantage of the support of their fans. With odds favoring the home team at 2.24, they will be looking to capitalize on their recent winning streak. TPS, however, will not go down without a fight, with odds of 2.89 for an away win.

In terms of tactics, HPK will need to rely on their strong offense to break down TPS’s defense, while TPS will need to stay disciplined and look for opportunities on the counter-attack. The predicted final score of 3:2 suggests a close and competitive game, with both teams having a chance to come out on top. It will be a match to watch for all hockey fans.

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HPK
42.3%
Draw
24.6%
TPS
33.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga TPS Turku: 1.29% Hameenlinna: 0.94%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 2.2 3.98 2.8
Pinnacle 2.24 3.59 2.89
Best for US Customers 2.2 3.85 2.8

Latest Results

10.01.26 Pelicans Hockey – HPK Hockey – 1:4
09.01.26 HPK Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:0
05.01.26 Tappara hockey – HPK Hockey – 2:1
03.01.26 HPK Hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 3:1
30.12.25 HPK Hockey – JYP Hockey – 2:3 OT
10.01.26 TPS hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 2:3
09.01.26 SaiPa hockey – TPS hockey – 1:4
03.01.26 Ilves hockey – TPS hockey – 5:2
27.12.25 Kiekko-Espoo – TPS hockey – 8:1
26.12.25 TPS hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 0:1

Facts

  • The game between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 13 and 9 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, HPK won 0.
  • In recent matches, HPK has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • TPS has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • HPK may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • We predict that HPK will win today’s game, with odds of 2.21.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, HPK won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 16 matches, and goals 35:59. (average 1.8:3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, HPK won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 13:28. (average 1.3:2.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    29.10.25 TPS hockey – HPK Hockey – 1:0
    09.09.25 HPK Hockey – TPS hockey – 2:3 penalties
    16.08.25 TPS hockey – HPK Hockey – 2:0
    17.01.25 HPK Hockey – TPS hockey – 1:5
    28.12.24 TPS hockey – HPK Hockey – 4:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 38 24 2 2 10 139:87 78
    2 Lukko 38 20 5 1 12 120:94 71
    3 SaiPa 39 19 3 5 12 130:109 68
    4 JYP 36 18 5 2 11 131:110 66
    5 KooKoo 37 17 7 1 12 131:98 66
    6 Ilves 38 17 6 3 12 120:99 66
    7 KalPa 37 18 3 2 14 116:119 62
    8 Assat 38 17 4 3 14 109:100 62
    9 TPS Turku 39 11 6 6 16 92:106 51
    10 IFK Helsinki 38 14 2 4 18 84:121 50
    11 Kiekko-Espoo 39 13 3 5 18 100:117 50
    12 Jukurit 37 13 3 4 17 85:97 49
    13 Hameenlinna 40 11 4 7 18 97:114 48
    14 Pelicans 37 10 5 6 16 73:96 46
    15 Karpat 39 11 4 4 20 119:130 45
    16 Vaasan Sport 38 8 1 8 21 77:126 34

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.84 (30.87%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.88 (17.99%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6.5 (13.51%)

    4. Saipa: 13 (6.75%)

    5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.2 (6.65%)

    6. Kalpa Kuopio: 15.2 (5.78%)

    7. KooKoo: 19 (4.62%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 26 (3.38%)

    9. Assat Pori: 37.2 (2.36%)

    10. Karpat Oulu: 42.6 (2.06%)

    11. Kiekko-Espoo: 62.2 (1.41%)

    12. TPS Turku: 68.2 (1.29%)

    13. Pelicans Lahti: 85.4 (1.03%)

    14. Hameenlinna: 93.4 (0.94%)

    15. Jukurit: 120.2 (0.73%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 140.2 (0.63%)

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