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Pelicans vs Vaasan Sport Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 16-10-2026
Oct 1615:30
Match Prediction
Expected score: Pelicans 2-1 Vaasan Sport
PelicansDrawVaasan Sport
As the Liiga season witnesses a matchup between Pelicans and Vaasan Sport on October 16, 2026, both teams find themselves perched towards the lower half of the standings. The Pelicans currently sit at #10 with 15 points, while Vaasan Sport are in the basement at #14 with just 13 points. This clash is crucial for both teams as they aim to build some momentum early in the season.
Team form
Pelicans
Pelicans have shown inconsistency in their recent form, having lost three out of their last five games. Their most recent outing witnessed a defeat against JYP (1-3), following setbacks against Jukurit and Tappara. However, they did display potential with two wins at home, including a 2-0 victory against KalPa. On average, they have scored 1.6 goals per game while conceding 2.0, indicating defensive frailties alongside struggling offensive outputs.
Vaasan Sport
Vaasan Sport are on a poor run, managing to secure just three wins in 11 matches so far this season. Their last five results showcase a similar trend, with four losses including a comprehensive 0-4 defeat to Jukurit and an encounter where they conceded six times in a high-scoring affair against Pelicans (3-6). Their average of 1.2 goals scored per game and a concerning 3.2 goals conceded reflects significant vulnerabilities, particularly in defensive setups.
Head-to-head
There are no historical matchups to reference as Pelicans and Vaasan Sport have not faced each other in their most recent fixtures. However, the prior encounter where Pelicans emerged victorious sets a tone of familiarity, suggesting a potential psychological edge for the home side as they prepare for this contest.
Key factors
Pelicans will rely on home-ice advantage as they try to convert recent struggles into positive outcomes against a visibly ailing Vaasan Sport side. A notable aspect will be the ability of Pelicans to address their goal-scoring challenges, particularly needing improved contributions from key forwards. In contrast, Vaasan Sport must resolve their defensive lapses to secure any chance of claiming points.
Prediction
With Pelicans showing a higher propensity to score in their recent home games and possessing a clearer edge over Vaasan Sport based on current form, they are considered favorites. Their ability to define the pace of the game while capitalizing on home support will be critical against a team struggling to find any rhythm. The goal-scoring averages from both teams suggest a match that may see several goals, with the likelihood of Pelicans breaching the opposition's defense consistently throughout the matchup.
For this Liiga encounter, the expectation is a home win, favoring Pelicans based on current form, standings, and recent head-to-head results.
Match info
Tournaments:
Liiga(2026)
Type
League
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Pelicans
L
W
W
L
L
Vaasan Sport
W
L
L
L
L
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Ilves | 12 | 8 | 3 | 26 |
| 2 |  Jukurit | 14 | 6 | 5 | 24 |
| 3 |  Assat | 12 | 6 | 3 | 22 |
| 4 |  Karpat | 13 | 5 | 3 | 22 |
| 5 |  JYP | 10 | 7 | 3 | 21 |
| 6 |  Lukko | 11 | 6 | 4 | 20 |
| 7 |  Kiekko-Espoo | 13 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 8 |  SaiPa | 11 | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| 9 |  Tappara | 11 | 5 | 4 | 19 |
| 10 |  Hameenlinna | 12 | 4 | 5 | 18 |
| 11 |  TPS Turku | 11 | 5 | 5 | 16 |
| 12 |  Pelicans | 10 | 5 | 4 | 16 |
| 13 |  KalPa | 11 | 4 | 6 | 13 |
| 14 |  IFK Helsinki | 11 | 3 | 5 | 13 |
| 15 |  Vaasan Sport | 11 | 3 | 5 | 13 |
| 16 |  Jokerit | 13 | 2 | 8 | 10 |
| 17 |  KooKoo | 12 | 1 | 10 | 4 |
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