Ilves vs Vaasan Sport predictions, Jan 27, 2026

Jan 25, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Tuesday,

Ilves

Vaasa

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In a highly anticipated matchup in the Finnish SM-liiga, Ilves hockey will face off against Vaasan Sport on January 27, 2026. With Ilves playing at home, they have been given the edge by bookmakers with odds of 1.25 to win, compared to Vaasan Sport’s odds of 8.59.

Both teams have had mixed results in their recent matches, with Ilves winning 2 out of their last 5 games and Vaasan Sport managing just 1 win in the same timeframe. This suggests that the game could be evenly contested, despite the bookmakers’ prediction of a 4:1 victory for Ilves.

Tactically, Ilves may look to capitalize on their home advantage and try to dominate possession in the game. On the other hand, Vaasan Sport will likely focus on staying organized defensively and hitting Ilves on the counter-attack.

In conclusion, while Ilves may be the favorite based on recent form and home advantage, Vaasan Sport cannot be counted out and will be eager to spring a surprise in this matchup. It promises to be an intriguing battle between the two teams.

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Ilves
74.7%		 Draw
14.4%		 Vaasa
11%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Vaasan Sport: 0.23%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.25 5.05 7.57
MarathonBet 1.26 6.5 8.6
Pinnacle 1.3 5.35 8.85
Best for US Customers 1.18 9 9

Latest Results

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
16.01.26 Ässät hockey – Ilves hockey – 2:1
14.01.26 Ilves hockey – JYP Hockey – 3:4 penalties		 24.01.26 Vaasan Sport – Pelicans Hockey – 2:3
22.01.26 Mikkelin Jukurit – Vaasan Sport – 6:2
21.01.26 HIFK Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 4:3 OT
17.01.26 Vaasan Sport – Lukko Hockey – 6:1
16.01.26 JYP Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:1

Facts

  • This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 7 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 16).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ilves won 4.
  • Recent performances by Ilves have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Vaasa has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Ilves may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Ilves is the undeniable favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Ilves won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 67:39. (average 3.4:2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Ilves won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 29:17. (average 3.2:1.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.01.26 Ilves hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:2 OT
    27.12.25 Vaasan Sport – Ilves hockey – 1:4
    01.10.25 Vaasan Sport – Ilves hockey – 0:2
    11.01.25 Ilves hockey – Vaasan Sport – 2:1
    10.01.25 Vaasan Sport – Ilves hockey – 4:3 OT

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 42 26 2 2 12 155:101 84
    2 SaiPa 44 22 4 6 12 150:122 80
    3 JYP 40 19 7 3 11 141:117 74
    4 Lukko 42 20 5 3 14 129:112 73
    5 KalPa 41 20 5 2 14 125:122 72
    6 KooKoo 41 19 7 1 14 145:106 72
    7 Ilves 43 18 7 4 14 134:114 72
    8 Assat 42 19 5 3 15 119:110 70
    9 IFK Helsinki 43 16 3 4 20 100:137 58
    10 Kiekko-Espoo 45 15 3 7 20 112:133 58
    11 TPS Turku 43 12 6 7 18 103:119 55
    12 Jukurit 41 14 3 6 18 98:111 54
    13 Pelicans 41 12 6 6 17 83:105 54
    14 Hameenlinna 44 12 5 7 20 104:124 53
    15 Karpat 43 12 5 4 22 131:144 50
    16 Vaasan Sport 43 9 1 9 24 91:143 38

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.68 (33.08%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.58 (19.39%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6.24 (14.23%)

    4. JYP Jyvaskyla: 15.4 (5.77%)

    5. Saipa: 16.2 (5.48%)

    6. Kalpa Kuopio: 17 (5.22%)

    7. KooKoo: 17.4 (5.1%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 21.8 (4.07%)

    9. Karpat Oulu: 50.2 (1.77%)

    10. Assat Pori: 58.2 (1.53%)

    11. TPS Turku: 84.2 (1.05%)

    12. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.89%)

    13. Hameenlinna: 100.2 (0.89%)

    14. Kiekko-Espoo: 110.2 (0.81%)

    15. Jukurit: 180.2 (0.49%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 380.2 (0.23%)

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