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As Kiekko-Espoo prepares to host Pelicans Hockey on September 5, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing match-up in the SM-liiga. Kiekko-Espoo comes into this game with a recent uptick in form, winning 3 of their last 5 matches. Their tactical prowess has been evident, particularly with their ability to capitalize on defensive lapses from opponents and maintain puck possession. This will be crucial against a Pelicans side that has struggled recently, managing to secure only 1 win in their last 4 outings.
Pelicans will need to regroup and sharpen their focus, as their recent performances have shown inconsistency, both offensively and defensively. With the odds showing Kiekko-Espoo as the favorites at 1.89 compared to Pelicans’ 3.38, bookmakers highlight the home team’s momentum and form as a decisive factor.
In terms of tactics, Kiekko-Espoo may look to exploit Pelicans’ weaknesses in defence, while the visitors will be tasked with tightening their backline and finding ways to generate more offensive pressure. Ultimately, while Kiekko-Espoo enters the match with the advantage, hockey remains unpredictable, and Pelicans could very well turn their fortunes around with a strong performance.
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| Kiekko-Espoo 49.3% |
Draw 23.1% |
Pelicans 27.6% |
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Kiekko-Espoo: 3.71%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.92 | 3.95 | 3.45 | |
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1.90 | 4.20 | 3.36 | |
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1.89 | 4.00 | 3.41 | |
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1.85 | 4.00 | 3.30 |
Latest Results
| 01.09.26 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 5:1 27.08.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Växjö Lakers – 1:3 26.08.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Växjö Lakers – 2:3 21.08.26 Pelicans Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:4 19.08.26 Linkopings HC – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:4 |
25.08.26 Pelicans Hockey – KooKoo – 7:0 21.08.26 Pelicans Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:4 19.08.26 KooKoo – Pelicans Hockey – 4:1 14.08.26 HIFK Hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 4:2 07.04.26 KooKoo – Pelicans Hockey – 4:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 21.08.26 Pelicans Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:4 13.12.25 Kiekko-Espoo – Pelicans Hockey – 2:3 09.09.25 Pelicans Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 1:0 OT 26.02.25 Kiekko-Espoo – Pelicans Hockey – 3:2 OT 23.11.24 Pelicans Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 4:5 |
Standings
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kiekko-Espoo | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 3 |
| 2 | Hameenlinna | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 3 |
| 3 | SaiPa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 3 |
| 4 | TPS Turku | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 3 |
| 5 | Karpat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 3 |
| 6 | Ilves | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 7 | Vaasan Sport | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:4 | 2 |
| 8 | Jokerit | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4:5 | 1 |
| 9 | IFK Helsinki | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 10 | JYP | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 11 | Pelicans | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 12 | Tappara | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2:4 | 0 |
| 13 | KooKoo | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2:4 | 0 |
| 14 | Assat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 0 |
| 15 | Lukko | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
| 16 | Jukurit | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:4 | 0 |
| 17 | KalPa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:5 | 0 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 3.41 (25.45%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 8.24 (10.53%)
3. IFK Helsinki: 10.82 (8.02%)
4. Lukko Rauman: 11 (7.89%)
5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 11.42 (7.6%)
6. Jokerit: 11.5 (7.55%)
7. Karpat Oulu: 15.8 (5.49%)
8. Kalpa Kuopio: 18 (4.82%)
9. KooKoo: 18.4 (4.72%)
10. Saipa: 23 (3.77%)
11. Kiekko-Espoo: 23.4 (3.71%)
12. Hameenlinna: 30 (2.89%)
13. Pelicans Lahti: 39.2 (2.21%)
14. Assat Pori: 41 (2.12%)
15. TPS Turku: 44 (1.97%)
16. Vaasan Sport: 120.4 (0.72%)
17. Jukurit: 160.4 (0.54%)
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