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TPS vs Tappara predictions, Jan 17, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, Gatorade Center (Turku) on Saturday,

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In this upcoming SM-liiga match, TPS will face off against Tappara in what promises to be an exciting encounter. TPS hockey has recently struggled to find consistency, with only one win in their last five matches. On the other hand, Tappara hockey boasts an impressive record, winning four of their last five games.

Tactical strengths will play a crucial role in this matchup, with Tappara potentially having the edge based on their recent form. TPS will need to regroup and come up with a solid game plan to counter Tappara’s momentum and secure a positive result at home.

Bookmakers have favored Tappara as the away team with odds of 1.83, compared to TPS’ odds of 3.44 at home. Our model prediction gives Tappara a 49% probability of winning, while TPS has a 28.4% chance of coming out on top. With a 22.7% chance of a draw, this match could go either way.

Ultimately, both teams have the potential to secure a victory, making this game a must-watch for hockey fans.

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TPS
27.2%		 Draw
21.8%		 Tappara
51.1%

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Tappara: 30.87% TPS Turku: 1.29%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
3.44 4.29 1.83

Latest Results

16.01.26 HPK Hockey – TPS hockey – 3:1
10.01.26 TPS hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 2:3
09.01.26 SaiPa hockey – TPS hockey – 1:4
03.01.26 Ilves hockey – TPS hockey – 5:2
27.12.25 Kiekko-Espoo – TPS hockey – 8:1		 16.01.26 Tappara hockey – HIFK Hockey – 4:5
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

Facts

  • Watch a clash between a mid-table side and a current leader (ranked 12 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, TPS won 2.
  • TPS is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Tappara is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Tappara may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, TPS has had a series of away games.
  • Tappara could have a small edge in this match.
  • We predict that Tappara will win today’s game, with odds of 1.83.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, TPS won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 41:64. (average 2.1:3.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, TPS won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 24:35. (average 2.4:3.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.12.25 TPS hockey – Tappara hockey – 3:5
    23.09.25 Tappara hockey – TPS hockey – 1:2
    01.03.25 TPS hockey – Tappara hockey – 2:7
    28.02.25 Tappara hockey – TPS hockey – 2:5
    02.11.24 TPS hockey – Tappara hockey – 3:4 penalties

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 39 24 2 2 11 143:92 78
    2 SaiPa 41 20 4 5 12 136:113 73
    3 Lukko 39 20 5 2 12 124:99 72
    4 JYP 38 19 6 2 11 138:114 71
    5 KooKoo 39 18 7 1 13 139:103 69
    6 KalPa 39 19 4 2 14 121:121 67
    7 Ilves 40 17 6 4 13 124:105 67
    8 Assat 39 18 4 3 14 111:101 65
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 41 14 3 6 18 105:121 54
    10 IFK Helsinki 40 15 2 4 19 90:131 53
    11 Hameenlinna 41 12 4 7 18 100:115 51
    12 TPS Turku 40 11 6 6 17 93:109 51
    13 Jukurit 38 13 3 5 17 88:101 50
    14 Karpat 41 11 5 4 21 125:136 47
    15 Pelicans 38 10 5 6 17 74:99 46
    16 Vaasan Sport 39 8 1 8 22 78:129 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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