Falkirk vs Heart of Midlothian – Expert Analysis and Predictions
The upcoming clash between Falkirk and Heart of Midlothian on December 13, 2025, at 20:00 promises to be an intriguing encounter in Scottish football. Both teams have shown varying forms throughout the season, making this match a compelling one for fans and bettors alike. With Heart of Midlothian having a stronger defensive record compared to Falkirk’s more attacking style, the betting odds reflect an interesting mix of possibilities. Let’s delve into the specific betting markets and predictions for this match.
Falkirk
Heart of Midlothian
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 81.20% | (0-2) 1.29 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 81.20% | (0-2) 0-1 1H 1.20 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 78.30% | (0-2) 0-1 1H 1.40 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 76.90% | (0-2) 0-1 2H 1.33 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 76.00% | (0-2) 4 cards 1.30 | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 74.80% | (0-2) | |
| Both Teams To Score | 69.90% | (0-2) 1.75 | |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 65.10% | (0-2) 1.85 | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 64.10% | (0-2) | |
| Away Team To Score In 1st Half | 60.70% | (0-2) | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 64.70% | (0-2) | |
| Over 2.5 BTTS | 55.70% | (0-2) 2.20 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 56.60% | (0-2) 4 cards 1.62 | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.89% | (0-2) | |
| Yellow Cards | 2.76% | (0-2) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.43% | (0-2) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.16% | (0-2) |
Prediction Analysis
Goals Market
The “Over 1.5 Goals” market is priced at 78.70, suggesting a high likelihood of a goal-rich match. The “Over 0.5 Goals HT” at 82.60 further supports this expectation, indicating that both teams are likely to score early in the game. The “Over 2.5 Goals” market at 61.80 also suggests a high-scoring affair overall.
Both Teams to Score
With odds of 66.80 for “Both Teams To Score,” it seems probable that both Falkirk and Heart of Midlothian will find the back of the net. This aligns with the “Over 2.5 BTTS” market at 58.20, reinforcing the likelihood of an engaging contest where both teams contribute to the scoreboard.
Halftime and Second Half Dynamics
The “Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half” market is set at 78.00, indicating a strong chance that the first half will be goalless or low-scoring. Conversely, the “Away Team To Score In 2nd Half” market at 74.70 suggests that Heart of Midlothian might capitalize in the latter stages of the game.
Defensive Aspects
The “Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half” market at 61.60 implies that Falkirk may struggle to find the net early on. Additionally, the “Under 5.5 Cards” market at 76.60 and “Under 4.5 Cards” market at 53.20 suggest that while there might be some fouls, excessive bookings are unlikely.
Average Statistics
The average total goals expected are 4.19, with an average of 2.03 goals scored and 1.66 conceded per game by both teams combined. This aligns with the higher probabilities in the goals markets discussed earlier.
Betting Market Insights
- Over 1.5 Goals: 78.70 – High probability of a goal-heavy match.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 78.00 – Likely a low-scoring first half.
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: 82.60 – Early goals expected.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 76.60 – Possible defensive second half.
- Under 5.5 Cards: 76.60 – Few cards anticipated.
- Away Team To Score In 2nd Half: 74.70 – Heart of Midlothian likely to score late.
- Both Teams To Score: 66.80 – Both teams likely to score.
- Over 2.5 Goals: 61.80 – High-scoring match expected.
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 61.60 – Falkirk may struggle early.
- Away Team To Score In 1st Half: 61.10 – Early goal from Heart possible.
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 64.20 – Falkirk likely to score later.
- Over 2.5 BTTS: 58.20 – Both teams scoring multiple times likely.
- Under 4.5 Cards: 53.20 – Minimal bookings expected.
Average Total Goals: 4.19
Average Yellow Cards: 2.06
Average Goals Scored: 2.03
Average Conceded Goals: 1.66