Motherwell FC vs Hamilton Academical FC, Premier League 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Motherwell FC vs Hamilton Academical FC — Premier League at Fir Park.
- Motherwell FC 33 games · 54 pts (2026/27)
- Hamilton Academical FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Andrew Dallas
- Referee Paul O'Neill
- Referee Gavin Duncan
- Referee Andy McWilliam
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
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Mar | Hamilton Academical FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 02 Mar | Kilmarnock FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 24 Feb | Celtic FC | A | 1–4 | L |
| 17 Feb | Heart of Midlothian FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 06 Feb | St. Mirren FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 02 Feb | Livingston FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Mar | Motherwell FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 27 Feb | Aberdeen FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 24 Feb | Rangers FC | H | 0–5 | L |
| 16 Feb | Hibernian FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 06 Feb | St. Johnstone FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 02 Feb | Dundee FC | H | 1–1 | D |
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.
- 3' Brilliant from the ! David Turnbull makes it 1-0 with a superb finish on 3.
- 8' Motherwell FC is showing some good football. However, Motherwell FC are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 11' David Turnbull doubles the advantage! 2-0 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 16' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 16 minutes.
- 21' Hamilton Academical FC come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 26' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 31' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 36' A quiet spell here at Fir Park. Motherwell FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 37' Jake Hastie makes no mistake. The score reads 3-0 and Motherwell FC are in front.
- 38' A meaty challenge results in booking for Alexandros Gogic on 38.
- 43' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 46' Alexandros Gogic makes way for James Keatings at the 46 minute mark. A tactical switch from Hamilton Academical FC.
- 51' Hamilton Academical FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 54' A moment of madness from Alex Gorrin on 54 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Motherwell FC will be frustrated.
- 56' The referee has no hesitation. James Keatings is booked for Hamilton Academical FC — Yellow card on 56.
- 61' The referee calls foul for Lennard Sowah. He receives a Yellow card.
- 66' The crowd applauds Jake Hastie as he leaves the pitch. Elliott Frear steps in for Motherwell FC.
- 68' The Motherwell FC bench stirs into life. Alex Gorrin is withdrawn and Carl McHugh gets his opportunity.
- 73' Motherwell FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Hamilton Academical FC's shape.
- 74' The supporters are chanting for Danny Johnson. He replaces Curtis Main on 74 minute.
- 79' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 82' Fresh legs for Hamilton Academical FC! Steven Boyd comes on to replace Mikel Miller.
- 87' The 31-year-old Gboly Ariyibi has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 90' A meaty challenge results in booking for Danny Johnson on 90.
- It finishes all square. Motherwell FC and Hamilton Academical FC share the spoils 3-0.
Lineups
Motherwell FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 12
- 20
- 5
-
9
Curtis Main ↓ Danny Johnson 74'
- 2
- 18
- 14
- 8
- 28
-
23
Alex Gorrin ↓ Carl McHugh 68'
-
32
Jake Hastie ↓ Elliott Frear 66'
Bench
- 6
- 22
-
24
Danny Johnson ↑ 74'
-
4
Carl McHugh ↑ 68'
-
11
Elliott Frear ↑ 66'
- 35
- 13
Coach
Steve Robinson
Hamilton Academical FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 25
- 22
- 6
- 5
- 1
- 13
- 18
-
11
Mikel Miller ↓ Steven Boyd 82'
- 46
- 4
- 9
Bench
- 17
- 2
-
30
Steven Boyd ↑ 82'
-
10
James Keatings ↑ 46'
- 20
- 16
- 33
Coach
Brian Rice
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| David Turnbull | 3 |
| Chris Long | 2 |
| David Moyo | 2 |
| Tom Aldred | 2 |
| Ross Callachan | 2 |
| Marios Ogkmpoe | 2 |
| Mark O'Hara | 2 |
| Peter Hartley | 1 |
Head to Head
Motherwell FC Form
Hamilton Academical FC Form
2019-03-09
Motherwell FC
3–0
Hamilton Academical FC
L
2019-02-27
Aberdeen FC
0–2
Hamilton Academical FC
W
2019-02-24
Hamilton Academical FC
0–5
Rangers FC
L
2019-02-16
Hibernian FC
2–0
Hamilton Academical FC
L
2019-02-06
Hamilton Academical FC
2–1
St. Johnstone FC
W
2019-02-02
Hamilton Academical FC
1–1
Dundee FC
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.69
Motherwell FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.82
Hamilton Academical FC xG
I would bet for:
Motherwell FC to win 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Motherwell FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.51
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 1.5 | 71% |
|
29% |
| ± 2.5 | 45% |
|
55% |
| ± 3.5 | 25% |
|
75% |
| ± 4.5 | 12% |
|
88% |
Double Chance
Motherwell FC or Draw
82%
Draw or Hamilton Academical FC
43%
Motherwell FC or Hamilton Academical FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Motherwell FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 0
12.9%
1 – 1
12.1%
2 – 0
11.3%
0 – 0
10.1%
2 – 1
9.2%
3 – 0
Actual
0 – 1
5.7%
3 – 1
5.2%
1 – 2
4.4%
2 – 2
3.8%
4 – 0
2.6%
0 – 2
2.6%
Asian Handicap — Motherwell FC
| Handicap | Motherwell FC covers | Push | Hamilton Academical FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 14% | — | 86% |
| -2 | 14% | 18% | 68% |
| -1.5 | 32% | — | 68% |
| -1 | 32% | 25% | 44% |
| -0.5 | 56% | — | 44% |
| +0.5 | 83% | — | 17% |
| +1 | 83% | 11% | 5% |
| +1.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
| +2 | 95% | 4% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Motherwell FC keeps clean sheet
45%
✗
Hamilton Academical FC keeps clean sheet
19%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.