Hearts (R) vs Saint Johnstone: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 December

Prediction Match Centre

Hearts (R)

22nd place in Scotland Bells Challenge Cup

0-1

Saint Johnstone
Win Probability 83%

16/12/2025 12:45

Saint Johnstone

No standing data

Scotland Bells Challenge Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hearts (R) vs Saint Johnstone on 16 December 2025 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hearts (R) vs Saint Johnstone preview before placing your bet.

Hearts (R) will face Saint Johnstone in Scotland Bells Challenge Cup on December 16, 2025 at 12:45.
Hearts (R) are currently 22nd with 6 points after 6 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 1.04.

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

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

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Score.

Live coef.

Weather

12:45

2025-12-16

Hearts (R) vs Saint Johnstone - Prediction & Odds

Hearts (R)

Saint Johnstone

2025-12-16 12:45

STANDINGS UP TO 16/12/2025

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

01 Inverness	18	6	6	0	0	26	4	22
02 Stenhousemuir	18	6	6	0	0	18	2	16
03 Montrose	16	6	5	1	0	18	9	9
04 East Fife	13	6	4	1	1	17	9	8
05 Stranraer	13	6	4	1	1	12	6	6
06 East Kilbride	12	6	4	0	2	13	11	2
07 Forfar Athletic	12	6	4	0	2	10	8	2
08 Edinburgh City	12	6	4	0	2	11	10	1
09 Spartans	11	6	3	2	1	14	8	6
10 Elgin City	11	6	3	2	1	11	9	2
11 Dumbarton	11	6	3	2	1	10	8	2
12 Annan Athletic	10	6	3	1	2	15	10	5
13 Hamilton Academical	10	6	3	1	2	13	8	5
14 Alloa Athletic	10	6	3	1	2	17	14	3
15 Kelty Hearts	10	6	3	1	2	9	6	3
16 Clyde	10	6	3	1	2	14	12	2
17 Queen of South	10	6	3	1	2	12	10	2
18 Stirling Albion	9	6	3	0	3	9	9	0
19 Cove Rangers	8	6	2	2	2	9	6	3
20 Peterhead	8	6	2	2	2	10	10	0
21 Celtic U21	6	6	2	0	4	12	15	-3
22 Hearts (R)	6	6	2	0	4	9	14	-5
23 Hibernian FC U21	5	6	1	2	3	11	14	-3
24 Saint Mirren U21	4	6	1	1	4	9	15	-6
25 Dundee United (R)	3	6	1	0	5	5	18	-13
26 Aberdeen U21	1	6	0	1	5	9	20	-11
27 Motherwell FC U21	1	6	0	1	5	2	17	-15
28 Glasgow Rangers U21	0	6	0	0	6	6	16	-10
29 Kilmarnock U21	0	6	0	0	6	3	19	-16
30 Dundee U21	0	6	0	0	6	4	21	-17

Hearts (R) Last 6 matches

13/12/2025 08:00

Caledonian Braves 5 - 1 Hearts (R)

SCO LL

05/12/2025 12:45

Hearts (R) 1 - 1 Cowdenbeath

SCO LL

29/11/2025 06:00

Gala Fairydean 3 - 1 Hearts (R)

SCO LL

22/11/2025 08:00

Albion Rovers 0 - 0 Hearts (R)

SCO LL

11/11/2025 12:45

Kelty Hearts 0 - 1 Hearts (R)

SCO BC

07/11/2025 12:45

Hearts (R) 3 - 3 East Stirlingshire

SCO LL

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Saint Johnstone

12/12/2025 12:45

Ayr United 2 - 4 Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

06/12/2025 08:00

Saint Johnstone 0 - 0 Raith Rovers

SCO CH

29/11/2025 08:00

Saint Johnstone 1 - 1 Cove Rangers

SCOFAC

22/11/2025 08:00

Partick Thistle 2 - 1 Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

15/11/2025 08:00

Saint Johnstone 4 - 3 Queen's Park

SCO CH

08/11/2025 08:00

Dunfermline Athletic 2 - 2 Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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

Played games

Hearts (R)

Saint Johnstone

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.86

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.33

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.33

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 7 matches

YesNo

4 (57%)3 (43%)

In last 7 matches

NoYes

3 (100%)0 (0%)

Hearts (R)

Recent matches

Saint Johnstone

Under /Over

(57%)4 3(43%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

Under /Over

(57%)4 3(43%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

Under /Over

(43%)3 4(57%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

/Yes

(57%)4 3(43%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)1 2(67%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hearts (R)

Saint Johnstone

Shots

Hearts (R)

Total shots

10.57 avg / game

Blocked

9 total

Avg. 3.00

Saint Johnstone

Total shots

16.33 avg / game

Blocked

5 total

Avg. 5.00

Hearts (R) Pass Saint Johnstone

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

59%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hearts (R)

Played games

Saint Johnstone

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.14

Clean sheets

0.67

3.29

Corners

4.67

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.57

Offsides

0.67

1.86

GK saves

1.00

Hearts (R)

DISCIPLINARY

Saint Johnstone

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.86

0.33

0.00

0.00

9.43

Fouls

11.00

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Hearts (R) vs Saint Johnstone Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hearts (R) vs Saint Johnstone on 16 December 2025 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 Bells Challenge 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.

Hearts (R) vs Saint Johnstone Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Hearts (R)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Saint Johnstone'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 Bells Challenge 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 Bells Challenge Cup standings and the Scotland Bells Challenge Cup form table to understand exactly where Hearts (R) and Saint Johnstone sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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