Kärpät is close to disaster - this is how the return of the old union coach will affect, Topi Nättinen believes

Oulu Kärpät are in danger of having to fight even for their place in the league. According to Yle Urheilu expert Topi Nättinen, the outbursts of leading players indicate deeper problems.

Ville Mäntymaa leaves the team when Kärp has only five regular season games left.

Kärpät, who have had a slow season in the ice hockey league, have fired coach Ville Mäntymaa. He will be replaced by Petri Matikainen on a contract that will last for the rest of the season.