Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – August 16

Saint Johnstone

W W W W W

1st place in Group F

0-0

AET 0-1

16/08/2025 14:00

Motherwell

D D D W W

1st place in Group G

Scotland League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell on August 16, 2025 (kick-off: 14:00) 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 for you.

Saint Johnstone are currently 1st with 12 points after 4 matches.
Motherwell sit 1st with 11 points from 4 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Motherwell to win with probability 41%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Saint Johnstone and Motherwell have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 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 %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:00

2025-08-16

Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell - Prediction & Odds

Saint Johnstone

Motherwell

2025-08-16 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2025

Group F	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Saint Johnstone	12	4	4	0	0	15	2	13
02 Raith Rovers	6	4	2	0	2	13	9	4
03 Inverness	6	4	2	0	2	9	8	1
04 East Kilbride	6	4	2	0	2	11	12	-1
05 Elgin City	0	4	0	0	4	2	19	-17

Group G	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Motherwell	11	4	3	1	0	8	3	5
02 Greenock Morton	9	4	3	0	1	10	5	5
03 Clyde	6	4	1	2	1	6	8	-2
04 Stenhousemuir	4	4	1	1	2	3	6	-3
05 Peterhead	0	4	0	0	4	4	9	-5

Head To Head

26/04/2025 14:00

Motherwell

3 - 2

Saint Johnstone

SCO PR

25/01/2025 15:00

Saint Johnstone

2 - 1

Motherwell

SCO PR

18/01/2025 15:00

Saint Johnstone

1 - 0

Motherwell

SCOFAC

09/11/2024 15:00

Motherwell

2 - 1

Saint Johnstone

SCO PR

31/08/2024 14:00

Saint Johnstone

1 - 2

Motherwell

SCO PR

19/05/2024 14:00

Motherwell

1 - 2

Saint Johnstone

SCO PR

Saint Johnstone

50%

Draw

Motherwell

50%

Saint Johnstone Last 6 matches

08/08/2025 18:45

Ross County 0 - 1 Saint Johnstone SCO CH

02/08/2025 14:00

Saint Johnstone 5 - 1 Partick Thistle SCO CH

26/07/2025 14:00

Saint Johnstone 8 - 0 Elgin City SCO LC

22/07/2025 18:45

Saint Johnstone 3 - 1 Raith Rovers SCO LC

19/07/2025 14:00

Inverness 0 - 1 Saint Johnstone SCO LC

15/07/2025 18:30

Saint Johnstone 1 - 1 Dundee United INT CF

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Motherwell

09/08/2025 14:00

Saint Mirren 0 - 0 Motherwell SCO PR

02/08/2025 16:30

Motherwell 1 - 1 Glasgow Rangers SCO PR

25/07/2025 18:00

Motherwell 1 - 1 Hertha Berlin INT CF

22/07/2025 18:45

Motherwell 3 - 0 Greenock Morton SCO LC

19/07/2025 14:00

Stenhousemuir 0 - 1 Motherwell SCO LC

15/07/2025 18:45

Motherwell 2 - 1 Peterhead SCO LC

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland League Cup

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

202

Avg. per game

0.68

Conceded

206

Avg. per game

0.69

Scored

220

Avg. per game

0.75

Conceded

228

Avg. per game

0.78

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 298 matches

YesNo

139 (47%)159 (53%)

In last 298 matches

NoYes

148 (50%)146 (50%)

Saint Johnstone

Recent matches

Motherwell

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Saint Johnstone

Motherwell

Shots

Saint Johnstone

Total shots

11.16 avg / game

Blocked

542 total

Avg. 3.03

Motherwell

Total shots

11.21 avg / game

Blocked

580 total

Avg. 3.01

Saint Johnstone Pass Motherwell

Total passes

64132

Avg. 354 / game

Accurate

67%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

79872

Avg. 366 / game

Accurate

70%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Saint Johnstone

298

Played games

Motherwell

294

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.28

4.66

1389

Corners

1285

4.37

13.74

4095

Throw-ins

5043

17.15

1.33

395

Offsides

421

1.43

2.12

632

GK saves

709

2.41

Saint Johnstone

DISCIPLINARY

Motherwell

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.79

533

502

1.71

0.09

0.09

9.69

2888

Fouls

2874

9.78

9.73

2900

Tackles

3110

10.58

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How We Build the Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Motherwell on 16 August 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 League 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 League 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 League Cup standings and the Scotland League 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 League Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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