Dumbarton vs Hearts (R): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 August

Dumbarton

W D W W W

11th place in Group A

1-0

26/08/2025 18:45

Hearts (R)

D L L L W

22nd place in Group A

Scotland Bells Challenge Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dumbarton vs Hearts (R) on 26 August 2025 (kick-off: 18:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dumbarton vs Hearts (R) preview before placing your bet.

Dumbarton are currently 11th with 11 points after 6 matches.
Hearts (R) sit 22nd with 6 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Dumbarton to win with probability 72%.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

18:45

2025-08-26

Dumbarton vs Hearts (R) - Prediction & Odds

Dumbarton

Hearts (R)

2025-08-26 18:45

STANDINGS UP TO 26/08/2025

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Inverness	18	6	6	0	0	26	4	22
02 Stenhousemuir	18	6	6	0	0	18	2	16
03 Montrose	16	6	5	1	0	18	9	9
04 East Fife	13	6	4	1	1	17	9	8
05 Stranraer	13	6	4	1	1	12	6	6
06 East Kilbride	12	6	4	0	2	13	11	2
07 Forfar Athletic	12	6	4	0	2	10	8	2
08 Edinburgh City	12	6	4	0	2	11	10	1
09 Spartans	11	6	3	2	1	14	8	6
10 Elgin City	11	6	3	2	1	11	9	2
11 Dumbarton	11	6	3	2	1	10	8	2
12 Annan Athletic	10	6	3	1	2	15	10	5
13 Hamilton Academical	10	6	3	1	2	13	8	5
14 Alloa Athletic	10	6	3	1	2	17	14	3
15 Kelty Hearts	10	6	3	1	2	9	6	3
16 Clyde	10	6	3	1	2	14	12	2
17 Queen of South	10	6	3	1	2	12	10	2
18 Stirling Albion	9	6	3	0	3	9	9	0
19 Cove Rangers	8	6	2	2	2	9	6	3
20 Peterhead	8	6	2	2	2	10	10	0
21 Celtic U21	6	6	2	0	4	12	15	-3
22 Hearts (R)	6	6	2	0	4	9	14	-5
23 Hibernian FC U21	5	6	1	2	3	11	14	-3
24 Saint Mirren U21	4	6	1	1	4	9	15	-6
25 Dundee United (R)	3	6	1	0	5	5	18	-13
26 Aberdeen U21	1	6	0	1	5	9	20	-11
27 Motherwell FC U21	1	6	0	1	5	2	17	-15
28 Glasgow Rangers U21	0	6	0	0	6	6	16	-10
29 Kilmarnock U21	0	6	0	0	6	3	19	-16
30 Dundee U21	0	6	0	0	6	4	21	-17

Dumbarton Last 6 matches

23/08/2025 14:00

Annan Athletic 3 - 4 Dumbarton SCO L2

16/08/2025 14:00

Dumbarton 1 - 1 Elgin City SCO L2

12/08/2025 18:45

Dumbarton 4 - 2 Saint Mirren U21 SCO BC

09/08/2025 14:00

Spartans 1 - 2 Dumbarton SCO L2

02/08/2025 14:00

Dumbarton 2 - 1 Clyde SCO L2

26/07/2025 14:00

Hamilton Academical 0 - 1 Dumbarton SCO LC

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Hearts (R)

23/08/2025 14:00

Broxburn Athletic 3 - 3 Hearts (R) SCO LL

19/08/2025 18:45

Hearts (R) 0 - 2 Gala Fairydean SCO LL

12/08/2025 18:45

East Fife 4 - 1 Hearts (R) SCO BC

08/08/2025 18:45

Hearts (R) 1 - 2 Cumbernauld Colts SCO LL

02/08/2025 14:00

Stirling University 1 - 2 Hearts (R) SCO LL

30/07/2025 18:45

Gretna 4 - 4 Hearts (R) SCO LL

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

172

Avg. per game

0.60

Conceded

232

Avg. per game

0.80

Scored

112

Avg. per game

0.81

Conceded

121

Avg. per game

0.88

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

0 (0%)6 (100%)

In last 289 matches

YesNo

122 (42%)167 (58%)

In last 289 matches

NoYes

64 (46%)74 (54%)

Dumbarton

Recent matches

Hearts (R)

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dumbarton

Hearts (R)

Shots

Dumbarton

Total shots

9.24 avg / game

Blocked

48 total

Avg. 1.92

Hearts (R)

Total shots

10.22 avg / game

Blocked

9 total

Avg. 3.00

Dumbarton Pass Hearts (R)

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dumbarton

289

Played games

Hearts (R)

138

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.17

4.72

1364

Corners

429

3.11

0.00

Throw-ins

0.45

0.12

Offsides

0.43

0.94

271

GK saves

0.09

Dumbarton

DISCIPLINARY

Hearts (R)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.75

507

186

1.35

0.08

0.07

3.31

958

Fouls

276

2.00

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Dumbarton vs Hearts (R) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dumbarton vs Hearts (R) on 26 August 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Scotland Bells Challenge Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Dumbarton vs Hearts (R) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Dumbarton's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Hearts (R)'s away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Scotland Bells Challenge Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Scotland Bells Challenge Cup standings and the Scotland Bells Challenge Cup form table to understand exactly where Dumbarton and Hearts (R) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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