Hibernian FC vs Hamilton Academical FC, Premier League 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Hibernian FC vs Hamilton Academical FC — Premier League at Easter Road Stadium.
- Hibernian FC 2 games · 3 pts (2026/27)
- Hamilton Academical FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Dougie Potter
- Referee Bobby Madden
- Referee Paul O'Neill
- Referee Grant Irvine
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 2 | 6 |
| 2 | St. Mirren FC | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Motherwell FC | 2 | 4 |
| 4 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | Dundee FC | 2 | 3 |
| 6 | St. Johnstone FC | 2 | 3 |
| 7 | Hibernian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 8 | Aberdeen FC | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Rangers FC | 2 | 1 |
| 10 | Falkirk FC | 2 | 1 |
| 11 | Dundee United FC | 2 | 1 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 2 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Oct | Hamilton Academical FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 27 Sep | Celtic FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 20 Sep | Rangers FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 12 Sep | St. Mirren FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 30 Aug | Aberdeen FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 23 Aug | St. Johnstone FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Oct | Hibernian FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 26 Sep | Dundee United FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 19 Sep | Kilmarnock FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 12 Sep | Livingston FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 29 Aug | Rangers FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 22 Aug | Motherwell FC | A | 1–0 | W |
Key Stats
38%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
H2H (8 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Hibernian FC this season
Hibernian FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Hibernian FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/1
46-60
1/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' Hibernian FC have kicked off against Hamilton Academical FC. Both sides are eager to make an early statement.
- 5' Andrew Winter has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 0 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 10' It is a cagey affair so far. Hibernian FC in their trying to find a way past Hamilton Academical FC's compact .
- 15' A change in the Hamilton Academical FC ranks — Shaun Want exits the field as Kyle Munro enters on 15.
- 17' Hamilton Academical FC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 17.
- 19' GOAL! Kevin Nisbet scores on 19.
- 19' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Hakeem Odoffin.
- 24' 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.
- 29' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 34' Hibernian FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Hamilton Academical FC's shape.
- 35' Kevin Nisbet has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 35 minutes.
- 40' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 45' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 46' A change in the Hibernian FC ranks — Joe Newell exits the field as Melker Hallberg enters on 46.
- 51' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 55' Paul McGinn has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 55.
- 60' 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.
- 63' Paul Hanlon has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 63 minutes.
- 64' The crowd applauds Scott Martin as he leaves the pitch. Tunde Owolabi steps in for Hamilton Academical FC.
- 69' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Shaun Want suffering a number of foals already.
- 73' The supporters are chanting for Callum Smith. He replaces David Templeton on 73 minute.
- 75' Magnificent from Ross Callachan! That is 17 goals in 252 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 77' Another change for Hibernian FC made on 77 minute. Jamie Murphy leaves to be changed by Drey Wright.
- 82' Hamilton Academical FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 84' Goal! Ryan Porteous scores his 22 goal in 298 matches.
- 85' Time for substitution for Hibernian FC. Kevin Nisbet is replaced by Stephen Mallan.
- 90' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 90 minutes.
- Full Time. Hibernian FC beats Hamilton Academical FC
Lineups
Hibernian FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
-
11
Joe Newell ↓ Melker Hallberg 46'
- 10
- 13
- 6
- 16
- 4
- 1
- 5
-
18
Jamie Murphy ↓ Drey Wright 77'
-
15
Kevin Nisbet ↓ Stephen Mallan 85'
Bench
- 33
-
8
Drey Wright ↑ 77'
-
14
Stephen Mallan ↑ 85'
- 2
- 24
- 19
- 25
-
20
Melker Hallberg ↑ 46'
- 29
Coach
Jack Ross
Hamilton Academical FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
8
Scott Martin ↓ Tunde Owolabi 64'
- 7
-
10
David Templeton ↓ Callum Smith 73'
- 2
-
12
Shaun Want ↓ Kyle Munro 15'
- 3
- 34
- 27
-
19
Andrew Winter ↓ Marios Ogkmpoe 46'
- 6
- 22
Bench
-
9
Marios Ogkmpoe ↑ 46'
- 4
- 20
- 18
- 14
-
36
Tunde Owolabi ↑ 64'
-
32
Callum Smith ↑ 73'
-
21
Kyle Munro ↑ 15'
- 41
Coach
Brian Rice
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Kevin Nisbet | 3 |
| Martin Boyle | 3 |
| Stephen Mallan | 3 |
| Florian Kamberi | 2 |
| Paul Hanlon | 2 |
| Stephen Mallan | 2 |
| Christian Doidge | 2 |
| Matthew Kilgallon | 1 |
Head to Head
Hibernian FC Form
Hamilton Academical FC Form
2020-10-02
Hibernian FC
3–2
Hamilton Academical FC
L
2020-09-26
Hamilton Academical FC
1–1
Dundee United FC
D
2020-09-19
Kilmarnock FC
2–1
Hamilton Academical FC
L
2020-09-12
Livingston FC
1–2
Hamilton Academical FC
W
2020-08-29
Hamilton Academical FC
0–2
Rangers FC
L
2020-08-22
Motherwell FC
0–1
Hamilton Academical FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.61
Hibernian FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.22
Hamilton Academical FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Hibernian FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.83
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 77% |
|
23% |
| ± 2.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 3.5 | 32% |
|
68% |
| ± 4.5 | 16% |
|
84% |
Double Chance
Hibernian FC or Draw
75%
Draw or Hamilton Academical FC
50%
Hibernian FC or Hamilton Academical FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Hibernian FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.5%
2 – 1
9%
1 – 0
8.6%
0 – 0
7.8%
2 – 0
7.5%
1 – 2
6.8%
0 – 1
6.3%
2 – 2
5.5%
3 – 1
4.8%
0 – 2
4.3%
3 – 0
4%
3 – 2
Actual
Asian Handicap — Hibernian FC
| Handicap | Hibernian FC covers | Push | Hamilton Academical FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -2 | 10% | 14% | 76% |
| -1.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| -1 | 24% | 21% | 55% |
| -0.5 | 45% | — | 55% |
| +0.5 | 72% | — | 28% |
| +1 | 72% | 16% | 12% |
| +1.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
| +2 | 88% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Hibernian FC keeps clean sheet
30%
✓
Hamilton Academical FC keeps clean sheet
21%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.