Heart of Midlothian vs Aberdeen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 May

Betiball's prediction for Heart of Midlothian vs Aberdeen on 20 May 2023 (kick-off: 07:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Heart of Midlothian vs Aberdeen preview before placing your bet.

Heart of Midlothian vs Aberdeen: Starting Lineups Time : 20/05/2023 07:30

Heart of Midlothian
2 - 1
Finished
Aberdeen
86' event Orestis Kiomourtzoglou / Peter Haring
77' event Alan Forrest / Yutaro Oda
76' event Michael Smith / Barry McKay
65' event Jorge Grant / Josh Ginnelly
56' event Lawrence Shankland
43' event Josh Ginnelly
25' event Cameron Devlin
event 88' Alfie Bavidge / Ylber Ramadani
event 79' Dilan Markanday / Marley Watkins
event 60' Shayden Morris / Connor Barron
event 60' Ryan Duncan / Jonny Hayes
event 60' Jack MacKenzie / Angus MacDonald
event 52' Ylber Ramadani
event 49' Bojan Miovski
event 31' Matthew Pollock
event 25' Marley Watkins
event 11' Jonny Hayes
86' event Orestis Kiomourtzoglou / Peter Haring
event 88' Alfie Bavidge / Ylber Ramadani
77' event Alan Forrest / Yutaro Oda
event 79' Dilan Markanday / Marley Watkins
76' event Michael Smith / Barry McKay
event 60' Shayden Morris / Connor Barron
65' event Jorge Grant / Josh Ginnelly
event 60' Ryan Duncan / Jonny Hayes
56' event Lawrence Shankland
event 60' Jack MacKenzie / Angus MacDonald
43' event Josh Ginnelly
event 52' Ylber Ramadani
25' event Cameron Devlin
event 49' Bojan Miovski
event 31' Matthew Pollock
event 25' Marley Watkins
event 11' Jonny Hayes
Heart of Midlothian Heart of Midlothian
Substitutions
#17 Alan Forrest
#7 Jorge Grant
#16 Andy Halliday
#72 James Hill
#8 Orestis Kiomourtzoglou
#61 Garang Kuol
#2 Michael Smith
#13 Ross Stewart
#45 Macauley Tait
Heart of Midlothian Heart of Midlothian Aberdeen Aberdeen
30Shots9
8Shots on Goal4
6Fouls15
5Corner Kick2
1Offside2
1Yellow card4
30Aerial38
3Save0
7Interceptions13
22Shots off goal5
12Head Success22
26Tackle15
19Dribbles4
20Throw-in19
449Passes283
130Attacks64
65Dangerous attacks44
4Corner Kicks(HT)1
Aberdeen Aberdeen
Substitutions
#36 Alfie Bavidge
#23 Ryan Duncan
#33 Matthew Kennedy
#1 Joseph Peter Lewis
#3 Jack MacKenzie
#10 Dilan Markanday
#7 Shayden Morris
#14 Patrik Myslovic
Commentary
88' Aberdeen — substitution: Alfie Bavidge / Ylber Ramadani
86' Heart of Midlothian — substitution: Orestis Kiomourtzoglou / Peter Haring
79' Aberdeen — substitution: Dilan Markanday / Marley Watkins
77' Heart of Midlothian — substitution: Alan Forrest / Yutaro Oda
76' Heart of Midlothian — substitution: Michael Smith / Barry McKay
65' Heart of Midlothian — substitution: Jorge Grant / Josh Ginnelly
60' Aberdeen — substitution: Shayden Morris / Connor Barron
60' Aberdeen — substitution: Ryan Duncan / Jonny Hayes
60' Aberdeen — substitution: Jack MacKenzie / Angus MacDonald
56' Goal! Lawrence Shankland - Heart of Midlothian
52' Ylber Ramadani - Aberdeen receive a yellow card
49' Bojan Miovski - Aberdeen receive a yellow card
43' Goal! Josh Ginnelly - Heart of Midlothian
31' Goal! Matthew Pollock - Aberdeen
25' Cameron Devlin - Heart of Midlothian receive a yellow card
25' Marley Watkins - Aberdeen receive a yellow card
11' Jonny Hayes - Aberdeen receive a yellow card

How We Build the Heart of Midlothian vs Aberdeen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Heart of Midlothian vs Aberdeen on 20 May 2023 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 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.

Heart of Midlothian vs Aberdeen Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Heart of Midlothian's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Aberdeen'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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Heart of Midlothian and Aberdeen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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