Heart of Midlothian vs Hibernian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 December

Heart of Midlothian

W L W L L

7th place in League

1-2

26/12/2024 08:30

Hibernian

W W D W W

3rd place in League

Scottish Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Heart of Midlothian vs Hibernian on 26 December 2024 (kick-off: 08:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Heart of Midlothian vs Hibernian preview before placing your bet.

Heart of Midlothian are currently 7th with 40 points after 33 matches.
Hibernian sit 3rd with 53 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Heart of Midlothian to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian have each won 1 of the last 6 meetings, while 4 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

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Score.

Live coef.

Weather

08:30

2024-12-26

Heart of Midlothian vs Hibernian - Prediction & Odds

Heart of Midlothian

Hibernian

2024-12-26 08:30

STANDINGS UP TO 26/12/2024

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Celtic FC	81	33	26	3	4	97	22	75
02 Glasgow Rangers	66	33	20	6	7	68	35	33
03 Hibernian	53	33	14	11	8	54	41	13
04 Dundee United	50	33	14	8	11	41	40	1
05 Aberdeen	50	33	14	8	11	45	49	-4
06 Saint Mirren	41	33	12	5	16	45	54	-9
07 Heart of Midlothian	40	33	11	7	15	43	44	-1
08 Motherwell	39	33	11	6	16	37	56	-19
09 Kilmarnock	35	33	9	8	16	38	58	-20
10 Ross County	35	33	9	8	16	33	56	-23
11 Dundee	34	33	9	7	17	50	71	-21
12 Saint Johnstone	29	33	8	5	20	33	58	-25

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

01 Heart of Midlothian	52	5	4	0	1	9	3	6
02 Motherwell	49	5	3	1	1	9	7	2
03 Kilmarnock	44	5	3	0	2	7	6	1
04 Dundee	41	5	2	1	2	7	6	1
05 Ross County	37	5	0	2	3	4	9	-5
06 Saint Johnstone	32	5	1	0	4	5	10	-5

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

01 Celtic FC	92	5	3	2	0	15	4	11
02 Glasgow Rangers	75	5	2	3	0	12	6	6
03 Hibernian	58	5	1	2	2	8	9	-1
04 Aberdeen	53	5	1	0	4	3	12	-9
05 Dundee United	53	5	1	0	4	4	14	-10
06 Saint Mirren	50	5	2	3	0	8	5	3

Head To Head

27/10/2024 08:00

Hibernian

1 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

28/02/2024 15:45

Heart of Midlothian

1 - 1

Hibernian

SCO PR

27/12/2023 16:00

Hibernian

0 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

07/10/2023 10:00

Heart of Midlothian

2 - 2

Hibernian

SCO PR

27/05/2023 07:30

Heart of Midlothian

1 - 1

Hibernian

SCO PR

15/04/2023 07:30

Hibernian

1 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

Heart of Midlothian

17%

Draw

67%

Hibernian

17%

Heart of Midlothian Last 6 matches

22/12/2024 11:00

Heart of Midlothian 2 - 1 Saint Johnstone SCO PR

19/12/2024 16:00

Heart of Midlothian 2 - 2 CS Petrocub UEFA ECL

15/12/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock 1 - 0 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

12/12/2024 13:45

FC Copenhagen 2 - 0 Heart of Midlothian UEFA ECL

07/12/2024 11:00

Heart of Midlothian 2 - 0 Dundee SCO PR

01/12/2024 11:00

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 1 Aberdeen SCO PR

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Hibernian

21/12/2024 11:00

Aberdeen 1 - 3 Hibernian SCO PR

14/12/2024 11:00

Hibernian 3 - 1 Ross County SCO PR

07/12/2024 11:00

Celtic FC 3 - 0 Hibernian SCO PR

30/11/2024 11:00

Motherwell 0 - 3 Hibernian SCO PR

26/11/2024 15:45

Hibernian 3 - 3 Aberdeen SCO PR

23/11/2024 13:50

Dundee 4 - 1 Hibernian SCO PR

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Premier Leagu...

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

Played games

Heart of Midlothian

Hibernian

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.71

Scored

Avg. per game

0.76

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.71

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

21 (55%)17 (45%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

23 (61%)15 (39%)

Heart of Midlothian

Recent matches

Hibernian

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)33 5(13%)

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)19 19(50%)

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

/Yes

(53%)20 18(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(63%)24 14(37%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Heart of Midlothian

Hibernian

Shots

Heart of Midlothian

Total shots

12.92 avg / game

Blocked

104 total

Avg. 3.85

Hibernian

Total shots

12.47 avg / game

Blocked

85 total

Avg. 3.54

Heart of Midlothian Pass Hibernian

Total passes

16732

Avg. 440 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

12581

Avg. 331 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

45%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Heart of Midlothian

Played games

Hibernian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.24

6.29

239

Corners

213

5.61

24.63

936

Throw-ins

889

23.39

1.50

Offsides

1.89

2.32

GK saves

106

2.79

Heart of Midlothian

DISCIPLINARY

Hibernian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.87

1.95

0.08

0.13

10.37

394

Fouls

396

10.42

18.03

685

Tackles

506

13.32

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How We Build the Heart of Midlothian vs Hibernian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Heart of Midlothian vs Hibernian on 26 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 Premier League 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 Hibernian 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 Hibernian'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 Premier League 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 Premier League standings and the Scottish Premier League form table to understand exactly where Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian 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 Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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