Hibernian vs Falkirk Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 17 Oct 2026
Hibernian vs Falkirk Predictions
We’re feeling confident when it comes to Falkirk on the Asian Handicap with a +0.5 goal handicap. The visitors can either land a win or draw against Hibernian, with this wager looking like a value play at +110.
Scroll down to view our Hibernian vs Falkirk betting preview, where we break down our main match prediction in full, followed by our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Hibernian vs Falkirk Preview
Hibernian clash with Falkirk at Easter Road, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 17 October.
Hibernian were beaten in their last game. On their travels, they suffered a 1-0 loss against Dundee United at Tannadice Park. The Edinburgh club had most of the ball recording 55% possession and four shots on target.
Falkirk were beaten in their previous game, losing 2-1 at home to Dundee FC at Falkirk Stadium. John McGlynn's team recorded 55% possession and had five shots on goal, while Jacob Murrell was on the scoresheet.
H2H: Hibs 3-1 Winners in Last Head-to-Head Battle
Hibs won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 3-1 away victory was recorded against Falkirk at Falkirk Stadium. In the previous 4 H2H matches, we have seen two Hibs triumphs, one Falkirk win and one draw.
| Scottish Premiership | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 |  Hibernian |
8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 12 | -4 | 8:12 | 7 |
| 11 |  Falkirk |
8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 7:11 | 6 |
3 wins, 6 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.0 goals from 14.5 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal. Hibs have had 48.2% possession and 6.6 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.4 goals from 14.0 attempts and 5.6 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 5.8 corners.
Top goalscorer Martin Boyle has found the net 4 times, Callum Wright 2, with Nathan Lowe and two other players on 1. The leading assistor is Felix Passlack with 2.
Falkirk have 1 victory, 6 defeats and 3 draws, averaging 9.6 attempts, 2.9 shots on goal and 0.9 goals. The Bairns average 47.1% possession, 4.4 corners in their favour and 5.6 corners against, while 1.9 goals have been conceded from 5.4 shots on goal and 13.4 attempts.
Jacob Murrell is top of the team’s scoring charts with 2, while Ethan Ross, Ben Krauhaus, Owen Eames and Calvin Miller have 1. Ryan Strain has been the top assist maker with 3 in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Hibernian predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Raphael Sallinger (GK), Felix Passlack, Marko Ivezic, Jason Kerr, Jack Iredale, Miguel Chaiwa, Josh Mulligan, Owen Elding, Callum Wright, Thibault Klidje, Ante Suto.
Falkirk predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Scott Bain (GK), Ryan Strain, Leon McCann, Liam Henderson, Lewis Neilson, Brad Spencer, Finley Barbrook, Ethan Ross, Ben Krauhaus, Owen Eames, Jacob Murrell.
Main Match Prediction
We’re optimistic when it comes to our bet on Falkirk +0.5 at odds of +110. The visitors should be able to swerve a loss in this Premiership match and this wager has the numbers to back up our verdict.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
The Sportsgambler.com football experts keep abreast of the latest Premiership team news and form guide considering they could have a bearing on the outcome. It’s also important for our readers to have access to stats.
The best betting sites make it a 47.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our experts have this number between 50-55% based on their in-depth research. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Correct Score Prediction
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The game ending in a 1-1 draw is available at odds of +540. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.
Player Prop Picks
Ethan Ross (Falkirk) can be backed to record one or more shots on goal at +130. The odds look attractive based on the evidence and we’ll take a chance on him on the Shots on Target market.
Callum Wright (Hibernian) has managed two goals in his past seven Premiership games. There are odds of +330 on offer for this Anytime Goalscorer bet and we think this is an attractive wager for the player to be on the scoresheet.
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Corners Prediction
It’s been ten straight Hibernian home games where the 10.5 Total Corners line has been covered, while we’ve seen an average of 12.20 corners in the previous five Falkirk matches. The Total Corners line could be on the low side based on the stats and -120 is available to back.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve got a same-game multi with three options: Falkirk with the +0.5 Asian Handicap, Yes on the Both Teams to Score market accompanied by over 10.5 corners to be awarded.
We advise a bet builder as it can be a fun approach when betting on a football game. If a bettor has all predictions correct, it’s possible to land a nice pay out from a relatively small amount of money.
Hibernian vs Falkirk Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Hibernian are the skinniest price to succeed in this Premiership clash, with the favourites afforded a 60% probability based on their -149 betting odds with the bookies. Falkirk are the outsiders at +340 which suggests a lower likelihood of winning.
You can take advantage of the Half-Time Result market if you think a team will lead at the break. There's the chance to back Hibs at +112, go for Falkirk at +335 or take the draw at +133.
The Over 2.5 pick is trading as the favourite when it comes to betting on Total Goals. BTTS Yes is available at -172 for anyone expecting Both Teams to Score.
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Nathan Lowe is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +460. Alternatively, there’s the chance to back him to find the net at any stage at +160.
Stats: Last 10 Scottish Premiership matches only.
Hibernian have not won at Easter Road in the past seven matches. The Edinburgh club have finished with six defeats, two wins and two draws in the past 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.20.
Falkirk have not triumphed in six straight away matches. John McGlynn's team have managed four draws, four losses and two victories in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.50.
When the sides last met at Easter Road, Hibs beat Falkirk 3-0.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hibernian Home Stats |
2-2-6 | 2.20 | 1.00 | 1.20 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Falkirk Away Stats |
2-4-4 | 2.50 | 1.00 | 1.50 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 3 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Hibernian League Stats
Falkirk League Stats
- 3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.60 corners awarded and 5.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.50 corners awarded and 7.10 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 12.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 13.60 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 48.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.00% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 47.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 46.30% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Hibernian this season are Martin Boyle (3), Callum Wright (2), Adam Mayor (1)
- Top Assistors for Hibernian this season are Felix Passlack (1), Grant Hanley (1), Josh Mulligan (1)
Hibernian vs Falkirk Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Hibs vs Falkirk team news before placing your bets. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed Premiership lineups and the latest injury reports.
Hibernian Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Hibernian Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Hibernian Lineups
Previous Falkirk Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Hibernian Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Marink Reedijk
Falkirk Player Stats & Squad
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 16:4 | 21 |
| 2 | Rangers | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 11:5 | 19 |
| 3 | Hearts | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 19:8 | 16 |
| 4 | Dundee FC | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11:8 | 13 |
| 5 | St Johnstone | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 10:10 | 11 |
| 6 | Dundee United | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 10:11 | 11 |
| 7 | St Mirren | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 8:14 | 10 |
| 8 | Aberdeen | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7:9 | 8 |
| 9 | Motherwell | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 9:13 | 8 |
| 10 | Hibernian | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8:12 | 7 |
| 11 | Falkirk | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7:11 | 6 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7:18 | 5 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hearts | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 13:2 | 12 |
| 2 | Celtic | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6:2 | 9 |
| 3 | Rangers | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6:3 | 9 |
| 4 | Dundee FC | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:4 | 7 |
| 5 | St Johnstone | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7:6 | 7 |
| 6 | Dundee United | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 5 |
| 7 | Aberdeen | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 8 | St Mirren | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:8 | 4 |
| 9 | Motherwell | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3:6 | 4 |
| 10 | Falkirk | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4:7 | 3 |
| 11 | Hibernian | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3:7 | 1 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2:11 | 1 |
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