Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Saint Johnstone
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No standing data
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1-0
FT
18/01/2025 11:00
Motherwell
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No standing data
Scotland FA Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell on 18 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 Motherwell preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Saint Johnstone to win with probability 38%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Motherwell, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Saint Johnstone 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
Home team Away team
Probability %
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X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
11:00

2025-01-18

Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell - Prediction & Odds

Saint Johnstone
Saint Johnstone
Motherwell
Motherwell
2025-01-18 11:00
38
27
35
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.75
2.35
FT
1-0 1-0
-
weather
STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Saint Johnstone and Motherwell in the Scotland FA Cup football standings for the 2024-2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
09/11/2024 11:00
Motherwell Motherwell
2 - 1
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
SCO PR
31/08/2024 10:00
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
1 - 2
Motherwell Motherwell
SCO PR
19/05/2024 10:00
Motherwell Motherwell
1 - 2
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
SCO PR
27/01/2024 11:00
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
1 - 1
Motherwell Motherwell
SCO PR
09/12/2023 11:00
Motherwell Motherwell
1 - 1
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
SCO PR
07/11/2023 15:45
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
2 - 2
Motherwell Motherwell
SCO PR
Saint Johnstone
1
17%
Draw
3
50%
Motherwell
2
33%
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone Last 6 matches
05/01/2025 11:00
Saint Johnstone 1 - 3 Dundee SCO PR
02/01/2025 11:00
Saint Johnstone 1 - 1 Hibernian SCO PR
29/12/2024 11:00
Celtic FC 4 - 0 Saint Johnstone SCO PR
26/12/2024 11:00
Saint Johnstone 1 - 2 Dundee United SCO PR
22/12/2024 11:00
Heart of Midlothian 2 - 1 Saint Johnstone SCO PR
14/12/2024 11:00
Saint Johnstone 2 - 3 Saint Mirren SCO PR
Win
0%
Draw
17%
Lost
83%
Last 6 matches Motherwell Motherwell
08/01/2025 15:45
Kilmarnock 0 - 0 Motherwell SCO PR
05/01/2025 10:30
Motherwell 2 - 0 Aberdeen SCO PR
02/01/2025 11:00
Heart of Midlothian 1 - 0 Motherwell SCO PR
29/12/2024 11:00
Motherwell 2 - 2 Glasgow Rangers SCO PR
26/12/2024 11:00
Celtic FC 4 - 0 Motherwell SCO PR
20/12/2024 15:45
Motherwell 1 - 1 Kilmarnock SCO PR
Win
17%
Draw
50%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Scotland FA Cup
Played games
Saint Johnstone
Saint Johnstone
297
 Motherwell
Motherwell
291
Goals
Scored
353
Avg. per game
1.19
Conceded
364
Avg. per game
1.23
Scored
388
Avg. per game
1.33
Conceded
404
Avg. per game
1.39
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 297 matches
YesNo
199 (67%)98 (33%)
In last 297 matches
NoYes
210 (72%)81 (28%)
Saint Johnstone

Saint Johnstone

Recent matches

Motherwell

Motherwell

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
Motherwell Motherwell
Shots
Saint Johnstone
Saint Johnstone
Total shots
11.15 avg / game
Blocked
539 total
Avg. 3.03
Motherwell
Motherwell
Total shots
11.23 avg / game
Blocked
576 total
Avg. 3.02
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone Pass Motherwell Motherwell
Total passes
63603
Avg. 353 / game
Accurate
67%
Ball possession
48%
Total passes
79367
Avg. 366 / game
Accurate
69%
Ball possession
48%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Saint Johnstone
Saint Johnstone
25465
Avg. 85.74 / game
 Motherwell
Motherwell
25234
Avg. 86.71 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Saint Johnstone
Saint Johnstone
13303
Avg. 44.79 / game
 Motherwell
Motherwell
12255
Avg. 42.11 / game
OTHERS
Saint Johnstone
Saint Johnstone
297
Played games
Motherwell
Motherwell
291
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.32
95
Clean sheets
82
0.28
4.66
1383
Corners
1279
4.40
13.70
4068
Throw-ins
4987
17.14
1.33
394
Offsides
413
1.42
2.12
629
GK saves
706
2.43
Saint Johnstone
Saint Johnstone
DISCIPLINARY
Motherwell
Motherwell
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.79
531
Yellow card
496
1.70
0.09
27
Red card
26
0.09
9.70
2882
Fouls
2846
9.78
9.73
2890
Tackles
3102
10.66
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How We Build the Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell on 18 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 Scotland FA Cup 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 Motherwell 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 Motherwell'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.

Scotland FA Cup 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 Scotland FA Cup standings and the Scotland FA Cup form table to understand exactly where Saint Johnstone and Motherwell 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 Scotland FA Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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