Motherwell FC vs Hibernian FC, Premier League 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Motherwell FC vs Hibernian FC — Premier League at Fir Park.
- Motherwell FC 2 games · 4 pts (2026/27)
- Hibernian FC 2 games · 3 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Barry Cook
- Referee Bobby Madden
- Referee Graeme Leslie
- Referee Andy McWilliam
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jan | Hibernian FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 29 Dec | Hamilton Academical FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Kilmarnock FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 22 Dec | St. Mirren FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 19 Dec | Celtic FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 15 Dec | St. Johnstone FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jan | Motherwell FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 29 Dec | Heart of Midlothian FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 26 Dec | Rangers FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 22 Dec | Livingston FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 19 Dec | Rangers FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 16 Dec | Celtic FC | H | 2–0 | W |
Season Stats
| Motherwell FC | Hibernian FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #3 | Position | #7 |
| 4 | Points | 3 |
| 2 | Played | 2 |
| 1 / 1 / 0 | W / D / L | 1 / 0 / 1 |
| 2 | Scored | 3 |
| 1 | Conceded | 3 |
| +1 | GD | +0 |
| 2.00 | PPG | 1.50 |
| 50% | Win % | 50% |
Key Stats
44%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (25 games)
H2H (25 games)
56%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
50%
Clean Sheets
Motherwell FC this season
Motherwell FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Hibernian FC this season
Hibernian FC this season
Motherwell FC are 3rd (4 pts). Hibernian FC are 7th (3 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Motherwell FC
0-15
–/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
1/–
46-60
–/1
61-75
–/–
76+
1/–
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Hibernian FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/1
46-60
1/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' Packed stands, loud atmosphere — Motherwell FC and Hibernian FC get this one started.
- 5' 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.
- 10' Sean Mackie has been relatively quiet despite scoring 0 goals in his last 298 appearances.
- 15' David Turnbull has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 20' The 30-year-old Stephen Mallan has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 25' Motherwell FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 28' Hibernian FC make a change. Ryan Porteous trudges off to be replaced by Sean Mackie on 28 minutes.
- 33' Stephane Omeonga, a Belgium , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 38' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 42' Hibernian FC player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 43' Motherwell FC is taking the lead after the goal scored by David Turnbull on 43.
- 46' Vykintas Slivka gets the nod from Hibernian FC. He replaces Stephane Omeonga and will look to change the dynamic.
- 49' The referee calls foul for Alex Gorrin. He receives a Yellow card.
- 54' The travelling Hibernian FC supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 58' Poor challenge from Sean Mackie. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 63' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 64' Motherwell FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Ross McCormack is hanging Gboly Ariyibi on the field on 64 minute.
- 69' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Hibernian FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 74' Spain international Alex Gorrin has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 76' It is a substitution in Motherwell FC team. Curtis Main is replaced by Conor Sammon on 76 minute.
- 80' Time for substitution for Hibernian FC. Marvyn Bartley is replaced by Oliver Shaw.
- 85' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Hibernian FC that had 298 games and scored 389 goals.
- 88' Gael Bigirimana is ready to make an impact after coming on for Jake Hastie at the 88 minute mark.
- Hope, you loved the show. Another epic battle is over with the score 1-0.
Lineups
Motherwell FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
12
Gboly Ariyibi ↓ Ross McCormack 64'
- 20
- 5
-
9
Curtis Main ↓ Conor Sammon 76'
- 2
- 18
- 14
- 8
- 28
- 23
-
32
Jake Hastie ↓ Gael Bigirimana 88'
Bench
-
44
Ross McCormack ↑ 64'
- 6
- 24
-
19
Conor Sammon ↑ 76'
- 4
-
17
Gael Bigirimana ↑ 88'
- 13
Coach
Steve Robinson
Hibernian FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 40
- 14
- 7
- 22
- 3
- 4
-
6
Marvin Bartley ↓ Oliver Shaw 80'
- 1
-
36
Ryan Porteous ↓ Sean Mackie 28'
- 24
- 13
Bench
- 18
-
8
Vykintas Slivka ↑ 46'
- 33
- 2
-
43
Sean Mackie ↑ 28'
-
32
Oliver Shaw ↑ 80'
- 41
Coach
Neil Lennon
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Martin Boyle | 8 |
| Kevin Nisbet | 5 |
| Kevin van Veen | 4 |
| Christian Doidge | 3 |
| Lukas Fadinger | 2 |
| Ryan Porteous | 2 |
| Elie Youan | 2 |
| Bevis Mugabi | 2 |
Motherwell FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
0.94
Motherwell FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.71
Hibernian FC xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 77% + Motherwell FC or Draw 76%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Motherwell FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 1.65
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 1.5 | 50% |
|
50% |
| ± 2.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
| ± 3.5 | 9% |
|
91% |
| ± 4.5 | 3% |
|
97% |
Double Chance
Motherwell FC or Draw
76%
Draw or Hibernian FC
58%
Motherwell FC or Hibernian FC
66%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Motherwell FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 0
21.8%
1 – 0
Actual
1 – 1
13.8%
0 – 1
12.2%
2 – 0
7.9%
2 – 1
6%
0 – 2
4.5%
1 – 2
4.5%
3 – 0
2.4%
2 – 2
2.3%
3 – 1
1.9%
1 – 3
1.1%
Asian Handicap — Motherwell FC
| Handicap | Motherwell FC covers | Push | Hibernian FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 10% | 86% |
| -1.5 | 14% | — | 86% |
| -1 | 14% | 23% | 63% |
| -0.5 | 37% | — | 63% |
| +0.5 | 75% | — | 25% |
| +1 | 75% | 17% | 7% |
| +1.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
| +2 | 93% | 6% | 2% |
| +2.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
Clean Sheet
Motherwell FC keeps clean sheet
49%
✗
Hibernian FC keeps clean sheet
40%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.