Falkirk vs Hearts Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 13 Dec 2025
Premiership Betting Preview: Falkirk vs Hearts
Falkirk square off against Hearts at Falkirk Stadium, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Saturday 13 December.
The best plan of attack could be backing Under 2.5 when it comes to the Total Goals market for the clash between Falkirk and Hearts. We can land odds of -116 when it comes to this wager.
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Falkirk were beaten last game and this was on their travels at Easter Road. Hibernian claimed a 3-0 win. The Bairns had most of the ball enjoying 59% possession and four shots on target.
Hearts won their previous game by a 2-1 scoreline. It was on the road against Celtic at Celtic Park. Derek McInnes' side were restricted to just 28% possession and had three shots on goal, while Claudio Braga and Oisin McEntee found the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
These two sides previously met at Tynecastle Park, with Hearts landing the home victory. Defeating Falkirk by a 3-0 scoreline.
| Scottish Premiership | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Hearts |
16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 32 | 13 | 19 | 32:13 | 35 |
| 7 |  Falkirk |
16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 19 | 24 | -5 | 19:24 | 21 |
4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 11.1 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. Falkirk have had 46.8% possession and 4.7 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.2 goals from 12.6 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal, while earning 4.9 corners.
Top goalscorer Calvin Miller has found the net 3 times, Brian Graham 2, with Ethan Williams and two other players on 1. Leading assistor is Calvin Miller with 2.
Hearts have won 5, lost 1 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.7 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 13.8 attempts. The Edinburgh club have averaged 53.5% possession, 4.8 corners taken and 3.9 corners against, while conceding 0.7 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 8.5 attempts.
Claudio Braga and Lawrence Shankland top the team’s scoring charts on 4 goals, with Pierre Landry Kabore on 2. Harry Milne has managed to clock up 3 assists in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Falkirk predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Scott Bain (GK), Connor Allan, Filip Lissah, Liam Henderson, Leon McCann, Brad Spencer, Dylan Tait, Ethan Williams, Calvin Miller, Ethan Ross, Brian Graham.
Hearts predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Alexander Schwolow (GK), Stuart Findlay, Michael Steinwender, Craig Halkett, Oisin McEntee, Tómas Bent Magnússon, Cameron Devlin, Harry Milne, Claudio Braga, Alexandros Kyziridis, Lawrence Shankland.
Falkirk vs Hearts Prediction & Betting Tips
Your complete Falkirk vs Hearts betting guide is here, including our go-to match prediction, scoreline call, corners betting pick, standout prop selections and a customized bet builder.
Match Prediction
For those that agree with our view that this will be low-scoring, take the -116 when it comes to Under 2.5 Goals. We don’t think this Premiership encounter will be a goalfest.
The football tipsters at Sportsgambler.com regularly look at the injury situatuation along with the Premiership form guide. We have a wide range of stats at our disposal which means we can illustrate the key data to readers.
Key Falkirk vs Hearts league stats:
According to the top bookies, our pick has a 53.8% chance of landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
Bettors who are looking for more juice from their bet could consider a wager on Under 2.5 Goals along with a team to win. The Result & Total Goals market provides this particular option.
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Correct Score Prediction
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The teams can be backed at +450 to play out a 1-1 scoreline. It can be fun to have a wager on the correct score and there’s a big potential return if the bet wins.
Player Prop Picks
Lawrence Shankland (Hearts) has scored six goals in his past nine Premiership games away from home. When it comes to him scoring, we think that the +130 available is attractive when betting on the Anytime Goalscorer market.
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Corners Prediction
We’ve not seen the 10.5 Total Corners line covered in six straight Hearts matches. There’s a chance to go under the Total Corners line and we’re confident this will happen, with odds of -120 available.
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Bet Builder Tips
A same-game multi always adds excitement and the picks are no more than two goals in total, Falkirk on the Asian Handicap at +0.5 and also under 10.5 corners to be awarded.
We advise a bet builder as it can be a fun approach when betting on a football game. You can go through the available markets and cherry-pick the outcomes that you think will happen. The odds for each selection are then combined together.
Falkirk vs Hearts Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
The favourites have a 55% likelihood of success according to the bookies, with Hearts chalked up at -120 to land a win in this Premiership clash. Falkirk are the +310 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
If you’re feeling confident of a win for Hearts, the Asian Handicap -0.5 option is priced at -127. You might instead think that Falkirk +0.5 at -112 is more appealing and the draw is included here.
If you’re wagering on Total Goals, the market is far from clear over whether Unders or Overs happens. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -137 for the BTTS Yes option.
If you head to the best football betting sites, you can take your pick when it comes to Premiership matches. The hundreds of markets always ensure lots of choice.
Those interested in favourite Lawrence Shankland to find the net first can get +310, while the Anytime Goalscorer angle could hold more appeal and this is +130.
Falkirk League Stats
Hearts League Stats
- 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 1 defeat and 5 draws in the previous 8 home matches
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.25 conceded in the previous 8 home matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.75 goals per game in the previous 8 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 8 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 8 home matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.63 corners awarded and 3.63 corners against in the last 8 home matches
- An average of 9.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.25 corners awarded in the last 8 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 2 of the last 8 home matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 3.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 4.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 46.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.13% possession in the last 8 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 8 home matches
- An average of 53.50% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.50% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Falkirk this season are Brian Graham (3), Calvin Miller (3), Ross MacIver (3)
- Top Assistors for Falkirk this season are Calvin Miller (3), Ethan Williams (3), Brad Spencer (1)
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Falkirk vs Hearts Lineups & Team News
Be smart with your bets — check the Falkirk vs Hearts team news beforehand. We’ll provide the predicted and confirmed lineups for the Premiership along with up-to-date injury news.
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Hearts Predicted Lineup 3-4-2-1
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Hearts Predicted Lineup 3-4-2-1
Previous Falkirk Lineups
Previous Hearts Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Falkirk Player Stats & Squad
Manager: John McGlynn
Hearts Player Stats & Squad
Premiership Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hearts | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 32:13 | 35 |
| 2 | Celtic | 15 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 25:11 | 32 |
| 3 | Motherwell | 16 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 25:15 | 26 |
| 4 | Rangers | 15 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 22:13 | 26 |
| 5 | Hibernian | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 27:18 | 24 |
| 6 | Aberdeen | 15 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 16:16 | 21 |
| 7 | Falkirk | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 19:24 | 21 |
| 8 | Dundee United | 15 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 21:25 | 16 |
| 9 | St Mirren | 15 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 14:22 | 14 |
| 10 | Kilmarnock | 16 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 16:30 | 12 |
| 11 | Dundee FC | 16 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 13:29 | 12 |
| 12 | Livingston | 15 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 15:29 | 8 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 17:4 | 19 |
| 2 | Hearts | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 18:6 | 18 |
| 3 | Motherwell | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 13:5 | 15 |
| 4 | Hibernian | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 16:9 | 12 |
| 5 | Falkirk | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 12:10 | 11 |
| 6 | Rangers | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 8:7 | 10 |
| 7 | Dundee FC | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11:14 | 10 |
| 8 | Aberdeen | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 10:9 | 9 |
| 9 | St Mirren | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 6:8 | 9 |
| 10 | Dundee United | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 10:12 | 8 |
| 11 | Kilmarnock | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7:15 | 6 |
| 12 | Livingston | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8:10 | 4 |
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