Motherwell vs Kilmarnock: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 December

Motherwell

W W D L L

8th place in League

1-1

20/12/2024 15:45

Kilmarnock

L L D L W

9th place in League

Scottish Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Motherwell vs Kilmarnock on 20 December 2024 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Motherwell vs Kilmarnock preview before placing your bet.

Motherwell are currently 8th with 39 points after 33 matches.
Kilmarnock sit 9th with 35 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Motherwell to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Motherwell, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Kilmarnock have one win, while 3 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

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Pred

Correct

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Weather

15:45

2024-12-20

Motherwell vs Kilmarnock - Prediction & Odds

Motherwell

Kilmarnock

2024-12-20 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 20/12/2024

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

18/08/2024 09:00

Motherwell

0 - 0

Kilmarnock

SCO LC

03/02/2024 11:00

Motherwell

1 - 1

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

04/11/2023 11:00

Kilmarnock

1 - 0

Motherwell

SCO PR

26/08/2023 10:00

Motherwell

2 - 1

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

06/05/2023 10:00

Motherwell

2 - 0

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

25/02/2023 11:00

Kilmarnock

1 - 1

Motherwell

SCO PR

Motherwell

33%

Draw

50%

Kilmarnock

17%

Motherwell Last 6 matches

14/12/2024 11:00

Motherwell 4 - 3 Dundee United SCO PR

07/12/2024 11:00

Saint Mirren 0 - 1 Motherwell SCO PR

04/12/2024 15:45

Dundee 4 - 1 Motherwell SCO PR

30/11/2024 11:00

Motherwell 0 - 3 Hibernian SCO PR

23/11/2024 11:10

Ross County 2 - 1 Motherwell SCO PR

09/11/2024 11:00

Motherwell 2 - 1 Saint Johnstone SCO PR

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Kilmarnock

15/12/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock 1 - 0 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

07/12/2024 11:00

Dundee United 1 - 1 Kilmarnock SCO PR

04/12/2024 15:45

Glasgow Rangers 6 - 0 Kilmarnock SCO PR

30/11/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock 1 - 1 Dundee SCO PR

23/11/2024 11:15

Saint Johnstone 1 - 0 Kilmarnock SCO PR

10/11/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock 0 - 2 Celtic FC SCO PR

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Premier Leagu...

Played games

Motherwell

Kilmarnock

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.50

Scored

Avg. per game

1.42

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 18 home matches

YesNo

12 (67%)6 (33%)

In last 18 home matches

NoYes

14 (74%)5 (26%)

Motherwell

Recent matches

Kilmarnock

Under /Over

(83%)15 3(17%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

Under /Over

(50%)9 9(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(11%)2 17(89%)

Under /Over

(44%)8 10(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

/Yes

(56%)10 8(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(37%)7 12(63%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Motherwell

Kilmarnock

Shots

Motherwell

Total shots

11.06 avg / game

Blocked

26 total

Avg. 2.17

Kilmarnock

Total shots

14.21 avg / game

Blocked

62 total

Avg. 4.13

Motherwell Pass Kilmarnock

Total passes

6112

Avg. 340 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

42%

Total passes

6074

Avg. 320 / game

Accurate

66%

Ball possession

45%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Motherwell

Played games

Kilmarnock

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.42

4.17

Corners

106

5.58

21.17

381

Throw-ins

507

26.68

2.00

Offsides

1.53

4.00

GK saves

2.68

Motherwell

DISCIPLINARY

Kilmarnock

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.39

1.42

0.17

0.11

10.22

184

Fouls

196

10.32

16.11

290

Tackles

297

15.63

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Motherwell vs Kilmarnock Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Motherwell vs Kilmarnock on 20 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.

Motherwell vs Kilmarnock Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Motherwell's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Kilmarnock'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 Motherwell and Kilmarnock 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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