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

Dumbarton
WDWWW
11th place in Group A
1
1-0
FT
26/08/2025 14:45
Hearts (R)
DLLLW
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: 14:45) 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 will face Hearts (R) in Scotland Bells Challenge Cup on August 26, 2025 at 14:45.
  • Dumbarton are currently 11th with 11 points after 6 matches.
  • Hearts (R) sit 22nd with 6 points from 6 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 3 - 1 and average coefficient 1.24.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
14:45

2025-08-26

Dumbarton vs Hearts (R) - Prediction & Odds

Dumbarton
Dumbarton
Hearts (R)
Hearts (R)
2025-08-26 14:45
72
16
12
1
3 - 1
3 - 1
3.50
1.24
FT
1-0 0-0
-
weather
16°C
STANDINGS UP TO 26/08/2025
Group A PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Inverness Inverness
18 6 6 0 0 26 4 22
02 Stenhousemuir Stenhousemuir
18 6 6 0 0 18 2 16
03 Montrose Montrose
16 6 5 1 0 18 9 9
04 East Fife East Fife
13 6 4 1 1 17 9 8
05 Stranraer Stranraer
13 6 4 1 1 12 6 6
06 East Kilbride East Kilbride
12 6 4 0 2 13 11 2
07 Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
12 6 4 0 2 10 8 2
08 Edinburgh City Edinburgh City
12 6 4 0 2 11 10 1
09 Spartans Spartans
11 6 3 2 1 14 8 6
10 Elgin City Elgin City
11 6 3 2 1 11 9 2
11 Dumbarton Dumbarton
11 6 3 2 1 10 8 2
12 Annan Athletic Annan Athletic
10 6 3 1 2 15 10 5
13 Hamilton Academical Hamilton Academical
10 6 3 1 2 13 8 5
14 Alloa Athletic Alloa Athletic
10 6 3 1 2 17 14 3
15 Kelty Hearts Kelty Hearts
10 6 3 1 2 9 6 3
16 Clyde Clyde
10 6 3 1 2 14 12 2
17 Queen of South Queen of South
10 6 3 1 2 12 10 2
18 Stirling Albion Stirling Albion
9 6 3 0 3 9 9 0
19 Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
8 6 2 2 2 9 6 3
20 Peterhead Peterhead
8 6 2 2 2 10 10 0
21 Celtic U21 Celtic U21
6 6 2 0 4 12 15 -3
22 Hearts (R) Hearts (R)
6 6 2 0 4 9 14 -5
23 Hibernian FC U21 Hibernian FC U21
5 6 1 2 3 11 14 -3
24 Saint Mirren U21 Saint Mirren U21
4 6 1 1 4 9 15 -6
25 Dundee United (R) Dundee United (R)
3 6 1 0 5 5 18 -13
26 Aberdeen U21 Aberdeen U21
1 6 0 1 5 9 20 -11
27 Motherwell FC U21 Motherwell FC U21
1 6 0 1 5 2 17 -15
28 Glasgow Rangers U21 Glasgow Rangers U21
0 6 0 0 6 6 16 -10
29 Kilmarnock U21 Kilmarnock U21
0 6 0 0 6 3 19 -16
30 Dundee U21 Dundee U21
0 6 0 0 6 4 21 -17
Dumbarton Dumbarton Last 6 matches
23/08/2025 10:00
Annan Athletic 3 - 4 Dumbarton
SCO L2
16/08/2025 10:00
Dumbarton 1 - 1 Elgin City
SCO L2
12/08/2025 14:45
Dumbarton 4 - 2 Saint Mirren U21
SCO BC
09/08/2025 10:00
Spartans 1 - 2 Dumbarton
SCO L2
02/08/2025 10:00
Dumbarton 2 - 1 Clyde
SCO L2
26/07/2025 10:00
Hamilton Academical 0 - 1 Dumbarton
SCO LC
Win
83%
Draw
17%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Hearts (R) Hearts (R)
23/08/2025 10:00
Broxburn Athletic 3 - 3 Hearts (R)
SCO LL
19/08/2025 14:45
Hearts (R) 0 - 2 Gala Fairydean
SCO LL
12/08/2025 14:45
East Fife 4 - 1 Hearts (R)
SCO BC
08/08/2025 14:45
Hearts (R) 1 - 2 Cumbernauld Colts
SCO LL
02/08/2025 10:00
Stirling University 1 - 2 Hearts (R)
SCO LL
30/07/2025 14:45
Gretna 4 - 4 Hearts (R)
SCO LL
Win
17%
Draw
33%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Scotland Bells Challen...
Played games
Dumbarton
Dumbarton
6
 Hearts (R)
Hearts (R)
1
Goals
Scored
9
Avg. per game
1.50
Conceded
16
Avg. per game
2.67
Scored
0
Avg. per game
0.00
Conceded
1
Avg. per game
1.00
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
0 (0%)1 (100%)
Dumbarton

Dumbarton

Recent matches

Hearts (R)

Hearts (R)

Under /Over

(67%)4 2(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

Under /Over

(33%)2 4(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

/Yes

(33%)2 4(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 1(100%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Dumbarton Dumbarton
Hearts (R) Hearts (R)
Shots
Dumbarton
Dumbarton
Total shots
9.33 avg / game
Blocked
3 total
Avg. 1.50
Hearts (R)
Hearts (R)
Total shots
4.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Dumbarton Dumbarton Pass Hearts (R) Hearts (R)
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
45%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
45%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Dumbarton
Dumbarton
508
Avg. 84.67 / game
 Hearts (R)
Hearts (R)
87
Avg. 87.00 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Dumbarton
Dumbarton
282
Avg. 47.00 / game
 Hearts (R)
Hearts (R)
42
Avg. 42.00 / game
OTHERS
Dumbarton
Dumbarton
6
Played games
Hearts (R)
Hearts (R)
1
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.33
2
Clean sheets
0
0.00
5.17
31
Corners
1
1.00
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
3.33
20
Offsides
3
3.00
2.50
15
GK saves
3
3.00
Dumbarton
Dumbarton
DISCIPLINARY
Hearts (R)
Hearts (R)
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.33
14
Yellow card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
13.67
82
Fouls
7
7.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
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

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Scotland Bells Challenge Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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