Hibernian vs Heart of Midlothian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 27 December

Betiball's prediction for Hibernian vs Heart of Midlothian on 27 December 2023 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hibernian vs Heart of Midlothian preview before placing your bet.

Hibernian vs Heart of Midlothian: Starting Lineups Time : 27/12/2023 16:00

Hibernian
0 - 1
Finished
Heart of Midlothian
89' event Christian Doidge / Dylan Vente
84' event James Jeggo / Dylan Levitt
73' event Martin Boyle
62' event Dylan Levitt
53' event Thody Elie Youan / Josh Campbell
15' event Martin Boyle
event 90+3' Lawrence Shankland
event 88' Nathaniel Atkinson
event 60' Kenneth Vargas / Alan Forrest
event 59' Calem Nieuwenhof
event 46' Barry McKay / Aidan Denholm
event 14' Kye Rowles
event 6' Lawrence Shankland
event 5' Alex Cochrane Penalty awarded
89' event Christian Doidge / Dylan Vente
event 90+3' Lawrence Shankland
84' event James Jeggo / Dylan Levitt
event 88' Nathaniel Atkinson
73' event Martin Boyle
event 60' Kenneth Vargas / Alan Forrest
62' event Dylan Levitt
event 59' Calem Nieuwenhof
53' event Thody Elie Youan / Josh Campbell
event 46' Barry McKay / Aidan Denholm
15' event Martin Boyle
event 14' Kye Rowles
event 6' Lawrence Shankland
event 5' Alex Cochrane Penalty awarded
Hibernian Hibernian
Substitutions
#14 James Jeggo
#7 Thody Elie Youan
#23 Christian Doidge
#13 Joseph Wollacott
#49 Rory Whittaker
#53 Josh Landers
#4 Paul Hanlon
#16 Lewis Stevenson
#35 Rudi Allan-Molotnikov
Hibernian Hibernian Heart of Midlothian Heart of Midlothian
15Shots10
5Shots on Goal3
11Fouls10
6Corner Kick5
1Offside1
2Yellow card3
44Aerial40
2Save3
11Successful Tackles8
15Interceptions7
10Shots off goal7
0Hit The Post1
29Head Success13
8Blocked3
23Tackle18
5Dribbles3
20Throw-in28
328Passes373
87Attacks99
51Dangerous attacks39
4Corner Kicks(HT)3
Heart of Midlothian Heart of Midlothian
Substitutions
#77 Kenneth Vargas
#18 Barry McKay
#5 Peter Haring
#30 Kyosuke Tagawa
#11 Yutaro Oda
#21 Toby Sibbick
#1 Craig Gordon
#51 Alex Lowry
#4 Craig Halkett
Commentary
90+3' Goal! Lawrence Shankland - Heart of Midlothian
89' Hibernian — substitution: Christian Doidge / Dylan Vente
88' Nathaniel Atkinson - Heart of Midlothian receive a yellow card
84' Hibernian — substitution: James Jeggo / Dylan Levitt
73' Martin Boyle - Hibernian receive a yellow card
62' Dylan Levitt - Hibernian receive a yellow card
60' Heart of Midlothian — substitution: Kenneth Vargas / Alan Forrest
59' Calem Nieuwenhof - Heart of Midlothian receive a yellow card
53' Hibernian — substitution: Thody Elie Youan / Josh Campbell
46' Heart of Midlothian — substitution: Barry McKay / Aidan Denholm
15' Penalty missed! Martin Boyle - Hibernian
14' Kye Rowles - Heart of Midlothian receive a yellow card
6' Penalty missed! Lawrence Shankland - Heart of Midlothian
5' VAR review - Heart of Midlothian

How We Build the Hibernian vs Heart of Midlothian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hibernian vs Heart of Midlothian on 27 December 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.

Hibernian vs Heart of Midlothian Form Analysis

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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