Motherwell vs Falkirk Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 Aug 2026
Motherwell vs Falkirk Predictions
There are several reasons to back Motherwell on the Full-Time Result betting market, especially at value odds of -112. We think that the favourites will prove too strong for Falkirk.
Continue below for our full Motherwell vs Falkirk betting breakdown, where you can read the complete analysis of our main match prediction, as well as our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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Motherwell host Falkirk at Fir Park, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Sunday 9 August.
Motherwell got the win in their last game. A 2-1 victory occurred on the road at Easter Road when meeting Hibernian. The Well recorded five shots on target and had 52% possession, while Lukas Fadinger and Ibrahim Said scored one goal apiece.
Falkirk lost their previous game, being beaten at home to St Mirren 2-0 at Falkirk Stadium. John McGlynn's side had one shot on goal and enjoyed 59% possession.
Falkirk Won When They Last Played Motherwell
Falkirk have claimed victories in the last two encounters against Motherwell. There was a 1-0 home win at Falkirk Stadium after triumphing 3-2 away at Fir Park. We’ve seen Falkirk claim three wins in the past 4 H2H games, with one draw also taking place.
| Scottish Premiership | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |  Motherwell |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 12 |  Falkirk |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0:2 | 0 |
3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 10.3 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. Motherwell have had 53.2% possession and 3.3 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.7 goals from 11.8 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.6 corners.
Top scorers are Lukas Fadinger and Emmanuel Longelo on 3 goals, while Elliot Watt has racked up 2. Leading assistor is Stephen O'Donnell with 2.
Falkirk have 2 victories, 7 defeats and 1 draw, averaging 2.7 shots on goal, 9.2 attempts and 1.3 goals. The Bairns average 51.4% possession, 4.8 corners taken and 4.4 corners against them, while 2.7 goals have been conceded from 12.0 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal.
We’ve seen Calvin Miller, Ben Broggio and Barney Stewart score 3 goals each. Calvin Miller has been the top assist maker with 2 in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Motherwell predicted lineup (4-4-2): Alex Paulsen (GK), Tom Sparrow, Jake Girdwood-Reich, Martin Moormann, Dylan Williams, Willy Vogt, Oscar Priestman, Lukas Fadinger, Emmanuel Longelo, Ibrahim Said, Regan Charles-Cook.
Falkirk predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Scott Bain (GK), Ryan Strain, Deniss Melniks, Liam Henderson, Scott Tanser, Jack McMillan, Craig Sibbald, Joe Gardner, Finn Yeats, Ethan Laidlaw, Ross MacIver.
Main Match Prediction
It could be beneficial to back Motherwell for this Premiership clash. There’s loads of value in the -112 that the home team get the job done and we think a victory could be on the cards.
The football recommendations are only made once we have established the latest team news. It’s also important to study the form and investigate the most relevant Premiership stats to get the full picture.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 52.9% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.
Those looking for tastier odds about a win for Motherwell can take a look at the Match Result & Total market. You can combine your match winner pick with an Under / Over goals prediction for more juice.
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Correct Score Prediction
2
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1
Falkirk
A potentially entertaining bet is going for Motherwell to win by a 2-1 scoreline. At odds of +575, there’s the chance to get a handsome return should this wager win.
Player Prop Picks
Tom Sparrow (Motherwell) can be wagered at +240 to record at least one shot on goal. It’s all about backing him at attractive odds when it comes to the Shots on Target market.
Emmanuel Longelo (Motherwell) has racked up three goals in his past nine Premiership matches. We’ll take a chance at +550 for this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds look really appealing.
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Corners Prediction
The 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in eight consecutive Motherwell home games, with the last five Falkirk matches averaging 8.60 corners. There is juice when it comes to going under the Total Corners line and this is priced at -147.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you’re up for a bet builder, then we’ve got Motherwell to come out on top, BTTS Yes merged with Tom Sparrow (Motherwell) to end up with one or more shots on target.
Should you want to back different outcomes for the same football game, then a bet builder will suit your needs. 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.
Motherwell 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.
Motherwell are available at -112 to come away with a triumph in this Premiership clash, meaning a 53% likelihood of winning according to the published betting odds. If you want to wager on the underdog, Falkirk have been priced up at +265.
Motherwell are -114 on the Asian Handicap -0.5 which is like backing them on the Full-Time Result market. Alternatively, you can get -115 for Falkirk +0.5 and get the draw on your side.
The odds suggest that Over 2.5 Goals is a strong probability in this exciting contest. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -159.
You can find hundreds of markets for every Premiership game, with the best betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your football bets.
Those interested in favourite Tawanda Maswanhise to find the net first are able to get +340. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is +120.
Stats: Scottish Premiership matches only
Motherwell haven’t tasted victory at Fir Park in the previous four matches. The Well have five wins, three draws and two losses in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.80 goals per match and conceding 0.80.
Falkirk have recorded five defeats, four victories and one draw in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.40.
Falkirk won 3-2 when they last played Motherwell at Fir Park.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motherwell Home Stats |
5-3-2 | 2.60 | 1.80 | 0.80 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 6 | |
| Falkirk Away Stats |
4-1-5 | 2.40 | 1.00 | 1.40 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | |
- 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
- Conference League Qualification: 06/08 HJK Helsinki 1 Motherwell1
- Premiership: 02/08 Hibernian 1 Motherwell2
- Conference League Qualification: 30/07 HB Torshavn 0 Motherwell3
- Conference League Qualification: 23/07 Motherwell 2 HB Torshavn0
- Premiership Championship Group: 16/05 Hibernian 0 Motherwell1
Motherwell League Stats
Falkirk League Stats
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 2.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.30 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.70 corners awarded and 3.10 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 7.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 4.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 53.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 56.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 51.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.00% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
Motherwell vs Falkirk Lineups & Team News
Be smart with your bets — check the Motherwell vs Falkirk team news beforehand. We’ll deliver the predicted and confirmed Premiership lineups as well as the most recent injury news.
Motherwell Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Motherwell Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Motherwell Lineups
Previous Falkirk Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Motherwell Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Alfred Johansson
Falkirk Player Stats & Squad
Premiership Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mirren | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 2 | St Johnstone | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 3 |
| 3 | Aberdeen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 4 | Motherwell | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 5 | Celtic | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 6 | Dundee United | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 7 | Rangers | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 8 | Kilmarnock | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | 0 |
| 9 | Hearts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 10 | Hibernian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 11 | Dundee FC | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 12 | Falkirk | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Johnstone | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 3 |
| 2 | Aberdeen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 3 | Celtic | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 4 | Dundee United | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 5 | St Mirren | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 6 | Motherwell | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 7 | Rangers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 8 | Kilmarnock | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 9 | Hearts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 10 | Dundee FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 11 | Hibernian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 12 | Falkirk | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
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