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

Heart of Midlothian

No standing data

2 - 2

Pen. FT (4-5)

Pen. FT 2-2 (4-5)

17/01/2026 16:00

Falkirk

No standing data

Scotland FA Cup

MATCH INTRO

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

Heart of Midlothian will face Falkirk in Scotland FA Cup on January 17, 2026 at 16:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.45.

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

2026-01-17

Heart of Midlothian vs Falkirk - Prediction & Odds

Heart of Midlothian

Falkirk

2026-01-17 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/01/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Heart of Midlothian and Falkirk in the Scotland FA Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

13/12/2025 16:00

Falkirk

0 - 2

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

27/09/2025 10:00

Heart of Midlothian

3 - 0

Falkirk

SCO PR

17/08/2024 10:00

Falkirk

2 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

SCO LC

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

Falkirk

33%

Draw

Heart of Midlothian

67%

Heart of Midlothian Last 6 matches

03/01/2026 11:00

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 0 Livingston

SCO PR

27/12/2025 08:30

Hibernian 3 - 2 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

21/12/2025 09:30

Heart of Midlothian 2 - 1 Glasgow Rangers

SCO PR

13/12/2025 16:00

Falkirk 0 - 2 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

07/12/2025 11:00

Celtic FC 1 - 2 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

03/12/2025 15:45

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 1 Kilmarnock

SCO PR

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Falkirk

03/01/2026 11:00

Falkirk 1 - 0 Aberdeen

SCO PR

27/12/2025 11:00

Dundee 1 - 0 Falkirk

SCO PR

20/12/2025 11:00

Kilmarnock 0 - 1 Falkirk

SCO PR

13/12/2025 16:00

Falkirk 0 - 2 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

06/12/2025 11:00

Hibernian 3 - 0 Falkirk

SCO PR

03/12/2025 15:45

Falkirk 0 - 0 Motherwell

SCO PR

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland FA Cup

Played games

Heart of Midlothian

Falkirk

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.09

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.59

Scored

Avg. per game

1.83

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.57

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 22 home matches

YesNo

22 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 22 home matches

NoYes

20 (87%)3 (13%)

Heart of Midlothian

Recent matches

Falkirk

Under /Over

(73%)16 6(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)18 5(22%)

Under /Over

(36%)8 14(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(48%)11 12(52%)

Under /Over

(50%)11 11(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(43%)10 13(57%)

/Yes

(45%)10 12(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(70%)16 7(30%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Heart of Midlothian

Falkirk

Shots

Heart of Midlothian

Total shots

15.33 avg / game

Blocked

56 total

Avg. 3.73

Falkirk

Total shots

13.14 avg / game

Blocked

67 total

Avg. 3.35

Heart of Midlothian Pass Falkirk

Total passes

7299

Avg. 406 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

7714

Avg. 406 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Heart of Midlothian

Played games

Falkirk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.55

Clean sheets

0.22

5.55

122

Corners

105

4.57

19.59

431

Throw-ins

437

19.00

1.05

Offsides

1.57

1.27

GK saves

2.30

Heart of Midlothian

DISCIPLINARY

Falkirk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.41

1.52

0.09

0.04

8.73

192

Fouls

231

10.04

10.09

222

Tackles

248

10.78

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Heart of Midlothian vs Falkirk Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Heart of Midlothian vs Falkirk on 17 January 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 Scotland FA 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.

Heart of Midlothian vs Falkirk 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 Falkirk'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 FA 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 FA Cup standings and the Scotland FA Cup form table to understand exactly where Heart of Midlothian and Falkirk 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 FA Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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