Skellefteå vs Luleå predictions, Apr 09, 2026

Apr 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As Skellefteå AIK prepares to host Luleå HF in a crucial SHL clash on April 9, 2026, both teams enter the match with varying levels of momentum. Skellefteå has demonstrated impressive form lately, securing victories in four of their last five outings, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive resilience. In contrast, Luleå has logged three wins in their recent five games, suggesting they are a formidable opponent when in sync.

The bookmakers appear to favor Skellefteå, offering odds of 1.84 for a home win compared to 3.75 for an away victory for Luleå. According to model predictions, there is a notable probability of a home win at 50.9%, with a 23% chance of a draw and a 26.1% likelihood of an away victory. The predicted final score of 3:2 reflects a closely contested encounter, emphasizing that both teams have the capacity to score.

With Skellefteå’s strong home record and Luleå’s ability to capitalize on counterattacks, this matchup promises to be tightly fought. While Skellefteå may hold the edge at home, Luleå’s recent form should not be underestimated. As always in hockey, the outcome is far from certain.

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Skellefteå
52.9%		 Draw
23.7%		 Luleå
23.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of SHL Skelleftea: 50.93% Lulea: 8.94%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.7 3.72 4.34
betsson 1.92 3.95 3.5
MarathonBet 1.75 4.4 4.1 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.67 3.6 4.2
Pinnacle 1.75 3.91 4.13

Latest Results

07.04.26 Skellefteå AIK – Luleå HF – 4:3 OT
31.03.26 Skellefteå AIK – Malmö Redhawks – 4:0
29.03.26 Malmö Redhawks – Skellefteå AIK – 2:1 OT
27.03.26 Malmö Redhawks – Skellefteå AIK – 2:4
25.03.26 Skellefteå AIK – Malmö Redhawks – 3:2		 07.04.26 Skellefteå AIK – Luleå HF – 4:3 OT
02.04.26 Luleå HF – Frölunda HC – 1:0
31.03.26 Frölunda HC – Luleå HF – 2:1
29.03.26 Luleå HF – Frölunda HC – 4:3 OT
27.03.26 Luleå HF – Frölunda HC – 2:1 OT

Facts

  • First leg. 4 extra times played.
  • This match features a clash between the league leader and a mid-table team (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ SHL (Play Offs: Quarter~finals) and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ SHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • Skellefteå is Qualified for SHL (Play Offs Quarter~finals)
  • Luleå is Qualified for SHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Skellefteå won 4.
  • Skellefteå is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Luleå‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Skellefteå may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Skellefteå is the team to beat.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Skellefteå won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 52:37. (average 2.6:1.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Skellefteå won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 32:21. (average 2.9:1.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.04.26 Skellefteå AIK – Luleå HF – 4:3 OT
    28.02.26 Luleå HF – Skellefteå AIK – 0:1 penalties
    26.12.25 Luleå HF – Skellefteå AIK – 3:2 OT
    28.10.25 Skellefteå AIK – Luleå HF – 3:0
    30.09.25 Skellefteå AIK – Luleå HF – 4:3

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    1/8-finals

    1 Skelleftea (1) Bye
    2 Malmo (8) Djurgarden (9) 2 : 1
    3 Frolunda (2) Bye
    4 Lulea (7) Orebro (10) 2 : 1
    5 Vaxjo (3) Bye
    6 Bye Brynas (6)
    7 Rogle (4) Bye
    8 Bye Farjestad (5)

    Quarter-finals

    1 Skelleftea (1) Malmo (8) 4 : 1
    2 Frolunda (2) Lulea (7) 2 : 4
    3 Vaxjo (3) Brynas (6) 4 : 1
    4 Rogle (4) Farjestad (5) 4 : 3

    Semi-finals

    1 Skelleftea (1) Lulea (7) 1 : 0
    2 Vaxjo (3) Rogle (4)

    SHL Outrights

    1. Skelleftea: 1.87 (50.93%)

    2. Vaxjo: 4.64 (20.54%)

    3. Rogle: 4.86 (19.59%)

    4. Lulea: 10.65 (8.94%)

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