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Kiekko-Espoo vs KooKoo predictions, Jan 16, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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In an upcoming Finnish SM-liiga clash, Kiekko-Espoo will face off against KooKoo on January 16, 2026, at home. Both teams come into this match with contrasting recent form, adding an element of unpredictability to the game.

Kiekko-Espoo has struggled to find consistency, winning only 1 of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, KooKoo has been in impressive form, securing victories in 4 of their last 5 outings. This discrepancy is reflected in the bookmakers’ odds, with KooKoo being favored as the away team.

Tactically, KooKoo’s strong recent performances suggest a well-organized and potent attack, capable of breaking down Kiekko-Espoo’s defense. However, Kiekko-Espoo will look to leverage the home advantage and potentially exploit any weaknesses in KooKoo’s game.

With odds suggesting a close match, the outcome remains uncertain. A narrow victory for KooKoo seems likely based on recent form, but Kiekko-Espoo could spring a surprise and secure a positive result on home ice. This encounter promises to be an intriguing battle between two teams with different trajectories in the league.

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Kiekko-Espoo
32.1%		 Draw
24%		 KooKoo
43.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga KooKoo: 4.62% Kiekko-Espoo: 1.41%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.98 4 2.14
2.91 4.2 2.08
2.75 3.6 2.1
2.98 3.73 2.14
2.9 3.85 2.15

Latest Results

14.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 1:2 OT
10.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – SaiPa hockey – 3:4
09.01.26 HPK Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:0
03.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Tappara hockey – 2:5
27.12.25 Kiekko-Espoo – TPS hockey – 8:1		 14.01.26 HIFK Hockey – KooKoo – 1:6
09.01.26 KooKoo – JYP Hockey – 6:1
05.01.26 KooKoo – SaiPa hockey – 3:4
03.01.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 2:3 penalties
27.12.25 KooKoo – Tappara hockey – 6:3

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 9 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kiekko-Espoo won 1.
  • Kiekko-Espoo has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • KooKoo is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Kiekko-Espoo may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Kiekko-Espoo has had a series of home games.
  • KooKoo will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • We predict that KooKoo will win today’s game, with odds of 2.12.
  • In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Kiekko-Espoo won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 17:25. (average 2.4:3.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Kiekko-Espoo won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 10:9. (average 3.3:3).

    Latest Head To Head

    05.12.25 KooKoo – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:0
    15.11.25 Kiekko-Espoo – KooKoo – 2:3 OT
    23.08.25 KooKoo – Kiekko-Espoo – 7:1
    11.01.25 Kiekko-Espoo – KooKoo – 4:3 OT
    18.12.24 KooKoo – Kiekko-Espoo – 5:4 OT

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 38 24 2 2 10 139:87 78
    2 Lukko 38 20 5 1 12 120:94 71
    3 SaiPa 40 20 3 5 12 132:110 71
    4 KooKoo 38 18 7 1 12 137:99 69
    5 JYP 37 18 6 2 11 135:113 68
    6 Ilves 39 17 6 4 12 123:103 67
    7 KalPa 38 18 4 2 14 118:120 64
    8 Assat 38 17 4 3 14 109:100 62
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 40 13 3 6 18 101:119 51
    10 TPS Turku 39 11 6 6 16 92:106 51
    11 IFK Helsinki 39 14 2 4 19 85:127 50
    12 Jukurit 37 13 3 4 17 85:97 49
    13 Hameenlinna 40 11 4 7 18 97:114 48
    14 Pelicans 37 10 5 6 16 73:96 46
    15 Karpat 40 11 4 4 21 120:132 45
    16 Vaasan Sport 38 8 1 8 21 77:126 34

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.84 (30.87%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.88 (17.99%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6.5 (13.51%)

    4. Saipa: 13 (6.75%)

    5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.2 (6.65%)

    6. Kalpa Kuopio: 15.2 (5.78%)

    7. KooKoo: 19 (4.62%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 26 (3.38%)

    9. Assat Pori: 37.2 (2.36%)

    10. Karpat Oulu: 42.6 (2.06%)

    11. Kiekko-Espoo: 62.2 (1.41%)

    12. TPS Turku: 68.2 (1.29%)

    13. Pelicans Lahti: 85.4 (1.03%)

    14. Hameenlinna: 93.4 (0.94%)

    15. Jukurit: 120.2 (0.73%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 140.2 (0.63%)

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