Helsingin IFK faced a challenging match against Jukurit, leading twice only to ultimately lose 2–3 in overtime. The team dominated the shot count with 58 compared to Jukurit's 28, indicating a strong offensive effort. However, Jukurit, a team with a reduced lineup after trading several of their top players earlier in the week, managed to remain competitive throughout the game.

This defeat marks the fifth consecutive loss for HIFK as they grapple for playoff positions, leading to an angry reaction from the fans who booed and whistled the team off the ice at Helsinki's ice hall. Head coach Olli Jokinen expressed his disappointment in a post-match press conference, acknowledging the performance of Jukurit while lamenting his team's struggles, particularly in handling the tight game dynamics when leading late in the match.

Jokinen's comments reflect broader concerns within the team about their form and presentation on the ice as they head into the decisive phase of the season. This situation not only highlights the pressures faced by the team but also underscores the passionate response of their supporters, who demand higher standards from their players during such critical moments in the season.