Hibernian vs Hearts prediction and betting tips on December 27, 2023
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In the context of the 20th round of the Scottish Championship, Hibernian and Hearts are set to engage in their encounter. The match prognosis by our resource's experts has been compiled.
Hibernian
In the current championship, Hibernian performs with varying success, securing 6 victories, enduring an equal number of defeats, and drawing as many times. Furthermore, the team currently holds the sixth position in the league standings. In their recent match, played away against St. Johnstone, the team suffered a 0:1 loss, failing to find the net despite attempting three shots on goal. The "Hibs" even tested their capabilities in this season's Conference League, reaching the qualification final but succumbing convincingly to Aston Villa with an aggregate score of 0:8 across two encounters. Injuries will sideline four players from taking the field.
Hearts
The "Hearts" occupy a commendable third place in the Scottish elite, avoiding direct competition with the main titans Celtic and Rangers for the title, given the considerable gap they have opened up from the aforementioned leaders. In the last round, Hearts triumphed over their direct rival, St. Mirren, with a scoreline of 2:0. The primary objective for the team is to maintain their position, holding a two-point lead over the fourth-place team with a game in hand. The club faces five personnel losses ahead of this confrontation.
Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History
- The teams have encountered each other with varying success, including a meeting earlier in this season where Hearts played at home, leading 2:0, only to see the match conclude in a 2:2 draw.
- Only in 5 out of 18 games involving Hearts in this championship did the total goals surpass 2.5.
Prediction
Bookmakers have refrained from designating a clear favorite in this confrontation. While Hearts holds a higher position in the league table, Hibernian still plays on their home turf. We anticipate a closely contested match, where execution will hold significant importance. A prudent choice here is to favor the X2 bet; the guests are not expected to face defeat.
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