Motherwell FC vs Hibernian FC, Premier League 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Motherwell FC vs Hibernian FC — Premier League at Fir Park.
- Motherwell FC 33 games · 54 pts (2026/27)
- Hibernian FC 33 games · 51 pts (2026/27)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | Hibernian FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 16 May | Ross County FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 12 May | Dundee United FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 01 May | Kilmarnock FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 21 Apr | Hamilton Academical FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 10 Apr | St. Mirren FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | Motherwell FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 15 May | Celtic FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 12 May | Aberdeen FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 01 May | St. Johnstone FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 21 Apr | Livingston FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 11 Apr | Rangers FC | A | 1–2 | L |
Season Stats
| Motherwell FC | Hibernian FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #4 | Position | #5 |
| 54 | Points | 51 |
| 33 | Played | 33 |
| 14 / 12 / 7 | W / D / L | 13 / 12 / 8 |
| 52 | Scored | 51 |
| 29 | Conceded | 37 |
| +23 | GD | +14 |
| 1.64 | PPG | 1.55 |
| 42% | Win % | 39% |
Key Stats
42%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (24 games)
H2H (24 games)
54%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Motherwell FC are 4th (54 pts). Hibernian FC are 5th (51 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The game is set. Motherwell FC kicks off things out of here…
- 5' A quiet spell here at Fir Park. Motherwell FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 10' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 12' Magnificent from Kevin van Veen! That is 37 goals in 191 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 13' What a strike from Kevin van Veen! The score is 2-0.
- 17' What a moment for Kyle Magennis! That strike on 17 puts his side firmly in control.
- 22' A meaty challenge results in booking for Jake Carroll on 22.
- 27' It is a cagey affair so far. Motherwell FC in their trying to find a way past Hibernian FC's compact .
- 29' Against the run of play, Barry Maguire has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 31' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Callum Slattery.
- 36' 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 Stephen O'Donnell suffering a number of foals already.
- 41' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 46' The home supporters are growing impatient. Motherwell FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 48' Paul Hanlon is having his name booked by the referee on 48.
- 53' With 0 assists to his name this season, Martin Boyle is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Hibernian FC.
- 54' The Hibernian FC manager makes a substitution. Alexandros Gogic departs to be replaced by Christian Doidge.
- 55' Kevin van Veen was booked on 55.
- 57' Christian Doidge does the damage! The net is bulging and Hibernian FC surge ahead!
- 60' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Lewis Stevenson.
- 65' Jamie Murphy makes way for Jake Doyle-Hayes at the 65 minute mark. A tactical switch from Hibernian FC.
- 69' Motherwell FC player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 70' GOAL! Martin Boyle scores on 70.
- 70' The referee shows Motherwell FC player a Yellow card on 70.
- 75' Motherwell FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 76' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Ryan Porteous.
- 81' The energy levels are beginning to show. Jack Ross might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 84' Hibernian FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Josh Campbell is hanging Kyle Magennis on the field on 84 minute.
- 89' Motherwell FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- The points are shared — Motherwell FC 2-3 Hibernian FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Motherwell FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
-
7
Kaiyne Woolery ↓ Steven Lawless 84'
- 3
- 5
- 32
- 2
- 22
- 6
- 1
- 4
- 16
Bench
- 19
-
11
Steven Lawless ↑ 84'
- –
- 20
- 12
- 15
Coach
Graham Alexander
Hibernian FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 11
- 1
- 10
- 13
- 6
-
7
Kyle Magennis ↓ Josh Campbell 84'
- 16
- 4
- 5
-
18
Jamie Murphy ↓ Jake Doyle-Hayes 65'
- 15
Bench
-
22
Jake Doyle-Hayes ↑ 65'
-
9
Christian Doidge ↑ 54'
- 23
- 24
- 21
-
32
Josh Campbell ↑ 84'
- 17
Coach
Jack Ross
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Martin Boyle | 7 |
| Kevin Nisbet | 5 |
| Kevin van Veen | 4 |
| Christian Doidge | 3 |
| Junior Hoilett | 2 |
| Ryan Porteous | 2 |
| Elie Youan | 2 |
| Bevis Mugabi | 2 |
Head to Head
Motherwell FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.36
Motherwell FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.28
Hibernian FC xG
I would bet for:
Motherwell FC or Hibernian FC 71%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Hibernian FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.64
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 1.5 | 74% |
|
26% |
| ± 2.5 | 49% |
|
51% |
| ± 3.5 | 28% |
|
72% |
| ± 4.5 | 13% |
|
87% |
Double Chance
Motherwell FC or Draw
66%
Draw or Hibernian FC
63%
Motherwell FC or Hibernian FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Motherwell FC win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 2–3 not predicted2 – 3Actual
1 – 1
13.4%
0 – 0
9.1%
1 – 0
8.7%
2 – 1
8.2%
0 – 1
8.1%
1 – 2
7.6%
2 – 0
6.5%
0 – 2
5.7%
2 – 2
5.3%
3 – 1
3.7%
1 – 3
3.3%
3 – 0
2.9%
Asian Handicap — Motherwell FC
| Handicap | Motherwell FC covers | Push | Hibernian FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 11% | 82% |
| -1.5 | 18% | — | 82% |
| -1 | 18% | 20% | 62% |
| -0.5 | 38% | — | 62% |
| +0.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| +1 | 67% | 18% | 15% |
| +1.5 | 85% | — | 15% |
| +2 | 85% | 10% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
Motherwell FC keeps clean sheet
29%
✓
Hibernian FC keeps clean sheet
26%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.