Kärpät vs Ilves predictions, Feb 07, 2026

Feb 06, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Kärpät

Ilves

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As Kärpät Oulu prepares to face Ilves in their upcoming SM-liiga clash on February 7, 2026, a closer look at both teams’ recent form reveals contrasting trajectories. Kärpät has struggled lately, securing just one victory in their last five outings, highlighting potential issues in both defense and offensive execution. In contrast, Ilves has found their stride, boasting four wins in their last five matches, showcasing a resilient attacking strategy and solid defensive organization.

The bookmakers favor Ilves with odds reflective of their current form: 2.67 for a home win and 2.19 for an away victory. Our predictive model aligns with this assessment, assigning a 40.8% probability of an away win compared to 36.2% for Kärpät and 23.7% for a draw.

Tactically, Ilves has been effective in their transitions, capitalizing on turnovers and maintaining pressure in the attacking zone. Kärpät will need to leverage their home advantage and aim for a more cohesive team performance to regain momentum. With both teams demonstrating distinct strengths, this match promises to be an intriguing contest, though Ilves appears to be the more likely candidate for victory.

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Kärpät
34.8%		 Draw
22.8%		 Ilves
42.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.76 4.06 2.25
MarathonBet 2.7 4.1 2.23
WilliamHill 2.5 3.8 2.15
Pinnacle 2.69 4.13 2.19
Best for US Customers 2.7 4.25 2.15

Latest Results

06.02.26 HIFK Hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 3:2
04.02.26 Tappara hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 1:4
31.01.26 Kärpat Oulu – Ässät hockey – 0:4
28.01.26 Kärpat Oulu – Pelicans Hockey – 2:3 OT
24.01.26 SaiPa hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 7:4		 06.02.26 Ilves hockey – KooKoo – 1:3
03.02.26 Ilves hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 3:0
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

Facts

  • This match will feature an outsider and one of the leaders (ranked 15 and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kärpät won 4.
  • Kärpät has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Ilves is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Ilves may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Ilves has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • We predict that Ilves will win today’s game, with odds of 2.19.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Kärpät won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 54:48. (average 2.7:2.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Kärpät won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 25:24. (average 2.8:2.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    30.12.25 Ilves hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 3:2 OT
    03.10.25 Ilves hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 2:7
    12.09.25 Kärpat Oulu – Ilves hockey – 6:2
    31.01.25 Kärpat Oulu – Ilves hockey – 3:2 OT
    08.01.25 Ilves hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 3:4 OT

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 46 28 2 3 13 170:114 91
    2 KooKoo 45 23 7 1 14 161:111 84
    3 Lukko 47 23 6 3 15 147:122 84
    4 JYP 45 21 8 4 12 157:132 83
    5 SaiPa 46 22 4 7 13 153:131 81
    6 Ilves 47 21 7 4 15 146:120 81
    7 KalPa 46 22 5 4 15 139:134 80
    8 Assat 47 21 6 3 17 135:125 78
    9 IFK Helsinki 47 18 4 4 21 113:151 66
    10 Kiekko-Espoo 46 15 4 7 20 115:135 60
    11 Pelicans 45 13 7 6 19 93:117 59
    12 TPS Turku 48 12 7 8 21 113:138 58
    13 Hameenlinna 46 12 6 8 20 109:129 56
    14 Jukurit 45 14 3 6 22 102:120 54
    15 Karpat 47 13 5 5 24 139:155 54
    16 Vaasan Sport 45 9 1 9 26 94:152 38

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.54 (34.79%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.64%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6.56 (13.47%)

    4. JYP Jyvaskyla: 15 (5.89%)

    5. Saipa: 16.6 (5.32%)

    6. KooKoo: 17 (5.2%)

    7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.8 (4.96%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 23.4 (3.78%)

    9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.52%)

    10. Assat Pori: 74.2 (1.19%)

    11. TPS Turku: 92.2 (0.96%)

    12. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.88%)

    13. Hameenlinna: 100.2 (0.88%)

    14. Kiekko-Espoo: 110.2 (0.8%)

    15. Jukurit: 180.2 (0.49%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 380.2 (0.23%)

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