Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Kilmarnock

L L D L W

9th place in League

0-1

18/05/2025 10:00

Heart of Midlothian

W L W L L

7th place in League

Scottish Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian preview before placing your bet.

Kilmarnock will face Heart of Midlothian in Scottish Premier League on May 18, 2025 at 10:00.
Kilmarnock are currently 9th with 35 points after 33 matches.
Heart of Midlothian sit 7th with 40 points from 33 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.43.

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

10:00

2025-05-18

Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian - Prediction & Odds

Kilmarnock

Heart of Midlothian

2025-05-18 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

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

25/01/2025 11:00

Heart of Midlothian

3 - 2

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

15/12/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock

1 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

30/10/2024 15:45

Heart of Midlothian

1 - 2

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

27/04/2024 10:00

Kilmarnock

0 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

30/03/2024 11:00

Heart of Midlothian

1 - 1

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

02/12/2023 11:00

Kilmarnock

0 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

Heart of Midlothian

33%

Draw

33%

Kilmarnock

33%

Kilmarnock Last 6 matches

14/05/2025 14:45

Motherwell 3 - 0 Kilmarnock

SCO PR

10/05/2025 10:00

Kilmarnock 3 - 2 Dundee

SCO PR

03/05/2025 10:00

Saint Johnstone 0 - 2 Kilmarnock

SCO PR

26/04/2025 10:00

Kilmarnock 2 - 0 Ross County

SCO PR

12/04/2025 07:30

Celtic FC 5 - 1 Kilmarnock

SCO PR

05/04/2025 10:00

Kilmarnock 2 - 0 Motherwell

SCO PR

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Heart of Midlothian

14/05/2025 14:45

Heart of Midlothian 2 - 1 Saint Johnstone

SCO PR

10/05/2025 10:00

Heart of Midlothian 3 - 0 Motherwell

SCO PR

03/05/2025 10:00

Ross County 1 - 3 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

26/04/2025 10:00

Heart of Midlothian 0 - 1 Dundee

SCO PR

19/04/2025 07:30

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 1 Aberdeen

SCOFAC

12/04/2025 10:00

Motherwell 0 - 0 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Premier Leagu...

Played games

Kilmarnock

Heart of Midlothian

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.18

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.68

Scored

Avg. per game

1.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.24

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

25 (66%)13 (34%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

28 (74%)10 (26%)

Kilmarnock

Recent matches

Heart of Midlothian

Under /Over

(74%)28 10(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

Under /Over

(18%)7 31(82%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

/Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)20 18(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kilmarnock

Heart of Midlothian

Shots

Kilmarnock

Total shots

12.76 avg / game

Blocked

109 total

Avg. 3.76

Heart of Midlothian

Total shots

12.92 avg / game

Blocked

104 total

Avg. 3.85

Kilmarnock Pass Heart of Midlothian

Total passes

11789

Avg. 310 / game

Accurate

65%

Ball possession

44%

Total passes

16732

Avg. 440 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kilmarnock

Played games

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.29

5.45

207

Corners

239

6.29

25.47

968

Throw-ins

936

24.63

1.18

Offsides

1.50

2.61

GK saves

2.32

Kilmarnock

DISCIPLINARY

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.74

1.87

0.21

0.08

10.55

401

Fouls

394

10.37

14.74

560

Tackles

685

18.03

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How We Build the Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian on 18 May 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 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.

Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kilmarnock'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.

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 Kilmarnock and Heart of Midlothian sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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