Dundee Un. vs Hearts Prediction 31 January 2026
🔊 In the upcoming Scottish Premiership clash, Dundee United face off against Hearts. This matchup promises to be intriguing given the current form of both teams. Dundee United sit in eighth place in the standings and are eager to improve their position, having shown mixed results in recent games. Their defense isn't always stable, but their attack can surprise opponents. Hearts lead the league thanks to a potent offense and a solid defense, making them the favorites for this encounter. A crucial factor will be whether both teams can maintain their tactical discipline throughout the match.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 09 November 2025 and ended in a 1-1 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (with Hearts as the home side):
- possession: 63% vs 37%;
- corners: 4 vs 3;
- fouls: 18 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Dundee United and Hearts:
- 14 matches played;
- home victories - 2, away victories - 8, draws - 4;
- goals scored - 17 for Dundee United, 28 for Hearts;
- average goals in the first half - 1.43, second half - 1.79;
- average total goals per match - 3.21.
Head-to-head statistics Dundee Un. - Hearts
Dundee United Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Scottish Cup Round of 16, with Dundee United hosting Ayr United. The match concluded with a 2-0 victory for the hosts.
Here are the game statistics (Dundee United vs Ayr United):
- possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corners: 6 vs 4;
- fouls: 11 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 1.
🟠 Dundee United played their last match in the Scottish Cup Round of 16, where they secured a 2-0 victory over Ayr from the Championship. In the Premiership, the Tangerines are striving to solidify their mid-table position, but they have suffered two defeats in their last two fixtures. The team currently sits in eighth place. Their style of play combines ball possession with an attacking focus, which often leaves them vulnerable defensively-conceding an average of 1.55 goals per game. In their most recent head-to-head with Hearts, the match ended 1-1, highlighting their fighting spirit and determination on the pitch.
Match Results: Dundee United
Heart of Midlothian Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Premier League, where Hearts hosted Celtic. The game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Hearts vs Celtic):
- possession: 55% vs 45%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 2;
- fouls: 13 vs 22;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 6;
- shots on target: 8 vs 3.
🔴 Hearts managed to snatch a draw in their previous match against Celtic at home (2-2), narrowing the gap with Rangers to just four points. Prior to this league fixture, the team also competed in the national cup's round of 16, where they were eliminated in a penalty shootout by Falkirk (4-5) after drawing 1-1 in both regular and extra time at home. Nonetheless, Hearts continue to display solid form both at home and away, especially excelling in attack with an average of 1.91 goals per match while conceding just 0.83 goals. This statistic highlights the high level of preparation by head coach Derek McInnes for each encounter.
Match Results: Heart of Midlothian
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- total encounters - 14;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 8, draws - 4.
Statistics: Dundee United vs Hearts
- matches played in the tournament: 22 vs 23;
- wins: 5 vs 15;
- win percentage: 23% vs 65%;
- losses: 7 vs 2;
- draws: 10 vs 6.
Last 10 Matches:
- wins: 3 vs 6;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 4 vs 2.
- Dundee United have covered the +1.5 spread in their last 5 consecutive head-to-head matches against Hearts (Premier League).
- Dundee United have covered the +1.5 spread in 7 of their last 8 matches.
- Dundee United have covered the +1.5 spread in 6 of their last 7 Premier League matches.
- Dundee United have covered the +1.5 spread at home in their last 5 Premier League matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- average goals scored by today's home team - 1.21, away team - 2;
- average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.21;
- both teams scored: overall - 10 times; at the home team's ground - 5 times.
Statistics: Dundee United vs Hearts
- average total in the tournament: 2.82 vs 2.74;
- average goals scored: 1.27 vs 1.91;
- average first half total: 0.59 vs 0.74;
- average second half total: 0.68 vs 1.17;
- Dundee United: average home total in the tournament - 1.18;
- Hearts: average away total in the tournament - 1.73;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 1.17) vs 1.6 (away - 1.75).
- Dundee United have scored in 10 of their last 11 head-to-head Premier League meetings against Hearts.
Corners Prediction
Dundee United: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 4.59; at home - 5.82;
- last 10 matches: average total - 5.2; at home - 5.83.
Hearts: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 5.57, away - 5.55;
- last 10 matches: average total - 5.3; away - 5.5.
- The total has gone under 10.5 corners in Hearts' last 5 consecutive matches.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- total encounters - 14;
- both teams scored overall - 10 times;
- at the home team's ground - 5 times.
Statistics: Dundee United vs Hearts
- matches played in the tournament: 22 vs 23;
- matches with both teams scoring (BTTS) this season: 13 vs 11;
- Dundee United's home BTTS record - 6 (55%);
- Hearts' away BTTS record - 5 (45%).
Last 10 Matches:
- BTTS matches: 5 vs 6;
- Dundee United's home BTTS record - 3 (50%);
- Hearts' away BTTS record - 2 (50%).
Exact Score Prediction
Most Frequent Results (Current Season):
- most common scoreline in the tournament: 1-1 (17/137, 12.4%);
- Dundee United's most frequent home result: 1-1 (2/11, 18.2%);
- Hearts' most frequent away results: 0-2, 1-2 (2/11, 18.2%).
The algorithm predicts the top three outcomes based on statistics and probability distribution:
1-1 - 12.24% (odds: 7)
0-1 - 12.14% (odds: 7.5)
1-2 - 9.79% (odds: 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
We anticipate a thrilling clash between teams with contrasting styles: Dundee United's more daring and open approach at home against Hearts' organization could lead to an intriguing contest. Considering both teams' performance statistics and previous head-to-head encounters (including a recent draw), goals from both sides seem likely. However, we predict a Hearts goal in the first half, as Dundee United have conceded in the first half in 6 of their last 7 home meetings with them and in 8 of their last 9 Premier League matches.No comments
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