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On March 7, 2026, KooKoo will host HIFK Hockey in what promises to be an intriguing matchup in the Finnish SM-liiga. KooKoo comes into the game with a solid performance, having won 3 of their last 5 matches, displaying effective offensive tactics that have resulted in high-scoring games. Their current form suggests a growing confidence and cohesion within the team, essential factors for a home game.
In contrast, HIFK has struggled recently, winning only 1 of their last 5 outings. This downturn may be reflective of challenges in their defensive structures and inconsistencies in scoring. HIFK will need to address these issues quickly, especially playing away from home, where they often face added pressure.
Bookmakers favor KooKoo with odds of 1.77 for a home win, while HIFK sits at 3.53 for an away victory. The probability model suggests a 50.5% chance of a KooKoo victory, 21.8% for a draw, and 27.6% for HIFK to win. With KooKoo’s recent form and tactical advantages, they may emerge victorious, but HIFK’s need for a turnaround could lead to a more competitive affair than expected. Thus, while KooKoo is favored, the outcome remains uncertain.
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| KooKoo 51.7% |
Draw 21.5% |
HIFK 26.9% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga KooKoo: 6.41% IFK Helsinki: 3.18%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.83 | 4.4 | 3.46 | ||
| 1.75 | 4 | 3.3 | ||
| 1.77 | 4.47 | 3.53 |
Latest Results
| 04.03.26 Kärpat Oulu – KooKoo – 4:3 penalties 28.02.26 KooKoo – Ilves hockey – 5:1 27.02.26 JYP Hockey – KooKoo – 2:3 25.02.26 Vaasan Sport – KooKoo – 3:4 21.02.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 6:2 |
04.03.26 HIFK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:5 28.02.26 Ässät hockey – HIFK Hockey – 1:4 27.02.26 HIFK Hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 2:3 OT 21.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – HIFK Hockey – 4:0 14.02.26 SaiPa hockey – HIFK Hockey – 5:3 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.01.26 HIFK Hockey – KooKoo – 1:6 22.11.25 KooKoo – HIFK Hockey – 8:1 01.10.25 HIFK Hockey – KooKoo – 3:4 penalties 13.08.25 HIFK Hockey – KooKoo – 4:3 OT 22.02.25 KooKoo – HIFK Hockey – 0:2 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Tappara | 54 | 34 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 205:128 | 109 |
| 2 | KooKoo | 55 | 30 | 7 | 2 | 16 | 198:139 | 106 |
| 3 | SaiPa | 56 | 29 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 192:148 | 106 |
| 4 | KalPa | 56 | 27 | 6 | 5 | 18 | 169:163 | 98 |
| 5 | JYP | 54 | 24 | 11 | 4 | 15 | 183:157 | 98 |
| 6 | Lukko | 55 | 26 | 8 | 3 | 18 | 168:141 | 97 |
| 7 | Ilves | 54 | 25 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 164:139 | 93 |
| 8 | Assat | 55 | 23 | 6 | 4 | 22 | 152:151 | 85 |
| 9 | Kiekko-Espoo | 56 | 20 | 4 | 11 | 21 | 141:154 | 79 |
| 10 | Pelicans | 54 | 18 | 8 | 7 | 21 | 123:140 | 77 |
| 11 | IFK Helsinki | 54 | 19 | 4 | 5 | 26 | 124:175 | 70 |
| 12 | TPS Turku | 55 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 24 | 130:158 | 68 |
| 13 | Hameenlinna | 54 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 24 | 128:150 | 67 |
| 14 | Karpat | 55 | 15 | 6 | 5 | 29 | 162:179 | 62 |
| 15 | Jukurit | 55 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 28 | 122:150 | 62 |
| 16 | Vaasan Sport | 56 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 35 | 107:196 | 40 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 2.44 (36.15%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 4.35 (20.28%)
3. Lukko Rauman: 8.4 (10.5%)
4. Saipa: 13 (6.78%)
5. KooKoo: 13.75 (6.41%)
6. JYP Jyvaskyla: 15.75 (5.6%)
7. Kalpa Kuopio: 20.5 (4.3%)
8. IFK Helsinki: 27.75 (3.18%)
9. Assat Pori: 72.75 (1.21%)
10. Karpat Oulu: 91.5 (0.96%)
11. Kiekko-Espoo: 95.25 (0.93%)
12. Vaasan Sport: 100 (0.88%)
13. Pelicans Lahti: 100.25 (0.88%)
14. TPS Turku: 100.25 (0.88%)
15. Hameenlinna: 112.75 (0.78%)
16. Jukurit: 325.25 (0.27%)
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