Hamilton Academical vs East Fife: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 February

Hamilton Academical

L L W W W

3rd place in Scottish Division One

1-0

17/02/2026 16:00

East Fife

D L W L D

9th place in Scottish Division One

Scottish Division One

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hamilton Academical vs East Fife on 17 February 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hamilton Academical vs East Fife preview before placing your bet.

Hamilton Academical are currently 3rd with 55 points after 36 matches.
East Fife sit 9th with 36 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Hamilton Academical to win with probability 49%.
Head-to-head history favors East Fife, who have won 3 of the last 5 meetings. Hamilton Academical have one win, 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

16:00

2026-02-17

Hamilton Academical vs East Fife - Prediction & Odds

Hamilton Academical

East Fife

2026-02-17 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/02/2026

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

01 Inverness	74	36	21	11	4	60	24	36
02 Stenhousemuir	67	36	18	13	5	50	27	23
03 Hamilton Academical	55	36	16	7	13	54	42	12
04 Queen of South	54	36	14	12	10	58	47	11
05 Alloa Athletic	53	36	15	8	13	50	38	12
06 Peterhead	43	36	12	7	17	48	64	-16
07 Montrose	42	36	11	9	16	48	67	-19
08 Cove Rangers	38	36	9	11	16	41	44	-3
09 East Fife	36	36	9	9	18	34	61	-27
10 Kelty Hearts	29	36	6	11	19	33	62	-29

Head To Head

01/11/2025 11:00

East Fife

1 - 1

Hamilton Academical

SCO L1

16/08/2025 10:00

Hamilton Academical

1 - 2

East Fife

SCO L1

19/07/2014 10:00

East Fife

1 - 0

Hamilton Academical

INT CF

20/07/2013 10:00

East Fife

0 - 4

Hamilton Academical

INT CF

24/07/2008 14:30

East Fife

2 - 0

Hamilton Academical

INT CF

Hamilton Academical

20%

Draw

20%

East Fife

60%

Hamilton Academical Last 6 matches

14/02/2026 13:30

Hamilton Academical 0 - 1 Inverness SCO L1

31/01/2026 11:00

Kelty Hearts 0 - 0 Hamilton Academical SCO L1

24/01/2026 11:00

Hamilton Academical 2 - 0 Cove Rangers SCO L1

17/01/2026 11:00

Peterhead 2 - 3 Hamilton Academical SCO L1

27/12/2025 11:00

Queen of South 4 - 1 Hamilton Academical SCO L1

20/12/2025 11:00

Hamilton Academical 1 - 0 Alloa Athletic SCO L1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches East Fife

14/02/2026 11:00

East Fife 2 - 1 Cove Rangers SCO L1

07/02/2026 11:00

Inverness 3 - 0 East Fife SCO L1

31/01/2026 11:00

East Fife 2 - 3 Montrose SCO L1

24/01/2026 11:00

East Fife 1 - 5 Queen of South SCO L1

20/01/2026 15:45

East Fife 0 - 2 Inverness SCO L1

13/01/2026 15:45

Arbroath 3 - 0 East Fife SCO BC

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

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

Hamilton Academical

East Fife

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.85

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored

Avg. per game

0.58

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.83

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 39 matches

YesNo

22 (56%)17 (44%)

In last 39 matches

NoYes

17 (47%)19 (53%)

Hamilton Academical

Recent matches

East Fife

Under /Over

(77%)30 9(23%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)28 8(22%)

Under /Over

(38%)15 24(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

Under /Over

(49%)19 20(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)16 20(56%)

/Yes

(49%)19 20(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)19 17(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hamilton Academical

East Fife

Shots

Hamilton Academical

Total shots

11.08 avg / game

Blocked

40 total

Avg. 2.50

East Fife

Total shots

9.33 avg / game

Blocked

42 total

Avg. 2.63

Hamilton Academical Pass East Fife

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hamilton Academical

Played games

East Fife

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.36

Clean sheets

0.14

4.67

182

Corners

162

4.50

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.10

Offsides

0.00

2.46

GK saves

2.36

Hamilton Academical

DISCIPLINARY

East Fife

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.74

1.83

0.03

0.08

10.67

416

Fouls

424

11.78

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Hamilton Academical vs East Fife Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hamilton Academical vs East Fife on 17 February 2026 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.

Hamilton Academical vs East Fife Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Hamilton Academical's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against East Fife'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 Hamilton Academical and East Fife 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 Scottish Division One predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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