Bet on HPK vs Ilves on Ice Hockey
Who is favored to win in HPK vs Ilves?
Ilves are narrowly favored based on current market lines, with implied moneyline odds around 1.90 compared to HPK at about 2.00–2.10; Ilves’ slightly stronger form and deeper scoring lines this month make them the marginal pick while HPK’s home-ice and recent defensive improvements keep this tightly contested—DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is HPK vs Ilves?
The match starts on 26 December 2025 at 16:30 local Finnish time (EET, UTC+2).
Where is HPK vs Ilves being held?
The game will be played in Hämeenlinna at HPK’s home arena, the Ritari-areena (capacity ~5,360), featuring a standard Liiga-sized ice surface, modern player facilities and an intimate atmosphere that often benefits HPK’s forecheck-heavy style.
HPK vs Ilves prediction & odds - who wins?
Prediction: Lean Ilves moneyline at ~1.90 with an expectation of a low-to-moderate scoring game (total under ~5.5); back Ilves for a straight win but consider a small hedge on HPK +1.5 puckline if you prefer downside protection given HPK’s strong home penalty kill and recent form.
What is the head to head record between HPK vs Ilves?
In head-to-head meetings over the last two seasons HPK and Ilves splits are close: Ilves hold a slight edge with more wins in their last 10 encounters (Ilves 5 wins, HPK 4 wins, 1 overtime/shootout result), while average goals per game between them sits around 5.0—recent meetings have been decided by one-goal margins, so expect another tight contest.