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As KooKoo prepares to face SaiPa in the Finnish SM-liiga on April 21, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent performances. KooKoo boasts an impressive winning streak, clinching victory in their last five matches, which underscores their current momentum and competitive edge. Their tactical approach has seen improved offensive coordination and solid defensive play, making them a tough opponent at home.
In contrast, SaiPa has managed to secure only two wins in their last five outings, reflecting challenges in both consistency and execution. Despite their struggles, they remain capable of pulling off surprises, relying on their experience and tactical adaptability.
The bookmakers have placed KooKoo as the favorites with odds of 1.78, while SaiPa stands at 3.9 for an away win. Our prediction model indicates a 50.9% chance of a home victory, alongside a 24.2% probability of a draw and a 24.8% chance of an away win. The expected scoreline of 3:2 highlights the potential for an engaging contest.
As the teams take to the ice, the match promises intensity, with KooKoo looking to extend their winning ways while SaiPa seeks to rediscover their form. However, the unpredictability of hockey ensures that the outcome remains uncertain until the final whistle.
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| KooKoo 48.3% |
Draw 24.1% |
SaiPa 27.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga KooKoo: 21.57% Saipa: 3.71%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.91 | 3.65 | 3.48 | ||
| 2.02 | 3.85 | 3.4 | ||
| 1.91 | 4.3 | 3.27 | ||
| 1.93 | 3.78 | 3.48 |
Latest Results
| 18.04.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 3:5 17.04.26 KooKoo – SaiPa hockey – 4:2 07.04.26 KooKoo – Pelicans Hockey – 4:1 04.04.26 Pelicans Hockey – KooKoo – 1:5 02.04.26 KooKoo – Pelicans Hockey – 4:1 |
18.04.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 3:5 17.04.26 KooKoo – SaiPa hockey – 4:2 13.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 4:2 11.04.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:3 08.04.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 1:5 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.04.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 3:5 17.04.26 KooKoo – SaiPa hockey – 4:2 21.02.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 6:2 05.01.26 KooKoo – SaiPa hockey – 3:4 03.01.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 2:3 penalties |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
1/8-finals
| 1 | Tappara (1) | Bye | |
| 2 | Lukko (5) | Hameenlinna (12) | 1 : 3 |
| 3 | Ilves (4) | Bye | |
| 4 | KalPa (7) | IFK Helsinki (10) | 3 : 2 |
| 5 | KooKoo (2) | Bye | |
| 6 | JYP (6) | Pelicans (11) | 0 : 3 |
| 7 | SaiPa (3) | Bye | |
| 8 | Assat (8) | Kiekko-Espoo (9) | 3 : 2 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Tappara (1) | Hameenlinna (12) | 4 : 1 |
| 2 | Ilves (4) | KalPa (7) | 4 : 2 |
| 3 | KooKoo (2) | Pelicans (11) | 4 : 1 |
| 4 | SaiPa (3) | Assat (8) | 4 : 3 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Tappara (1) | Ilves (4) | 0 : 1 |
| 2 | KooKoo (2) | SaiPa (3) | 2 : 0 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Ilves Tampere: 2.41 (38.49%)
2. Tappara: 2.56 (36.23%)
3. KooKoo: 4.3 (21.57%)
4. Saipa: 25 (3.71%)
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