KalPa vs Ilves predictions, Mar 31, 2026

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As KalPa prepares to host Ilves in what promises to be an intriguing matchup in the Finnish SM-liiga on March 31, 2026, both teams enter the contest with contrasting recent forms. KalPa has struggled to find consistency, winning only 2 of their last 5 matches. In contrast, Ilves comes into the game with a strong performance, having secured victories in 4 of their last 5 outings.

KalPa’s offensive capabilities will be pivotal, as they aim to leverage their home advantage at the KalPa arena. However, they will need to tighten their defensive game to counter Ilves’ potent attack, which has likely been a key factor in their recent successes. The odds suggest a closer contest, with bookmakers favoring Ilves at 1.93, compared to KalPa’s odds of 3.2.

Statistical models indicate a 30% probability of a home win for KalPa, a 22.3% chance of a draw, and a 47.8% likelihood of an away victory for Ilves, highlighting the visitors’ strong form. Given the teams’ current trajectories, a predicted final score of 2:3 reflects the expectations of a competitive, closely fought match. Overall, while Ilves appears to hold the advantage, hockey matches can yield unexpected outcomes, making this an event worth tuning into.

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KalPa 29.4%

Draw 24.2%

Ilves 46.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	3.18	3.63	2.02
	3.12	4.15	2
	3.23	3.78	2.01

Latest Results

29.03.26 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 3:1 26.03.26 KalPa hockey – HIFK Hockey – 3:2 OT 24.03.26 HIFK Hockey – KalPa hockey – 1:4 23.03.26 HIFK Hockey – KalPa hockey – 1:0 OT 21.03.26 KalPa hockey – HIFK Hockey – 1:4

29.03.26 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 3:1 17.03.26 Ilves hockey – SaiPa hockey – 4:1 14.03.26 Lukko Hockey – Ilves hockey – 4:1 13.03.26 JYP Hockey – Ilves hockey – 3:6 10.03.26 Ilves hockey – HPK Hockey – 3:1

Facts

Ilves Tampere leads series 1-0. Second leg.

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, KalPa won 1.

Recent performances by KalPa have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Ilves is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).

KalPa may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Ilves could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, KalPa won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 55:60. (average 2.8:3).

Including home matches between the teams, KalPa won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 33:25. (average 3.7:2.8).

Latest Head To Head

29.03.26 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 3:1 21.02.26 KalPa hockey – Ilves hockey – 3:4 31.01.26 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 3:1 01.11.25 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 5:2 27.09.25 KalPa hockey – Ilves hockey – 5:4 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)	1 : 0
2	Ilves (4)	KalPa (7)	1 : 0
3	KooKoo (2)	Pelicans (11)	0 : 1
4	SaiPa (3)	Assat (8)	0 : 1

Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

1. Tappara: 1.91 (47.78%)

2. Ilves Tampere: 3.5 (26.07%)

3. Saipa: 9 (10.14%)

4. KooKoo: 12 (7.6%)

5. Kalpa Kuopio: 19 (4.8%)

6. Pelicans Lahti: 51 (1.79%)

7. Assat Pori: 67 (1.36%)

8. Hameenlinna: 201 (0.45%)

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