Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 August

Falkirk

W W W W L

1st place in Group B

2-0

17/08/2024 10:00

Heart of Midlothian

L D L L L

No standing data

Scotland League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian on 17 August 2024 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian preview before placing your bet.

Falkirk are currently 1st with 9 points after 4 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Heart of Midlothian to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors Heart of Midlothian, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Falkirk have 2 wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

10:00

2024-08-17

Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian - Prediction & Odds

Falkirk

Heart of Midlothian

2024-08-17 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/08/2024

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

01 Falkirk	9	4	3	0	1	11	2	9
02 Dundee United	9	4	3	0	1	10	5	5
03 Ayr United	9	4	3	0	1	9	5	4
04 Stenhousemuir	3	4	1	0	3	5	11	-6
05 Buckie Thistle FC	0	4	0	0	4	5	17	-12

Head To Head

08/02/2020 15:20

Falkirk

0 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCOFAC

21/03/2015 11:00

Falkirk

0 - 3

Heart of Midlothian

SCO CH

24/01/2015 11:00

Heart of Midlothian

2 - 3

Falkirk

SCO CH

15/11/2014 13:30

Falkirk

1 - 2

Heart of Midlothian

SCO CH

30/08/2014 10:00

Heart of Midlothian

4 - 1

Falkirk

SCO CH

18/07/2012 14:45

Falkirk

1 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

INT CF

Falkirk

33%

Draw

Heart of Midlothian

67%

Falkirk Last 6 matches

10/08/2024 10:00

Dunfermline Athletic 0 - 2 Falkirk SCO CH

02/08/2024 14:45

Falkirk 2 - 1 Queen's Park SCO CH

27/07/2024 10:00

Falkirk 4 - 0 Stenhousemuir SCO LC

20/07/2024 10:00

Buckie Thistle FC 1 - 5 Falkirk SCO LC

16/07/2024 14:45

Ayr United 1 - 0 Falkirk SCO LC

13/07/2024 10:00

Falkirk 2 - 0 Dundee United SCO LC

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Heart of Midlothian

10/08/2024 12:30

Dundee 3 - 1 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

03/08/2024 07:30

Heart of Midlothian 0 - 0 Glasgow Rangers SCO PR

27/07/2024 10:00

Fleetwood Town 3 - 0 Heart of Midlothian INT CF

17/07/2024 14:00

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 5 Tottenham Hotspur INT CF

13/07/2024 10:00

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 2 Leyton Orient INT CF

18/05/2024 07:30

Heart of Midlothian 3 - 3 Glasgow Rangers SCO PR

Win

Draw

33%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland League Cup

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

Played games

Falkirk

Heart of Midlothian

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.33

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored

Avg. per game

0.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

0 (0%)1 (100%)

Falkirk

Recent matches

Heart of Midlothian

Under /Over

(83%)5 1(17%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)1 0(0%)

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

Under /Over

(83%)5 1(17%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(100%)1 0(0%)

/Yes

(33%)2 4(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 1(100%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Falkirk

Heart of Midlothian

Shots

Falkirk

Total shots

15.67 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Heart of Midlothian

Total shots

9.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Falkirk Pass Heart of Midlothian

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Falkirk

Played games

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

Clean sheets

0.00

6.17

Corners

4.00

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.83

Offsides

0.00

2.17

GK saves

4.00

Falkirk

DISCIPLINARY

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.83

4.00

0.33

0.00

4.67

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian on 17 August 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 Scotland League 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.

Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Falkirk's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Heart of Midlothian'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 League 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 League Cup standings and the Scotland League Cup form table to understand exactly where Falkirk and Heart of Midlothian 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 League Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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