Story Summary
KalPa‘s home match in Kuopio produced a string of unusual moments and a tight, physical contest. Early in the second period, a KalPa own goal was reviewed on video amid confusion among players and the crowd. Jaakko Rissanen’s goal brought KalPa within one at the midway point, while he later said that one of his two goals had gone into his own net. The third period opened with a hit by Leo Lööf which, after review, resulted in his ejection. KalPa then had a five-minute power play and a late push, but did not get the result they wanted. Lasse Lappalainen was praised for his defensive work, Juuso Mäenpää was in good form, and both goaltenders played well. Tommi Niemelä was described as likely pleased with his side’s performance.
Key Facts
- Match played in Kuopio; KalPa were the home side.
- A KalPa own goal occurred at the start of the second period and was examined on video, prompting surprise among players and spectators.
- Jaakko Rissanen’s goal brought KalPa within one around the midway point; he later said that one of his two goals had gone into his own net.
- Rissanen’s non-own strike brought KalPa a goal closer around the mid-game point.
- Lasse Lappalainen was singled out for a strong defensive performance for KalPa.
- Juuso Mäenpää was reported to be in good form during the match.
- Leo Lööf delivered a hit at the start of the third period that was reviewed and resulted in his ejection.
- The home crowd largely supported the referees’ decision to eject Lööf after review.
- Both goaltenders were said to have played well.
- KalPa received a five-minute power play and mounted a late push, but did not get the desired result.
- Tommi Niemelä was described as likely pleased with his side’s performance.
IHM Discussion
The match in Kuopio showed how quickly an unusual sequence can change the temperature of a game. The reviewed own goal at the start of the second period caused confusion in the arena, while Rissanen’s later goal brought KalPa back within one around the midway point.
The third-period review of Lööf’s hit brought another major flashpoint and gave KalPa a five-minute power play. Their late push did not bring the desired result, but the match also featured solid defensive work from Lappalainen, a good display from Mäenpää and strong goaltending at both ends.
Why It Matters
The game stood out for its unusual own goal, a reviewed ejection and KalPa’s extended power play late on. It also underlined how a single review can heighten the pressure in a close contest, even when both teams continue to create chances.
Mini Q&A
Who scored twice in the Kuopio match?
Jaakko Rissanen said he had two goals on the night, one of them into his own net. His goal for KalPa brought the home side within one around the midway point.
What happened to Leo Lööf?
Leo Lööf delivered a hit at the start of the third period that was reviewed and resulted in his ejection.
Was the KalPa own goal reviewed?
Yes. The KalPa own goal at the start of the second period was examined on video and caused surprise among players and spectators.
Did KalPa have a late power play?
Yes. KalPa received a five-minute power play and pushed late, but did not get the desired result.
Which KalPa players were highlighted for their play?
Lasse Lappalainen was noted for strong defensive play and Juuso Mäenpää was described as being in good form. Both goaltenders were also said to have played well.
IHM Final View
The Kuopio encounter will be remembered for its unusual sequence of events: a reviewed own goal, Rissanen’s eventful night and a third-period ejection. KalPa pressed late on their five-minute power play, but the desired breakthrough did not arrive.