Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Peterhead

W L L D L

6th place in Scottish Division One

2-3

17/01/2026 15:00

Hamilton Academical

L L W W W

3rd place in Scottish Division One

Scottish Division One

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical preview before placing your bet.

Peterhead are currently 6th with 43 points after 36 matches.
Hamilton Academical sit 3rd with 55 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Peterhead to win with probability 38%.
Head-to-head history favors Hamilton Academical, who have won 1 of the last 2 meetings. Peterhead have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

15:00

2026-01-17

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical - Prediction & Odds

Peterhead

Hamilton Academical

2026-01-17 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Inverness	74	36	21	11	4	60	24	36
02 Stenhousemuir	67	36	18	13	5	50	27	23
03 Hamilton Academical	55	36	16	7	13	54	42	12
04 Queen of South	54	36	14	12	10	58	47	11
05 Alloa Athletic	53	36	15	8	13	50	38	12
06 Peterhead	43	36	12	7	17	48	64	-16
07 Montrose	42	36	11	9	16	48	67	-19
08 Cove Rangers	38	36	9	11	16	41	44	-3
09 East Fife	36	36	9	9	18	34	61	-27
10 Kelty Hearts	29	36	6	11	19	33	62	-29

Head To Head

08/11/2025 15:00

Hamilton Academical

3 - 0

Peterhead

SCO L1

13/09/2025 14:00

Peterhead

2 - 2

Hamilton Academical

SCO L1

Peterhead

Draw

50%

Hamilton Academical

50%

Peterhead Last 6 matches

27/12/2025 15:00

Peterhead 0 - 4 Cove Rangers SCO L1

20/12/2025 15:00

East Fife 0 - 1 Peterhead SCO L1

13/12/2025 15:00

Peterhead 3 - 2 Kelty Hearts SCO L1

09/12/2025 19:45

Ayr United 2 - 1 Peterhead SCO BC

06/12/2025 15:00

Alloa Athletic 4 - 0 Peterhead SCO L1

29/11/2025 15:00

Peterhead 2 - 2 Greenock Morton SCOFAC

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Hamilton Academical

27/12/2025 15:00

Queen of South 4 - 1 Hamilton Academical SCO L1

20/12/2025 15:00

Hamilton Academical 1 - 0 Alloa Athletic SCO L1

13/12/2025 15:00

Inverness 4 - 0 Hamilton Academical SCO L1

09/12/2025 19:45

Raith Rovers 5 - 2 Hamilton Academical SCO BC

06/12/2025 15:00

Stenhousemuir 0 - 0 Hamilton Academical SCO L1

29/11/2025 15:00

Airdrie United 4 - 0 Hamilton Academical SCOFAC

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Division One

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

183

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

243

Avg. per game

0.89

Scored

216

Avg. per game

0.73

Conceded

243

Avg. per game

0.82

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 272 matches

YesNo

129 (47%)143 (53%)

In last 272 matches

NoYes

135 (46%)161 (54%)

Peterhead

Recent matches

Hamilton Academical

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Peterhead

Hamilton Academical

Shots

Peterhead

Total shots

9.31 avg / game

Blocked

43 total

Avg. 2.05

Hamilton Academical

Total shots

10.29 avg / game

Blocked

108 total

Avg. 2.35

Peterhead Pass Hamilton Academical

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

8485

Avg. 303 / game

Accurate

59%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Peterhead

272

Played games

Hamilton Academical

296

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.29

4.32

1174

Corners

1502

5.07

0.03

Throw-ins

785

2.65

0.11

Offsides

0.29

0.59

161

GK saves

479

1.62

Peterhead

DISCIPLINARY

Hamilton Academical

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.11

573

498

1.68

0.10

0.06

3.59

976

Fouls

2029

6.85

0.00

Tackles

435

1.47

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How We Build the Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical on 17 January 2026 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 Division One 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.

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Peterhead's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Hamilton Academical'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 Division One 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 Division One standings and the Scottish Division One form table to understand exactly where Peterhead and Hamilton Academical 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 Division One predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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