Ilves vs Pelicans predictions, Feb 03, 2026

Finnish SM-liiga, on Tuesday,

Ilves

Pelicans

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In an upcoming SM-liiga matchup, Ilves hockey will face off against Pelicans Hockey on February 3, 2026. Coming into this highly anticipated game, both teams are in impressive form, with Ilves securing victories in 4 of their last 5 matches and Pelicans winning all of their last 5 matches.

With the home advantage on their side, Ilves hockey will be looking to capitalize on their recent success and continue their winning streak. However, Pelicans Hockey has been a force to be reckoned with, displaying strong performances and showcasing their determination to secure another victory.

The bookmakers have given Ilves hockey the edge with odds of 1.66 for a home win, while Pelicans are seen as the underdogs with odds of 4.35 for an away win. Our model prediction gives Ilves a 63.3% chance of winning, a 25.2% chance of a draw, and a 19.1% chance of Pelicans securing the victory.

Both teams have shown their tactical strengths and determination, making this matchup an exciting and unpredictable event. Fans can expect a fiercely contested game with both teams battling it out for the win.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-01-31T23:52:03+00:00.

Ilves
56%
Draw
22.4%
Pelicans
21.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.66 3.76 4.08
betsson 1.63 4.59 4.54
MarathonBet 1.66 4.45 4.27
Pinnacle 1.69 4.01 4.34
Best for US Customers 1.68 4 4.4

Latest Results

31.01.26 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 3:1
27.01.26 Ilves hockey – Vaasan Sport – 5:2
24.01.26 Mikkelin Jukurit – Ilves hockey – 2:3 OT
23.01.26 Ilves hockey – Tappara hockey – 2:6
17.01.26 Ilves hockey – Ässät hockey – 5:1
31.01.26 Pelicans Hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 2:1
28.01.26 Kärpat Oulu – Pelicans Hockey – 2:3 OT
24.01.26 Vaasan Sport – Pelicans Hockey – 2:3
23.01.26 TPS hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 3:4 OT
17.01.26 KooKoo – Pelicans Hockey – 1:2

Facts

  • Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 11 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ilves won 4.
  • Ilves is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Pelicans is on a winning streak and currently in very good shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Recently, Ilves has had a series of home games.
  • Recently, Pelicans has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Ilves is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Ilves won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 61:48. (average 3.1:2.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Ilves won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 30:22. (average 3:2.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    25.11.25 Ilves hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 3:0
    19.09.25 Pelicans Hockey – Ilves hockey – 2:3 OT
    11.03.25 Ilves hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 4:2
    19.02.25 Pelicans Hockey – Ilves hockey – 2:1 penalties
    27.09.24 Pelicans Hockey – Ilves hockey – 3:4

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 45 28 2 3 12 169:110 91
    2 JYP 43 21 8 3 11 151:122 82
    3 SaiPa 46 22 4 7 13 153:131 81
    4 KooKoo 43 21 7 1 14 155:109 78
    5 Lukko 45 21 6 3 15 139:118 78
    6 Ilves 45 20 7 4 14 142:117 78
    7 Assat 45 20 6 3 16 128:117 75
    8 KalPa 44 20 5 4 15 130:131 74
    9 IFK Helsinki 45 16 4 4 21 108:148 60
    10 Kiekko-Espoo 46 15 4 7 20 115:135 60
    11 Pelicans 43 13 7 6 17 88:108 59
    12 TPS Turku 46 12 7 8 19 108:128 58
    13 Jukurit 43 14 3 6 20 101:116 54
    14 Hameenlinna 45 12 5 8 20 104:125 54
    15 Karpat 45 12 5 5 23 133:151 51
    16 Vaasan Sport 45 9 1 9 26 94:152 38

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.7 (32.83%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.7%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6 (14.77%)

    4. JYP Jyvaskyla: 15 (5.91%)

    5. Kalpa Kuopio: 17 (5.21%)

    6. Saipa: 17 (5.21%)

    7. KooKoo: 17 (5.21%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 21 (4.22%)

    9. Assat Pori: 51 (1.74%)

    10. Karpat Oulu: 51 (1.74%)

    11. Pelicans Lahti: 101 (0.88%)

    12. TPS Turku: 101 (0.88%)

    13. Hameenlinna: 101 (0.88%)

    14. Kiekko-Espoo: 151 (0.59%)

    15. Jukurit: 501 (0.18%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 1501 (0.06%)

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