Motherwell FC vs Hamilton Academical FC, Premier League 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Motherwell FC vs Hamilton Academical FC — Premier League .
- Motherwell FC 33 games · 54 pts (2026/27)
- Hamilton Academical FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Nick Walsh
- Referee Graham Chambers
- Referee Gordon Crawford
- Referee Greg Aitken
7 games this season
🟨 0.0/game
⚽ 3.1 goals/game
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 33 | 70 |
| 2 | Rangers FC | 33 | 69 |
| 3 | Celtic FC | 33 | 67 |
| 4 | Motherwell FC | 33 | 54 |
| 5 | Hibernian FC | 33 | 51 |
| 6 | Falkirk FC | 33 | 46 |
| 7 | Dundee United FC | 33 | 40 |
| 8 | Aberdeen FC | 33 | 33 |
| 9 | Dundee FC | 33 | 33 |
| 10 | St. Mirren FC | 33 | 30 |
| 11 | Kilmarnock FC | 33 | 28 |
| 12 | Livingston FC | 33 | 16 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | Hamilton Academical FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 05 Aug | Hibernian FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 05 Nov | Shaftesbury FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | Motherwell FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 04 Aug | Heart of Midlothian FC | H | 1–4 | L |
Key Stats
45%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (11 games)
H2H (11 games)
55%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' And we are off! Motherwell FC vs Hamilton Academical FC — let the football do the talking.
- 5' Andy Rose has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 10' Hamilton Academical FC started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 10.
- 15' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Scott McMann made 106 appearances and scored 1 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 20' 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 Ziggy Gordon suffering a number of foals already.
- 24' The referee shows Motherwell FC player a Yellow card on 24.
- 29' Delphin Tshiembe is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Motherwell FC tonight.
- 34' The energy levels are beginning to show. Steve Robinson might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 39' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Motherwell FC and Hamilton Academical FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 44' It looks surprising Motherwell FC does not make any changes. Conor Sammon has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 49' The referee shows Hamilton Academical FC player a Yellow card on 49.
- 54' The 34-year-old Curtis Main has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 59' Both keepers have barely been tested. Motherwell FC and Hamilton Academical FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 63' The Motherwell FC bench stirs into life. Richard Tait is withdrawn and Elliott Frear gets his opportunity.
- 66' It’s a booking for Motherwell FC player. Peter Hartley gets a Yellow card.
- 66' Hamilton Academical FC ring the changes. Mikel Miller has done his job and it is now time for Ross Cunningham to step up.
- 67' Steven Boyd makes no mistake. The score reads 0-1 and Hamilton Academical FC are in front.
- 67' Sam Kelly makes way for Steven Boyd at the 67 minute mark. A tactical switch from Hamilton Academical FC.
- 72' It is a cagey affair so far. Motherwell FC in their trying to find a way past Hamilton Academical FC's compact .
- 75' The crowd applauds Alex Penny as he leaves the pitch. Delphin Tshiembe steps in for Hamilton Academical FC.
- 77' Fresh legs for Motherwell FC! Alex Gorrin comes on to replace Andy Rose.
- 82' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 85' A moment of madness from Darian MacKinnon on 85 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Hamilton Academical FC will be frustrated.
- 86' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Gary Woods.
- Hamilton Academical FC celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
Motherwell FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 5
- 9
- 6
- 19
- 1
- 4
-
2
Richard Tait ↓ Elliott Frear 63'
- 7
-
8
Allan Campbell ↓ Danny Johnson 63'
- 17
-
15
Andy Rose ↓ Alex Gorrin 77'
Bench
- 20
- 3
-
24
Danny Johnson ↑ 63'
- 34
-
11
Elliott Frear ↑ 63'
- 35
-
23
Alex Gorrin ↑ 77'
Coach
Steve Robinson
Hamilton Academical FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
17
Alex Penny ↓ Delphin Tshiembe 75'
-
26
Sam Kelly ↓ Steven Boyd 67'
- 2
- 1
- 21
- 3
- 18
- 9
-
11
Mikel Miller ↓ Ross Cunningham 66'
- 12
- 4
Bench
-
5
Delphin Tshiembe ↑ 75'
- 23
- 7
-
30
Steven Boyd ↑ 67'
- 16
- 6
-
14
Ross Cunningham ↑ 66'
Coach
Martin Canning
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| David Turnbull | 3 |
| Tom Aldred | 2 |
| Ross Callachan | 2 |
| Marios Ogkmpoe | 2 |
| Mark O'Hara | 2 |
| Chris Long | 2 |
| David Moyo | 2 |
| Hakeem Odoffin | 1 |
Head to Head
Motherwell FC Form
Hamilton Academical FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
0.65
Motherwell FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.05
Hamilton Academical FC xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 76% + Hamilton Academical FC or Draw 75%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Hamilton Academical FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 1.7
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 79% |
|
21% |
| ± 1.5 | 51% |
|
49% |
| ± 2.5 | 24% |
|
76% |
| ± 3.5 | 10% |
|
90% |
| ± 4.5 | 3% |
|
97% |
Double Chance
Motherwell FC or Draw
59%
Draw or Hamilton Academical FC
75%
Motherwell FC or Hamilton Academical FC
65%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 0
20.9%
0 – 1
Actual
1 – 1
13.4%
1 – 0
10.4%
0 – 2
9.5%
1 – 2
6.5%
2 – 1
3.9%
2 – 0
3.5%
0 – 3
3.3%
1 – 3
2.4%
2 – 2
2.3%
0 – 4
0.9%
Asian Handicap — Motherwell FC
| Handicap | Motherwell FC covers | Push | Hamilton Academical FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 1% | — | 99% |
| -2 | 1% | 5% | 94% |
| -1.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -1 | 6% | 15% | 80% |
| -0.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| +0.5 | 57% | — | 43% |
| +1 | 57% | 25% | 17% |
| +1.5 | 83% | — | 17% |
| +2 | 83% | 12% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
Motherwell FC keeps clean sheet
36%
✓
Hamilton Academical FC keeps clean sheet
53%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.