Saint Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 August

Saint Mirren

D L W W W

1st place in Group D

1-1

Pen. 5-4

16/08/2025 10:00

Heart of Midlothian

W W W W W

1st place in Group E

Scotland League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Saint Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian on 16 August 2025 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Saint Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian preview before placing your bet.

Saint Mirren will face Heart of Midlothian in Scotland League Cup on August 16, 2025 at 10:00.
Saint Mirren are currently 1st with 10 points after 4 matches.
Heart of Midlothian sit 1st with 12 points from 4 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.13.

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

10:00

2025-08-16

Saint Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian - Prediction & Odds

Saint Mirren

Heart of Midlothian

2025-08-16 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2025

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

01 Saint Mirren	10	4	3	1	0	12	4	8
02 Ayr United	9	4	3	0	1	14	3	11
03 Arbroath	5	4	1	1	2	6	5	1
04 Forfar Athletic	5	4	1	1	2	3	6	-3
05 Annan Athletic	1	4	0	1	3	4	21	-17

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

01 Heart of Midlothian	12	4	4	0	0	16	1	15
02 Dunfermline Athletic	9	4	3	0	1	9	5	4
03 Dumbarton	6	4	2	0	2	2	8	-6
04 Hamilton Academical	3	4	1	0	3	3	7	-4
05 Stirling Albion	0	4	0	0	4	0	9	-9

Head To Head

26/02/2025 15:45

Heart of Midlothian

3 - 1

Saint Mirren

SCO PR

10/02/2025 15:45

Saint Mirren

1 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCOFAC

19/10/2024 10:00

Heart of Midlothian

4 - 0

Saint Mirren

SCO PR

21/09/2024 10:00

Saint Mirren

2 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

15/05/2024 14:45

Saint Mirren

2 - 2

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

06/04/2024 10:00

Saint Mirren

1 - 2

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

Heart of Midlothian

50%

Draw

33%

Saint Mirren

17%

Saint Mirren Last 6 matches

09/08/2025 10:00

Saint Mirren 0 - 0 Motherwell

SCO PR

03/08/2025 11:30

Celtic FC 1 - 0 Saint Mirren

SCO PR

27/07/2025 10:00

Saint Mirren 2 - 1 Ayr United

SCO LC

19/07/2025 10:00

Saint Mirren 8 - 2 Annan Athletic

SCO LC

15/07/2025 14:45

Forfar Athletic 1 - 2 Saint Mirren

SCO LC

12/07/2025 10:00

Arbroath 0 - 0 Saint Mirren

SCO LC

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Heart of Midlothian

10/08/2025 10:00

Dundee United 2 - 3 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

04/08/2025 15:00

Heart of Midlothian 2 - 0 Aberdeen

SCO PR

26/07/2025 10:00

Heart of Midlothian 3 - 0 Sunderland A.F.C

INT CF

23/07/2025 14:45

Heart of Midlothian 4 - 0 Dumbarton

SCO LC

19/07/2025 12:15

Stirling Albion 0 - 4 Heart of Midlothian

SCO LC

15/07/2025 14:45

Hamilton Academical 0 - 4 Heart of Midlothian

SCO LC

Win

100%

Draw

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland League Cup

Played games

Saint Mirren

Heart of Midlothian

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.75

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored

Avg. per game

3.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.40

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 8 matches

YesNo

7 (88%)1 (13%)

In last 8 matches

NoYes

5 (100%)0 (0%)

Saint Mirren

Recent matches

Heart of Midlothian

Under /Over

(88%)7 1(12%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)5 0(0%)

Under /Over

(63%)5 3(37%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(80%)4 1(20%)

Under /Over

(63%)5 3(37%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)3 2(40%)

/Yes

(88%)7 1(12%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)2 3(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Saint Mirren

Heart of Midlothian

Shots

Saint Mirren

Total shots

10.75 avg / game

Blocked

5 total

Avg. 1.67

Heart of Midlothian

Total shots

19.80 avg / game

Blocked

2 total

Avg. 2.00

Saint Mirren Pass Heart of Midlothian

Total passes

206

Avg. 206 / game

Accurate

60%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Saint Mirren

Played games

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.13

Clean sheets

0.60

4.50

Corners

8.60

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.88

Offsides

0.80

1.13

GK saves

0.60

Saint Mirren

DISCIPLINARY

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.25

1.20

0.13

0.00

7.63

Fouls

2.60

1.38

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Saint Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Saint Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian 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 Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian Form Analysis

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