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As KalPa prepares to host Kiekko-Espoo in an exciting Finnish SM-liiga matchup on February 24, 2026, both teams come into this contest with contrasting recent form. KalPa has struggled somewhat, managing to secure victory in just 2 of their last 5 outings, which could indicate some inconsistency in their performances. However, playing at home could provide a crucial boost as they look to capitalize on their familiar environment.
In contrast, Kiekko-Espoo has showcased a stronger form, winning 3 of their last 5 matches. Their current momentum and confidence could give them an edge heading into this clash. The away team will aim to leverage their attacking tactics to exploit any gaps in KalPa’s defensive organization.
According to bookmakers, KalPa is the favorite with odds of 1.88 for a home win, while Kiekko-Espoo stands at 3.67 for an away triumph. Our model predicts a tight contest, suggesting a 50.2% chance for a KalPa victory, alongside a 24.9% probability for a draw and a 25.3% chance that Kiekko-Espoo emerges victorious.
With both teams having something to prove, fans can expect an intense and competitive matchup that remains difficult to call.
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| KalPa 49.4% |
Draw 23.6% |
Kiekko-Espoo 26.9% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Kiekko-Espoo: 0.81%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.89 | 4.06 | 3.61 | |
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1.93 | 4.2 | 3.28 | |
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1.75 | 3.75 | 3.3 | |
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1.93 | 3.68 | 3.57 |
Latest Results
| 21.02.26 KalPa hockey – Ilves hockey – 3:4 19.02.26 HPK Hockey – KalPa hockey – 2:1 penalties 14.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – KalPa hockey – 3:1 13.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – KalPa hockey – 2:5 10.02.26 KalPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 5:3 |
21.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – HIFK Hockey – 4:0 18.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Lukko Hockey – 2:3 OT 14.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 4:1 13.02.26 Mikkelin Jukurit – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:2 penalties 11.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Mikkelin Jukurit – 1:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 1:2 OT 11.10.25 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 1:2 16.09.25 KalPa hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 4:2 07.03.25 KalPa hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:4 25.01.25 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 0:3 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Tappara | 51 | 31 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 188:125 | 100 |
| 2 | SaiPa | 52 | 26 | 6 | 7 | 13 | 179:141 | 97 |
| 3 | KooKoo | 51 | 27 | 7 | 1 | 16 | 183:129 | 96 |
| 4 | Ilves | 52 | 25 | 7 | 4 | 16 | 162:132 | 93 |
| 5 | Lukko | 52 | 25 | 7 | 3 | 17 | 160:132 | 92 |
| 6 | JYP | 50 | 23 | 9 | 4 | 14 | 173:150 | 91 |
| 7 | KalPa | 52 | 25 | 5 | 5 | 17 | 156:148 | 90 |
| 8 | Assat | 53 | 23 | 6 | 4 | 20 | 149:144 | 85 |
| 9 | Kiekko-Espoo | 52 | 19 | 4 | 9 | 20 | 132:145 | 74 |
| 10 | Pelicans | 51 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 21 | 113:135 | 69 |
| 11 | TPS Turku | 53 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 23 | 126:151 | 67 |
| 12 | IFK Helsinki | 51 | 18 | 4 | 4 | 25 | 116:166 | 66 |
| 13 | Hameenlinna | 52 | 14 | 7 | 8 | 23 | 124:145 | 64 |
| 14 | Karpat | 53 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 28 | 157:172 | 60 |
| 15 | Jukurit | 51 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 26 | 115:140 | 59 |
| 16 | Vaasan Sport | 52 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 32 | 100:178 | 39 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 2.52 (35.2%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.74%)
3. Lukko Rauman: 9.2 (9.66%)
4. Saipa: 12.6 (7.05%)
5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.4 (6.63%)
6. KooKoo: 15.8 (5.62%)
7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.8 (4.99%)
8. IFK Helsinki: 21 (4.23%)
9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.53%)
10. Assat Pori: 77.4 (1.15%)
11. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.89%)
12. TPS Turku: 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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