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Expected score: Hameenlinna 2-1 Jukurit
Hameenlinna host Jukurit in a Liiga encounter on 13 November 2026. The visitors sit third in the standings with 36 points from 20 games, while the hosts occupy 14th with 24 points. On paper, Jukurit's superior league position suggests a clear advantage, yet recent form and the teams' direct history inject uncertainty into this fixture.
Team form
Hameenlinna
Hameenlinna's record over their last five outings reads mixed. They opened with a loss to Ilves (0-4) at home, then fell 3-5 away to IFK Helsinki. However, they then won 4-1 at Jukurit on 1 September—a result that carries weight given the opponent. Two friendly victories followed in August. Across these five matches, Hameenlinna scored 14 goals and conceded 12, averaging 2.8 per game offensively and 2.4 defensively. The September loss to Ilves stands out as a defensive lapse, but the win over Jukurit suggests they can compete at this level when executing their system.
Jukurit
Jukurit have won three of their last five Liiga games, most recently beating TPS Turku 4-1. They defeated IFK Helsinki 3-1 and Vaasan Sport 4-0 in that run. A 0-4 loss to KalPa on 4 September interrupted their momentum, and crucially, they fell 1-4 to Hameenlinna on 1 September. Over these five matches, Jukurit posted 12 goals and 10 conceded (2.4 and 2.0 per game). Their defensive record is tighter than Hameenlinna's, but the recent defeat to these hosts raises questions about consistency against this specific opponent.
Head-to-head
The teams met on 1 September 2026 in Liiga play, with Hameenlinna winning 4-1 away. No other head-to-head data is available. That result is the only direct reference point and suggests Hameenlinna possess the tactical tools to trouble Jukurit, though a single match offers limited predictive value.
Key factors
Jukurit's league position and recent form—three wins in five—ordinarily favour the visitors. Their tighter defence (2.0 goals conceded per game versus Hameenlinna's 2.4) is a structural advantage. However, Hameenlinna's 4-1 win over Jukurit six weeks ago cannot be dismissed; it indicates the hosts can execute offensively (2.8 per game) and expose Jukurit's vulnerabilities. The home-ice factor also matters in hockey. Conversely, Jukurit's third-place standing reflects sustained quality, and they will arrive as the higher-ranked side. Hameenlinna's 0-4 loss to Ilves raises durability concerns, yet their offensive output remains respectable.
Prediction
Hameenlinna hold a slight favourite status here, supported by their recent head-to-head victory and home-ice advantage. Jukurit are the stronger league side but arrive off mixed recent form and with a loss to these opponents on their record. The market reflects this tension: Hameenlinna are marginally more likely to win, but the margin is narrow. Both teams average between 2.0 and 2.8 goals per game, suggesting a competitive, close contest rather than a blowout.
Back Hameenlinna to win. They possess a narrow edge owing to home advantage and their proven ability to beat Jukurit this season. Expect a tight match in which both sides generate chances; the predicted scoreline is 2-1, reflecting the competitive nature of the fixture.
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| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 | 11 | 4 | 40 | |
| 2 | 20 | 10 | 6 | 37 | |
| 3 | 20 | 9 | 6 | 36 | |
| 4 | 17 | 10 | 4 | 35 | |
| 5 | 20 | 10 | 7 | 34 | |
| 6 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 34 | |
| 7 | 20 | 9 | 7 | 33 | |
| 8 | 20 | 7 | 5 | 33 | |
| 9 | 20 | 8 | 7 | 31 | |
| 10 | 19 | 7 | 7 | 28 | |
| 11 | 19 | 7 | 7 | 27 | |
| 12 | 19 | 8 | 9 | 26 | |
| 13 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 24 | |
| 14 | 20 | 6 | 11 | 24 | |
| 15 | 18 | 5 | 10 | 19 | |
| 16 | 18 | 3 | 10 | 15 | |
| 17 | 20 | 2 | 15 | 10 |
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