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As SaiPa prepares to host Ässät on March 28, 2026, fans can expect an exciting matchup in the Finnish SM-liiga. Both teams come into this clash with a strong recent form, each securing victory in 3 of their last 5 outings. This suggests a competitive edge that could lead to a tightly contested game.
SaiPa has demonstrated solid performance on home ice, where their tactical strength lies in a disciplined defense combined with strategic puck control. Their ability to capitalize on special teams opportunities has also been evident, allowing them to dictate the tempo of games. Conversely, Ässät has been resilient, showcasing their offensive capabilities through a fast-paced attacking style. They rely on quick transitions and precise shooting to create scoring chances, making them a constant threat.
Bookmakers have set SaiPa as the clear favorite with odds of 1.6 for a home win, reflecting a 55.9% probability in their favor, while Ässät stands at 4.62 for an away win with a 21.1% probability. With potential for an unpredictable outcome, both teams will be eager to assert their dominance in a match that promises to be pivotal in the league standings. As always, outcomes can vary, and fans can expect a thrilling encounter.
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| SaiPa 58.3% |
Draw 21.5% |
Ässät 20.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Saipa: 11.52%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.59 | 4.01 | 4.81 | |
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1.61 | 4.65 | 4.43 |
Latest Results
| 17.03.26 Ilves hockey – SaiPa hockey – 4:1 14.03.26 SaiPa hockey – Tappara hockey – 6:4 11.03.26 Pelicans Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 4:1 07.03.26 SaiPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 4:2 04.03.26 HIFK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:5 |
26.03.26 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 5:2 24.03.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 4:1 23.03.26 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:5 21.03.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Ässät hockey – 1:2 OT 20.03.26 Ässät hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 4:3 OT |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 15.02.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 3:4 OT 11.02.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 4:0 12.11.25 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 2:5 21.10.25 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 3:2 OT 01.08.25 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 2:1 |
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) | |
| 2 | Ilves (4) | KalPa (7) | |
| 3 | KooKoo (2) | Pelicans (11) | |
| 4 | SaiPa (3) | Assat (8) |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 1.96 (47.61%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 3.78 (24.68%)
3. Saipa: 8.1 (11.52%)
4. KooKoo: 10.2 (9.15%)
5. Kalpa Kuopio: 22 (4.24%)
6. Assat Pori: 100 (0.93%)
7. Pelicans Lahti: 100 (0.93%)
8. Hameenlinna: 100 (0.93%)
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