Finnish sports update: HIFK falls to JYP and FC Haka loses to KäPa

In Finnish ice hockey, HIFK suffered its third home loss of the season after falling 4–3 to JYP. HIFK head coach Olli Jokinen noted that while the team played a competitive game, penalties in the second period allowed JYP to gain momentum. Despite the loss, Jokinen highlighted a positive atmosphere following a new fan arrangement that expanded the standing section. JYP remains at the top of the league following the victory.

In football, Käpylän Pallo (KäPa) defeated FC Haka 3–2 in a Ykkösliiga match. FC Haka initially led 2–0 with goals from Oliver Whyte, but KäPa responded with goals from Niklas Leinonen and Mikko Kuningas to secure the win.