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As SaiPa prepares to host Pelicans in an upcoming SM-liiga clash on March 7, 2026, the match promises to deliver an exciting showdown between two teams in formidable form. Both SaiPa and Pelicans have secured victories in 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing their capacity for winning momentum heading into this encounter.
SaiPa has demonstrated tactical resilience at home, leveraging their offensive capabilities effectively. Their recent form indicates a well-rounded performance, blending disciplined defense with potent offensive strategies. On the other hand, Pelicans, known for their adaptive gameplay, have also shown strength on the road. Their ability to counterattack and maintain possession makes them a challenging opponent.
According to bookmakers, SaiPa holds the edge with odds of 1.67 for a home win, while Pelicans are at 4.1 for an away victory. Model predictions suggest a 53.1% probability for a home win, though a 24% likelihood for an away victory indicates that Pelicans cannot be underestimated.
While SaiPa aims to exploit their home advantage, Pelicans will be looking to extend their successful run. The match is poised to be competitive, with no outcome guaranteed, making it crucial for both teams to execute their strategies effectively.
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| SaiPa 55.4% |
Draw 21.2% |
Pelicans 23.5% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Saipa: 6.78%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.72 | 4.4 | 3.96 | ||
| 1.6 | 4.2 | 3.8 | ||
| 1.67 | 4.46 | 4.02 |
Latest Results
| 04.03.26 HIFK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:5 28.02.26 SaiPa hockey – HPK Hockey – 0:3 27.02.26 HPK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:5 25.02.26 TPS hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:3 21.02.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 6:2 |
28.02.26 Lukko Hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 2:5 27.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:2 penalties 25.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Ilves hockey – 2:1 20.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Tappara hockey – 4:3 17.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 0:5 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 20.11.25 SaiPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 2:3 OT 27.09.25 Pelicans Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:5 08.03.25 Pelicans Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 3:4 10.01.25 SaiPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 2:4 18.12.24 Pelicans Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 6:3 |
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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