Motherwell vs Hearts Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 9 May 2026
🔊 The clash between Motherwell and Hearts promises to be an intriguing encounter. Motherwell, known for their solid defense, are aiming to secure a top-four spot. However, their recent form is less than ideal, with three losses in their last five matches. On the other hand, Hearts are leading the league and have been delivering consistent performances, boasting four wins in their last five games. Their attack is efficient, but it's their defense that stands out, having conceded the fewest goals in the league after 35 rounds.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 11 April 2026 and ended with a 3-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Hearts were the home side):
- possession percentage: 47% vs 53%;
- corners: 6 vs 4;
- fouls: 7 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Motherwell and Hearts:
- 52 matches played;
- home wins - 20, away wins - 22, draws - 10;
- goals scored - 60 for Motherwell, 76 for Hearts;
- average first-half total - 1.12, second-half - 1.5;
- average total goals per match - 2.62.
Head-to-head statistics Motherwell - Hearts
Motherwell Team Overview
The team's last official match was on in the Premier League, with Falkirk as the home side and Motherwell as the visitors. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Motherwell vs Falkirk):
- possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corners: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 13 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 5.
🟡 Motherwell have been putting up a solid performance at home, remaining unbeaten in 13 of their last 14 matches on their own turf. This season, they sit in fourth place, indicating strong competition at the top level. However, their recent form has shown some inconsistency: three wins, six losses, and one draw in their last ten outings. On average, they score 1.5 goals per match, but their defense is slightly shaky, conceding around 1.6 goals per game.
Match Results: Motherwell
Heart of Midlothian Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Premier League, where Hearts hosted Rangers. The game concluded with a 2-1 victory for Hearts.
Here’s the match statistics (Hearts vs Rangers):
- possession: 42% vs 58%;
- corners: 2 vs 6;
- fouls: 8 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
🔴 Hearts confidently top the league standings thanks to their impressive performances. The team has won seven of their last ten matches, suffering defeat only twice. Their attack averages 1.5 goals per game, while their solid defense concedes just one goal on average over the same period. In their last head-to-head encounter, Hearts claimed a 3-1 victory, boosting their confidence ahead of this clash.
Match Results: Heart of Midlothian
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Played - 52;
- Home wins - 20, Away wins - 22, Draws - 10.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches (Average Total):
- Home team - 1.15, Away team - 1.46;
- Overall - 2.62;
- Both teams scored: All time - 23 times; At home ground - 12 times.
Average Total Statistics: Motherwell vs Hearts
- In the league: 2.49 vs 2.63;
- Goals scored: 1.57 vs 1.77;
- First half: 0.71 vs 0.69;
- Second half: 0.86 vs 1.09;
- Motherwell: At home in the league - 1.71;
- Hearts: Away in the league - 1.65;
- Last 10 matches: 1.5 (home - 1.33) vs 1.5 (away - 1.5).
- Total under 3.5 goals occurred in 14 of the last 15 head-to-head matches at the home team's ground.
- Total under 3.5 goals occurred in 12 of the last 13 head-to-head matches at the home team's ground (Premier League).
- Total under 3.5 goals occurred in 14 of the last 16 home matches for Motherwell.
- Total under 3.5 goals occurred in 13 of the last 15 home matches for Motherwell (Premier League).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Played - 52;
- Both teams scored all time - 23 times;
- At home ground - 12 times.
Exact Score Prediction
Frequent Results Statistics (Current Season):
- Most common score in the league: 1-0 (23/210, 11%);
- Motherwell at home often finishes matches: 2-0 (7/17, 41.2%);
- Hearts away often plays: 1-0, 1-2 (3/17, 17.6%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top-3 outcomes:
1-1 - 12.23% (odds 6.5)
0-1 - 9.15% (odds 9)
1-2 - 8.32% (odds 9.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering Motherwell's strong home performances, it's reasonable to expect them to continue this run even against a formidable opponent like Hearts. Despite the visitors' superior form and league standing, the game might end in a draw or a narrow victory for the hosts, thanks to their resilient defense and home crowd support. However, we predict that Hearts will score in the 2nd half, as Motherwell have conceded after the break in 6 of their last 7 Premiership matches, while the current table leaders have found the net in the second half in 5 consecutive games.No comments
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