KalPa Kuopio vs Rauman Lukko Hockey Prediction & Stats
Brett KowalskiHockey AnalystMATCH REPORT
Rauman Lukko took a 2-1 decision in Kuopio, flipping a one-goal deficit with a goal late in the second and another early in the third. It ended in regulation, with KalPa held off the board after the first intermission.
KalPa led 1-0 after 20 minutes on Joona Saarelainen's goal at 19, set up by Konsta Kapanen. Aleksi Saarela tied it at 38 from Felix Robert to make it 1-1 after two, and Robert scored himself at 42, assisted by Arttu Valila, for the 1-2 that stood.
Robert was the difference on the scoresheet: an assist on the equalizer and the game-winner inside the first two minutes of the third. KalPa's only goal came in the final minute of the opening period; the last 40 belonged to Lukko, 2-0.
Questions & Answers
Who won the KalPa Kuopio vs Rauman Lukko game?
Rauman Lukko won 2-1.
What was the final score of KalPa Kuopio vs Rauman Lukko?
KalPa Kuopio 1 : 2 Rauman Lukko.
What was the period-by-period score of KalPa Kuopio vs Rauman Lukko?
By period: 1:0, 0:1, 0:1.
1st period1 - 0
- 15
2nd period0 - 1
3rd period0 - 1
- 48
- 48
Statistics
30
Shots on goal
20
0%
Power play
0%
2
Penalty shoot-out
1
4
Penalty minutes
2
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Slight edge — KalPa Kuopio
Lukko own this matchup on paper, with 15 wins from the recent head-to-head sample and KalPa yet to register one. Home ice and a slightly better recent look push KalPa to a 56% lean — narrow, and far from commanding.
Over 5.5 goals · including OT & shootout
Medium confidence56%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
54
51
CheckSkill
50
42
CheckMental
51
67
CheckLive total51.6 vs 50.2+1.4
Expected goals
> 5.5
goals · high-scoring match
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KalPa Kuopio to win · including OT & shootout51%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win KalPa Kuopio vs Rauman Lukko?
KalPa Kuopio are the narrow lean at home, but only just. Rauman Lukko's grip on this fixture keeps the call tight, and a regulation swing either way would surprise nobody.
Which team is in better shape before round one?
KalPa Kuopio hold a slim edge in the pre-season read, with Lukko carrying the stronger mental profile. The margin between the two is small enough that home ice decides plenty.
Will this Liiga opener go over the total?
Recent meetings between KalPa and Lukko have leaned open, including a 6-5 overtime finish in March 2026 and a 6-2 result. The over is the more natural side.

KalPa Kuopio

Rauman Lukko
Odds
| 1 | 2 |
|---|---|
| 1.81 | 1.86 |