Hamilton Academical FC vs Rangers FC, Premier League 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Hamilton Academical FC vs Rangers FC — Premier League at Fountain of Youth Stadium.
- Hamilton Academical FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Rangers FC 12 games · 27 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Bobby Madden
- Referee Daniel McFarlane
- Referee Mike Roncone
- Referee Gary Hilland
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 13 | 31 |
| 2 | Rangers FC | 12 | 27 |
| 3 | Falkirk FC | 13 | 21 |
| 4 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 12 | 20 |
| 5 | Dundee FC | 12 | 17 |
| 6 | Dundee United FC | 12 | 17 |
| 7 | St. Johnstone FC | 13 | 17 |
| 8 | St. Mirren FC | 13 | 14 |
| 9 | Motherwell FC | 13 | 13 |
| 10 | Hibernian FC | 12 | 11 |
| 11 | Aberdeen FC | 12 | 11 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 13 | 9 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Feb | Rangers FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 03 Feb | Ross County FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 27 Jan | Celtic FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 16 Jan | Dundee United FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 09 Jan | Kilmarnock FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 02 Jan | Motherwell FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Feb | Hamilton Academical FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 03 Feb | St. Johnstone FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 27 Jan | Hibernian FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 23 Jan | Ross County FC | H | 5–0 | W |
| 17 Jan | Motherwell FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 10 Jan | Aberdeen FC | A | 2–1 | W |
Key Stats
33%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (9 games)
H2H (9 games)
56%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
55%
Clean Sheets
Rangers FC this season
Rangers FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Rangers FC
0-15
3/1
16-30
4/–
31-45
3/2
46-60
2/2
61-75
4/1
76+
5/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Rangers FC
| Ryan Naderi | 6 G | 3 A |
| Kevin Kelsy | 4 G | |
| Lawrence Shankland | 3 G | |
| Miguel Chaiwa | 1 G | 1 A |
| Thelo Aasgaard | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Welcome to Fountain of Youth Stadium that hosts another battle between Hamilton Academical FC and Rangers FC.
- 1' Controversy at the stadium! Ross Callachan argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 6' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 11' Rangers FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 16' The home supporters are growing impatient. Hamilton Academical FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 21' It looks surprising Hamilton Academical FC does not make any changes. Borna Barisic has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 26' Lee Hodson has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 31' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 36' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 41' It is a cagey affair so far. Hamilton Academical FC in their trying to find a way past Rangers FC's compact .
- 46' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 51' A quiet spell here at Fountain of Youth Stadium. Rangers FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 56' Switzerland international Cedric Itten has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 60' Rangers FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Ryan Jack is hanging Bongani Zungu on the field on 60 minute.
- 65' Hamilton Academical FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 66' Rangers FC ring the changes. Cedric Itten has done his job and it is now time for Kemar Roofe to step up.
- 71' Hamilton Academical FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 72' The Hamilton Academical FC bench stirs into life. Charlie Trafford is withdrawn and Ronan Hughes gets his opportunity.
- 76' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Filip Helander.
- 78' Glen Kamara makes way for Steven Davis at the 78 minute mark. A tactical switch from Rangers FC.
- 80' Goal! Brian Easton scores his 2 goal in 261 matches.
- 81' GOAL! Brian Easton scores on 81.
- 86' Hamilton Academical FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Rangers FC's shape.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Hamilton Academical FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
- 16
- 7
- 23
- 3
- 9
- 34
- 5
- 27
- 6
-
14
Charlie Trafford ↓ Ronan Hughes 72'
Bench
- 17
-
15
Ronan Hughes ↑ 72'
- 20
- 18
- 19
- 22
- 32
- 21
- 25
Coach
Brian Rice
Rangers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 17
-
15
Bongani Zungu ↓ Ryan Jack 60'
- 5
-
7
Ianis Hagi ↓ Scott Wright 78'
- 31
-
18
Glen Kamara ↓ Steven Davis 78'
- 14
- 6
- 1
- 2
-
11
Cedric Itten ↓ Kemar Roofe 66'
Bench
- 4
-
10
Steven Davis ↑ 78'
- 26
- 33
-
25
Kemar Roofe ↑ 66'
-
23
Scott Wright ↑ 78'
-
8
Ryan Jack ↑ 60'
- 16
- 3
Coach
Steven Gerrard
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| James Tavernier | 6 |
| Jermain Defoe | 4 |
| Ryan Kent | 3 |
| Kemar Roofe | 2 |
| Joe Aribo | 2 |
| Scott Arfield | 2 |
| Brian Easton | 2 |
| Ryan Jack | 2 |
Head to Head
Hamilton Academical FC Form
2021-02-07
Hamilton Academical FC
1–1
Rangers FC
D
2021-02-03
Hamilton Academical FC
1–2
Ross County FC
L
2021-01-27
Celtic FC
2–0
Hamilton Academical FC
L
2021-01-16
Hamilton Academical FC
0–0
Dundee United FC
D
2021-01-09
Kilmarnock FC
2–0
Hamilton Academical FC
L
2021-01-02
Hamilton Academical FC
3–0
Motherwell FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.06
Hamilton Academical FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.42
Rangers FC xG
I would bet for:
Rangers FC or Draw 72% + Under 2.5 goals 55%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.48
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 1.5 | 71% |
|
29% |
| ± 2.5 | 45% |
|
55% |
| ± 3.5 | 24% |
|
76% |
| ± 4.5 | 11% |
|
89% |
Double Chance
Hamilton Academical FC or Draw
58%
Draw or Rangers FC
72%
Hamilton Academical FC or Rangers FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
0 – 1
10.8%
0 – 0
10.4%
1 – 2
8.6%
0 – 2
8.2%
1 – 0
7.8%
2 – 1
6.4%
2 – 2
4.7%
2 – 0
4.6%
1 – 3
4.1%
0 – 3
3.8%
2 – 3
2.3%
Asian Handicap — Hamilton Academical FC
| Handicap | Hamilton Academical FC covers | Push | Rangers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 3% | — | 97% |
| -2 | 3% | 7% | 89% |
| -1.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -1 | 11% | 16% | 73% |
| -0.5 | 27% | — | 73% |
| +0.5 | 56% | — | 44% |
| +1 | 56% | 22% | 22% |
| +1.5 | 78% | — | 22% |
| +2 | 78% | 13% | 8% |
| +2.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
Clean Sheet
Hamilton Academical FC keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Rangers FC keeps clean sheet
35%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.