Saint Johnstone vs Hibernian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 January

Betiball's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Hibernian on 02 January 2025 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Saint Johnstone vs Hibernian preview before placing your bet.

Saint Johnstone vs Hibernian: Starting Lineups Time : 02/01/2025 11:00

Saint Johnstone
1 - 1
Finished
Hibernian
90+2' event Nicky Clark
68' event Matthew Smith / Adama Sidibeh
67' event David Keltjens / Filip Franczak
45+3' event Nicky Clark
41' event Jason Holt
40' event Jason Holt Card changed
event 86' Rudi Allan-Molotnikov / Josh Campbell
event 79' Dwight Gayle
event 71' Harry McKirdy / Junior Hoilett
event 61' Dylan Levitt / Hyeok Kyu Kwon
event 61' Dwight Gayle / Jack Iredale
event 60' Jordan Obita / Lewis Miller
event 55' Nectarios Triantis
event 39' Rocky Bushiri Kiranga
event 19' Jack Iredale
90+2' event Nicky Clark
event 86' Rudi Allan-Molotnikov / Josh Campbell
68' event Matthew Smith / Adama Sidibeh
event 79' Dwight Gayle
67' event David Keltjens / Filip Franczak
event 71' Harry McKirdy / Junior Hoilett
45+3' event Nicky Clark
event 61' Dylan Levitt / Hyeok Kyu Kwon
41' event Jason Holt
event 61' Dwight Gayle / Jack Iredale
40' event Jason Holt Card changed
event 60' Jordan Obita / Lewis Miller
event 55' Nectarios Triantis
event 39' Rocky Bushiri Kiranga
event 19' Jack Iredale
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
Substitutions
#33 David Keltjens
#22 Matthew Smith
#15 Aaron Essel
#11 Graham Carey
#17 Maksym Kucheriavyi
#24 Joshua McPake
#31 Craig Hepburn
#49 Brodie Dair
#52 Arran Brookfield
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone Hibernian Hibernian
5Shots18
2Shots on Goal5
10Fouls7
4Corner Kick9
7Free kick10
2Offside3
1Yellow card3
1Red card0
23Aerial21
4Save1
18Successful Tackles17
7Interceptions6
26Long pass33
0Assist1
3Shots off goal8
0Hit The Post1
16Head Success6
0Blocked5
18Tackle17
10Dribbles7
14Throw-in21
343Passes486
66Attacks127
28Dangerous attacks83
3Corner Kicks(HT)4
Hibernian Hibernian
Substitutions
#21 Jordan Obita
#34 Dwight Gayle
#17 Harry McKirdy
#6 Dylan Levitt
#35 Rudi Allan-Molotnikov
#22 Nathan Moriah Welsh
#5 Warren O Hora
#1 Josef Bursik
#14 Luke Amos
Commentary
90+2' Nicky Clark - Saint Johnstone receive a yellow card
86' Hibernian — substitution: Rudi Allan-Molotnikov / Josh Campbell
79' Goal! Dwight Gayle - Hibernian
71' Hibernian — substitution: Harry McKirdy / Junior Hoilett
68' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Matthew Smith / Adama Sidibeh
67' Saint Johnstone — substitution: David Keltjens / Filip Franczak
61' Hibernian — substitution: Dylan Levitt / Hyeok Kyu Kwon
61' Hibernian — substitution: Dwight Gayle / Jack Iredale
60' Hibernian — substitution: Jordan Obita / Lewis Miller
55' Nectarios Triantis - Hibernian receive a yellow card
45+3' Penalty scored! Nicky Clark - Saint Johnstone
41' Jason Holt - Saint Johnstone receive a red card
40' VAR review - Saint Johnstone
39' Rocky Bushiri Kiranga - Hibernian receive a yellow card
19' Jack Iredale - Hibernian receive a yellow card

How We Build the Saint Johnstone vs Hibernian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Hibernian on 02 January 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 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.

Saint Johnstone vs Hibernian Form Analysis

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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