Dumbarton vs Kelty Hearts: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 December

Dumbarton

W W L D W

10th place in Scottish Division One

2-0

28/12/2024 15:00

Kelty Hearts

L L W L D

6th place in Scottish Division One

Scottish Division One

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dumbarton vs Kelty Hearts on 28 December 2024 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dumbarton vs Kelty Hearts preview before placing your bet.

Dumbarton are currently 10th with 20 points after 36 matches.
Kelty Hearts sit 6th with 44 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Kelty Hearts to win with probability 42%.
Head-to-head history favors Kelty Hearts, who have won 2 of the last 3 meetings. Dumbarton have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

15:00

2024-12-28

Dumbarton vs Kelty Hearts - Prediction & Odds

Dumbarton

Kelty Hearts

2024-12-28 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 28/12/2024

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Arbroath	64	36	19	7	10	58	42	16
02 Cove Rangers	57	36	16	9	11	62	44	18
03 Queen of South	55	36	16	7	13	46	41	5
04 Stenhousemuir	53	36	15	8	13	48	45	3
05 Alloa Athletic	51	36	13	12	11	55	47	8
06 Kelty Hearts	44	36	11	11	14	40	46	-6
07 Inverness	43	36	16	10	10	45	38	7
08 Montrose	40	36	9	13	14	40	49	-9
09 Annan Athletic	36	36	10	6	20	41	68	-27
10 Dumbarton	20	36	8	11	17	51	66	-15

Head To Head

09/11/2024 15:00

Kelty Hearts

2 - 0

Dumbarton

SCO L1

31/08/2024 14:00

Dumbarton

2 - 2

Kelty Hearts

SCO L1

09/09/2023 14:00

Dumbarton

1 - 3

Kelty Hearts

SCO BC

Dumbarton

Draw

33%

Kelty Hearts

67%

Dumbarton Last 6 matches

21/12/2024 15:00

Montrose 1 - 2 Dumbarton SCO L1

14/12/2024 15:00

Dumbarton 1 - 5 Annan Athletic SCO L1

07/12/2024 15:00

Stenhousemuir 4 - 0 Dumbarton SCO L1

03/12/2024 19:45

Alloa Athletic 2 - 2 Dumbarton SCO L1

29/11/2024 19:45

Dumbarton 3 - 2 Alloa Athletic SCOFAC

16/11/2024 15:00

Dumbarton 2 - 1 Queen of South SCO L1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Kelty Hearts

21/12/2024 15:00

Kelty Hearts 2 - 0 Queen of South SCO L1

17/12/2024 19:45

Kelty Hearts 3 - 2 Arbroath SCO L1

14/12/2024 15:00

Cove Rangers 0 - 0 Kelty Hearts SCO L1

07/12/2024 15:00

Kelty Hearts 0 - 2 Alloa Athletic SCO L1

30/11/2024 15:00

Elgin City 3 - 2 Kelty Hearts SCOFAC

16/11/2024 15:00

Annan Athletic 0 - 2 Kelty Hearts SCO L1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Division One

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

209

Avg. per game

0.73

Conceded

250

Avg. per game

0.87

Scored

183

Avg. per game

0.70

Conceded

217

Avg. per game

0.83

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 288 matches

YesNo

141 (49%)147 (51%)

In last 288 matches

NoYes

131 (50%)131 (50%)

Dumbarton

Recent matches

Kelty Hearts

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dumbarton

Kelty Hearts

Shots

Dumbarton

Total shots

9.23 avg / game

Blocked

48 total

Avg. 1.92

Kelty Hearts

Total shots

9.49 avg / game

Blocked

43 total

Avg. 1.65

Dumbarton Pass Kelty Hearts

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dumbarton

288

Played games

Kelty Hearts

262

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.26

4.71

1356

Corners

1185

4.52

0.00

Throw-ins

0.10

0.12

Offsides

0.11

0.93

268

GK saves

258

0.98

Dumbarton

DISCIPLINARY

Kelty Hearts

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.75

503

428

1.63

0.08

0.07

3.26

940

Fouls

890

3.40

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Dumbarton vs Kelty Hearts Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dumbarton vs Kelty Hearts on 28 December 2024 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 Scottish Division One 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 Kelty Hearts 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 Kelty Hearts'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.

Scottish Division One 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 Scottish Division One standings and the Scottish Division One form table to understand exactly where Dumbarton and Kelty Hearts sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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