Hibernian FC vs Kilmarnock Prediction 10 August 2025
🔊 On Sunday, Hibernian host Kilmarnock in the second round of the Scottish Premiership. Hibernian have started the season confidently, securing an away victory against Dundee and performing well in the Conference League qualifiers, which boosts the team's morale. Kilmarnock, after a draw with Livingston, face some squad issues but are ready to put up a fight. A tense match is expected with goal-scoring opportunities at both ends.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 15 March 2025 and ended in a 1-1 draw. Here's a breakdown of the comparative statistics from that encounter (with Kilmarnock as the home side):
- possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corners: 4 vs 5;
- fouls: 10 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Hibernian and Kilmarnock:
- Played 48 matches;
- Home wins - 24, away wins - 10, draws - 14;
- Total goals - 72 for the home side, 55 for the visitors;
- Average first-half total - 1.27, second-half - 1.38;
- Average total goals per match - 2.65.
Head-to-head statistics Hibernian FC - Kilmarnock
Hibernian Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the UEFA Europa Conference League semi-final (Partizan as the home side, Hibernian as the visitors). The match concluded with a 0-2 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Hibernian vs Partizan):
- possession percentage: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 7 vs 7;
- fouls: 8 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- red cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 7.
🟢 Hibernian have kicked off the new season with confidence, securing an away victory against Dundee (2-1) and claiming a decisive win over Serbian side Partizan in the Conference League qualifiers (2-0). Under the guidance of David Gray, the team showcases organized and balanced football, relying on the creativity of Boyle and Bowie in attack, alongside a solid defensive performance. Hibernian are now determined to extend their successful run and solidify their position in the league.
Match Results: Hibernian
Kilmarnock Team Overview
The visitors last took to the pitch on during the opening round of the Premier League, facing off against Kilmarnock. The match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the game stats (Kilmarnock vs Livingston):
- possession: 36% vs 64%;
- corners: 3 vs 5;
- fouls: 11 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- red cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 6.
🔵 Kilmarnock have had a mixed start to the season, letting a win slip away at home against Livingston in the dying moments (2-2). Their attack heavily relies on Jenzairo Daniels, but defensive issues are posing challenges for the coaching staff. In their upcoming clash with Hibernian, Kilmarnock will aim to improve their performance and challenge a stronger opponent.
Match Results: Kilmarnock
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 48;
- First-half wins for the home team - 10; for the away team - 3; draws - 11;
- Average first-half total: 1.27;
- Today's home team averages 0.73 goals, while the visitors average 0.54.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 6 vs 7;
- Losses: 1 vs 0;
- Draws: 3 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.6 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 0.5) vs 1 (scored - 1, conceded - 0).
- Hibernian have scored in the first half at home in 13 of their last 14 matches.
- Hibernian have scored in the first half in 12 of their last 13 matches (Premier League).
- Hibernian have scored in the first half in 7 of their last 8 matches.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 48;
- Home wins - 24, Away wins - 10, Draws - 14.
Stats: Hibernian vs Kilmarnock
- Matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- Wins: 1 vs 0;
- Win percentage: 100% vs 0%;
- Losses: 0 vs 0;
- Draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 4 vs 6;
- Losses: 3 vs 3;
- Draws: 3 vs 1.
- Hibernian have won 7 of their last 8 home matches (Premier League).
- Kilmarnock have lost 7 of their last 8 away matches (Premier League).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average goals scored by home team - 1.5, away team - 1.15;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.65;
- Both teams scored: overall - 28 times; at home team's ground - 11 times.
- Hibernian have conceded in 8 of their last 9 matches.
Corners Prediction
Hibernian: Statistics
- Season: Average total in tournament - 11; at home - 0;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 5.6; at home - 5.75.
Kilmarnock: Statistics
- Season: Average total in tournament - 3, away - 0;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 5.1; away - 5.25.
- Total under 11.5 corners occurred in 9 of Kilmarnock's last 10 away matches.
- Total under 11.5 corners in Kilmarnock's last 5 away matches (Premier League).
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.42 (1.71 for home team and 1.71 for away team);
- Average total yellow cards at home ground - 3.25 (1.5 for home team and 1.75 for away team).
Hibernian: Statistics
- Season: Average total in tournament - 1; at home - 0;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 2.5; at home - 2.25.
Kilmarnock: Statistics
- Season: Average total in tournament - 2, away - 0;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 0.8; away - 1.
- Total under 4.5 yellow cards occurred in Kilmarnock's last 11 matches.
- Total under 4.5 yellow cards occurred in Kilmarnock's last 7 matches (Premier League).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 48;
- Both teams scored overall - 28 times;
- At home ground - 11 times.
Stats: Hibernian vs Kilmarnock
- Total matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- Total matches in the season with both teams scoring (BTTS): 1 vs 1;
- Hibernian's BTTS at home - 0 (0%);
- Kilmarnock's BTTS away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 7 vs 2;
- Hibernian's BTTS at home - 3 (75%);
- Kilmarnock's BTTS away - 0 (0%).
- Hibernian have both scored and conceded in 7 of their last 8 matches.
- Hibernian have both scored and conceded in their last 5 matches (Premier League).
Editor's Prediction
Considering Hibernian's strong start and their successful performances in the Conference League qualifiers, along with Kilmarnock's personnel issues and inconsistency, the hosts appear to be the favorites. The head-to-head record also leans towards Hibernian, who have often secured positive results. A closely contested match is anticipated, but with a slight edge for the home side. Final bet: Hibernian win.
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