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Tappara vs HIFK predictions, Jan 16, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Friday,

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In an upcoming match in the Finnish SM-liiga, Tappara hockey will face off against HIFK hockey on January 16, 2026. Tappara comes into the game in good form, having won 4 of their last 5 matches, while HIFK has also been impressive with 3 wins in their last 5 outings.

Tappara will have the advantage of playing at home, which is reflected in the bookmakers’ odds favoring them at 1.65 for the win. However, HIFK cannot be counted out, with odds of 4.52 for an away victory. Our model prediction slightly leans towards a Tappara win with a 54.6% probability, while a draw is at 23.7%, and an away win at 21.3%.

Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent good form and tactical strengths in this match. Tappara will rely on their solid defense and ability to convert scoring opportunities, while HIFK will look to stay organized and strike on the counter-attack. It promises to be a closely contested game with both teams having a chance to come out on top.

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Tappara
56.5%		 Draw
22.9%		 HIFK
20.6%

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Tappara: 30.87% IFK Helsinki: 3.38%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.65 4.08 4.52

Latest Results

10.01.26 Ässät hockey – Tappara hockey – 1:5
09.01.26 Tappara hockey – Ässät hockey – 6:2
05.01.26 Tappara hockey – HPK Hockey – 2:1
03.01.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Tappara hockey – 2:5
27.12.25 KooKoo – Tappara hockey – 6:3		 14.01.26 HIFK Hockey – KooKoo – 1:6
10.01.26 Ilves hockey – HIFK Hockey – 6:0
09.01.26 HIFK Hockey – Ilves hockey – 1:0
07.01.26 HIFK Hockey – KalPa hockey – 5:1
03.01.26 HIFK Hockey – JYP Hockey – 5:3

Facts

  • This match features a clash between the league leader and a mid-table team (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: Quarter~finals) and 11 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tappara won 2.
  • Tappara is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • HIFK‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • HIFK may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, HIFK has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Tappara is the team to beat.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Tappara won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 74:54. (average 3.7:2.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tappara won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 51:27. (average 4.6:2.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    10.12.25 HIFK Hockey – Tappara hockey – 6:3
    31.10.25 Tappara hockey – HIFK Hockey – 4:1
    01.02.25 HIFK Hockey – Tappara hockey – 3:2
    12.12.24 Tappara hockey – HIFK Hockey – 4:3 penalties
    30.11.24 HIFK Hockey – Tappara hockey – 4:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 38 24 2 2 10 139:87 78
    2 Lukko 38 20 5 1 12 120:94 71
    3 SaiPa 40 20 3 5 12 132:110 71
    4 KooKoo 38 18 7 1 12 137:99 69
    5 JYP 37 18 6 2 11 135:113 68
    6 Ilves 39 17 6 4 12 123:103 67
    7 KalPa 38 18 4 2 14 118:120 64
    8 Assat 38 17 4 3 14 109:100 62
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 40 13 3 6 18 101:119 51
    10 TPS Turku 39 11 6 6 16 92:106 51
    11 IFK Helsinki 39 14 2 4 19 85:127 50
    12 Jukurit 37 13 3 4 17 85:97 49
    13 Hameenlinna 40 11 4 7 18 97:114 48
    14 Pelicans 37 10 5 6 16 73:96 46
    15 Karpat 40 11 4 4 21 120:132 45
    16 Vaasan Sport 38 8 1 8 21 77:126 34

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.84 (30.87%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.88 (17.99%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 6.5 (13.51%)

    4. Saipa: 13 (6.75%)

    5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.2 (6.65%)

    6. Kalpa Kuopio: 15.2 (5.78%)

    7. KooKoo: 19 (4.62%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 26 (3.38%)

    9. Assat Pori: 37.2 (2.36%)

    10. Karpat Oulu: 42.6 (2.06%)

    11. Kiekko-Espoo: 62.2 (1.41%)

    12. TPS Turku: 68.2 (1.29%)

    13. Pelicans Lahti: 85.4 (1.03%)

    14. Hameenlinna: 93.4 (0.94%)

    15. Jukurit: 120.2 (0.73%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 140.2 (0.63%)

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