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On March 20, 2026, Lukko Hockey will host HPK Hockey in a crucial Finnish SM-liiga clash at the Lukko Hockey Arena. Both teams are looking to bolster their standings in the league as the season draws closer to its end.
Lukko comes into this matchup with a solid recent performance, having secured victories in three of their last five matches. Their offensive play has been particularly effective, showcasing strategic puck movement and strong power plays that have contributed to their scoring success. Defensively, they will need to maintain their composure to withstand HPK’s counter-attacks.
On the other hand, HPK has experienced a mixed bag of results, with two wins in their last five outings. While their recent form indicates some inconsistent play, they have displayed resilience in pressing situations. The team’s ability to counteract opponents’ pressures and capitalize on turnovers could prove vital against a formidable Lukko side.
The bookmakers favor a home win with odds of 1.7 for Lukko, reflecting a 50.5% probability according to analytics. However, with HPK’s potential for an upset at odds of 4.05, this encounter promises to be competitive. Given the strengths and recent trends, predictions remain uncertain, making this matchup one to watch closely.
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| Lukko 54.1% |
Draw 23.1% |
HPK 22.7% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 | 3.98 | 4.05 |
Latest Results
| 17.03.26 Lukko Hockey – KalPa hockey – 6:5 OT 14.03.26 Lukko Hockey – Ilves hockey – 4:1 13.03.26 Tappara hockey – Lukko Hockey – 6:2 11.03.26 Lukko Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 1:2 penalties 06.03.26 Lukko Hockey – KooKoo – 4:2 |
17.03.26 HPK Hockey – Tappara hockey – 3:2 OT 14.03.26 HPK Hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 1:4 13.03.26 Pelicans Hockey – HPK Hockey – 3:2 penalties 10.03.26 Ilves hockey – HPK Hockey – 3:1 07.03.26 HPK Hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 6:3 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 31.01.26 HPK Hockey – Lukko Hockey – 0:1 OT 20.12.25 Lukko Hockey – HPK Hockey – 4:2 29.11.25 HPK Hockey – Lukko Hockey – 1:2 penalties 19.09.25 Lukko Hockey – HPK Hockey – 6:0 15.08.25 Lukko Hockey – HPK Hockey – 1:2 OT |
Standings
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| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Tappara ✔ | 60 | 35 | 3 | 6 | 16 | 226:149 | 117 |
| 2 | KooKoo ✔ | 60 | 33 | 7 | 2 | 18 | 217:155 | 115 |
| 3 | SaiPa ✔ | 60 | 31 | 6 | 7 | 16 | 204:162 | 112 |
| 4 | Ilves | 60 | 29 | 8 | 4 | 19 | 186:152 | 107 |
| 5 | Lukko | 60 | 28 | 9 | 4 | 19 | 185:157 | 106 |
| 6 | JYP | 60 | 26 | 11 | 6 | 17 | 202:180 | 106 |
| 7 | KalPa | 60 | 28 | 7 | 6 | 19 | 185:179 | 104 |
| 8 | Assat ✔ | 60 | 26 | 6 | 4 | 24 | 170:165 | 94 |
| 9 | Kiekko-Espoo ✔ | 60 | 23 | 5 | 11 | 21 | 157:155 | 90 |
| 10 | IFK Helsinki ✔ | 60 | 25 | 4 | 5 | 26 | 149:183 | 88 |
| 11 | Pelicans ✔ | 60 | 20 | 9 | 7 | 24 | 137:156 | 85 |
| 12 | Hameenlinna | 60 | 16 | 9 | 9 | 26 | 144:167 | 75 |
| 13 | TPS Turku | 60 | 16 | 7 | 9 | 28 | 141:177 | 71 |
| 14 | Karpat | 60 | 16 | 6 | 6 | 32 | 175:197 | 66 |
| 15 | Jukurit | 60 | 15 | 6 | 7 | 32 | 131:171 | 64 |
| 16 | Vaasan Sport | 60 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 39 | 108:212 | 40 |
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