Prediction for match Hibernian — Hearts

Odds and Probability Percentages for the Match Outcome

The match between Hibernian and Hearts is scheduled for December 27th as part of the Scottish Premiership. The odds for a win are as follows: Hibernian at 2.79, Hearts at 2.48, and a draw is priced at 3.22. Looking at the probability percentages, Hibernian has 33.43%, a draw is at 28.96%, and Hearts is at 37.61%. These figures suggest that Hearts is slightly favored, but the gap is not significant, promising a competitive game in terms of chances.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Hibernian played as follows: December 20th against Dundee United (1-1), December 15th with Rangers (0-1), and December 6th against Falkirk (3-0). During the same period, Hearts played: December 21st with Rangers (2-1), December 13th with Falkirk (2-0), and December 7th against Celtic (2-1). Over a five-match average, Hibernian has 43.8% possession, 2 yellow cards, 12 fouls, and 2 offsides. Hearts has 46.8% possession, 2.4 yellow cards, 10 fouls, and 1.2 offsides. The last head-to-head encounter was on October 4th: Hearts - Hibernian 1-0.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In the last five matches, Hibernian has an average total of 2.2 goals, while Hearts has 2.0. Both teams have seen over 2.5 goals in 2 out of 5 matches, and under 2.5 in 3 out of 5. In terms of halves, Hibernian had over 1.5 goals in the first half 4 times out of 5, but never in the second half. Hearts had over 1.5 goals in the first half only once out of 5, and twice in the second half. Hibernian most frequently scores between the 16th-30th and 31st-45th minutes (38% each), while Hearts scores most often between the 31st-45th minutes (50%). In terms of conceding, Hibernian is most vulnerable between the 16th-30th minutes (67%), and Hearts at the end of the match (76th-90th minutes, 50%). On average, Hibernian scores 1 goal per match, Hearts 1.4, while conceding 1.2 and 0.6 respectively. Considering that both teams are not prone to high-scoring games, and with under 2.5 goals occurring 3 times out of 5, a bet on under 2.5 goals at 1.80 seems logical for this matchup.

Corner Totals Analysis

On average, Hibernian wins 5.6 corners per game, and Hearts 5.8. In their last five matches, over 9.5 corners occurred 3 times out of 5 for both teams. The odds for over 9.5 corners are 1.47, and for under 9.5, they are 2.39. Hearts is the favorite in corner outcomes with odds of 2.06. Expect 10-12 corners in the match, considering both teams' averages and the frequency of over 9.5 corner totals. It seems reasonable to consider a bet on over 9.5 corners, as both teams regularly achieve 5 or more corners per game.