St Johnstone vs Hearts Prediction, Lineups & Odds

We’re Predicting Jam Tarts to Cover the Line

Hearts might have the upper hand against St Johnstone and our wager involves betting them on the -0.25 Asian Handicap at 1.80. This gives us some insurance considering half the stake will be returned in the event of a draw.

9 Wins in Previous 10 H2H Games for Hearts

St Johnstone were beaten last game and this was on their travels at The BBSP Stadium, Rugby Park. Kilmarnock claimed a 3-1 win. Simo Valakari's team had three shots on target and boasted 61% possession, with Graham Carey scoring the goal.

Hearts were beaten 3-1 in their previous game, being turned over at home to Rangers at Tynecastle Park. The Jam Tarts had ten shots on goal and 53% possession, while Michael Steinwender found the net.

It has been eight consecutive victories for Hearts when playing St Johnstone. In their last encounter, hosts Hearts came out with a 2-1 win at Tynecastle Park. The previous 10 H2H meetings have involved nine Hearts triumphs and just one win for St Johnstone.

Scottish Premiership		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
7	Hearts	33	11	7	15	43	44	-1	43:44	40
12	St Johnstone	33	8	5	20	33	58	-25	33:58	29

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2 wins, 7 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.1 goals from 3.0 shots on goal and 8.8 attempts. St Johnstone have had 52.9% possession and 3.1 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 2.2 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 7.3 corners.

The three top scorers are Graham Carey, Bozo Mikulic and Mackenzie Kirk, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Nicky Clark is the top assists maker on 2.

Hearts have 5 victories, 3 defeats and 2 draws, averaging 5.6 shots on goal, 10.9 attempts and 1.7 goals. The Edinburgh side average 55.3% possession, 6.6 corners taken and 4.6 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 8.0 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal.

Elton Kabangu has scored 3 goals, followed by Blair Spittal, Musa Drammeh, James Penrice and James Wilson on 2. James Penrice has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 3.

Confirmed Lineups

St Johnstone confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Andrew Fisher (GK), Daniels Balodis, Bozo Mikulic, Barry Douglas, Sam Curtis, Sven Sprangler, Elliot Watt, Drey Wright, Graham Carey, Adama Sidibeh, Jonathan Svedberg.

Hearts confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Craig Gordon (GK), Adam Forrester, Michael Steinwender, Jamie McCart, James Penrice, Jorge Grant, Beni Baningime, Blair Spittal, Lawrence Shankland, Elton Kabangu, James Wilson.

Expert Scottish Premiership Analysis

We’re always monitoring the team news. Combined with the latest form, this helps us secure the best value. Our football experts also take a data-led approach, with the key numbers proving useful.

Key St Johnstone vs Hearts league stats:

• The -0.25 line has been covered by Hearts in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by St Johnstone in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by St Johnstone in 13 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by St Johnstone in 8 consecutive games against Hearts.

St Johnstone vs Hearts Prediction

It’s hard to pass up Hearts -0.25 at 1.80 on the Asian Handicap. A good return is on the cards if the visitors can win this Scottish Premiership clash and the information suggest there’s a good chance of this happening.

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Hearts -0.25 Probability

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 55.6% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

Our Pick

Hearts Asian Hcp -0.25 @ 1.80 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

St Johnstone 1 - 2 Hearts

Hearts are available at 8.00 to secure a 2-1 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.

Corners Prediction

Hearts Over 5.5 Corners 1.91

Hearts have had over 5.5 corners in two straight matches, while the last 10 St Johnstone games have seen them concede an average of 7.30 corners. The amount of Hearts corners could be bigger than the Team Corners line suggests and that leads us to a bet at odds of 1.91.

Corner Stats

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

St Johnstone

Total

10.40 3.10 7.30

Home

10.60 3.50 7.10

Away

9.50 2.40 7.10

Hearts

Total

11.20 6.60 4.60

Home

10.90 6.50 4.40

Away

10.40 5.60 4.80

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

1.83

Under 10.5

1.83

St Johnstone Corners

Over 4.5

1.83

Under 4.5

1.83

Hearts Corners

Over 5.5

1.80

Under 5.5

1.91

Most Corners

1

2.55

X

7.00

2

1.58

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St Johnstone vs Hearts Odds

Hearts are the 1.90 favourites and that means a 53% chance of winning this Scottish Premiership match according to the betting odds at the bookies. St Johnstone are the outsiders at 4.10 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The latest betting suggests it’s a close call between Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals. When it comes to the Both Teams to Score betting, the market make it a close call between BTTS Yes and No.

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Team Stats

Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date St Johnstone vs Hearts team news.

The Scottish Premiership squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

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