Ross County vs Hearts Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 29 Dec 2024

Jam Tarts Primed to Win This Clash

Hearts look like an appealing wager at -111 and we expect them to defeat Ross County. We’ll place this Full-Time Result bet feeling confident and there’s plenty of value in the available odds.

Last H2H Clash Ended 1-1

Ross County have been handed two home defeats in a row. In their last game, they beat Dundee FC on the road by a 3-0 scoreline at Scot Foam Stadium at Dens Park. Don Cowie's team had just 34% possession and recorded seven shots on target, while Noah Chilvers, Joshua Nisbet and Jordan White scored one goal apiece.

Hearts have lost in back-to-back road appearances, while their previous game was a 2-1 home loss against Hibernian at Tynecastle Park. The Jam Tarts racked up five shots on goal and enjoyed 67% possession, with Rocky Bushiri (own goal) on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Ross County boast an unbeaten record in the past three matches against Hearts, with the last encounter ending 1-1 at Tynecastle Park. The past 10 H2H games have featured five triumphs for Hearts, one for Ross County along with four draws.

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 7.4 attempts and 2.7 shots on goal. Ross County have had 41.0% possession and 6.1 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.8 goals from 9.8 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 6.7 corners.

Joshua Nisbet and Jordan White are the top scorers with 2 goals each, while Noah Chilvers has 1. Jack Grieves and Noah Chilvers have been top assistors with 1.

Hearts have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, with an average of 1.1 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 9.3 attempts. Neil Critchley's side have averaged 49.2% possession, 6.5 corners awarded and 3.9 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.4 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 8.6 attempts.

Lawrence Shankland has scored 2 goals, followed by James Penrice, Blair Spittal, Musa Drammeh and Kenneth Vargas on 1. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Adam Forrester, James Penrice and Kenneth Vargas who have all made 1.

Confirmed Lineups

Ross County confirmed lineup (3-5-1-1): Jordan Amissah (GK), Akil Wright, Kacper Lopata, Ryan Leak, Michee Efete, Jack Grieves, Connor Randall, Noah Chilvers, George Harmon, Joshua Nisbet, Ronan Hale.

Hearts confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Craig Gordon (GK), Adam Forrester, Daniel Oyegoke, Kye Rowles, James Penrice, Jorge Grant, Beni Baningime, Musa Drammeh, Liam Boyce, Blair Spittal, James Wilson.

Ross County vs Hearts Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re of the opinion that Hearts are really good betting value at odds of -111 when it comes to this Premiership clash. The price appeals and we’re bullish of landing a return here.

The football experts at Sportsgambler.com are aware of injuries that could affect the outcome along with the form guide. We also leave no stone unturned when it comes to presenting the latest stats.

Key Ross County vs Hearts league stats:

• Ross County have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Ross County have lost their last 2 games at home.

Hearts to Win Probability

The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 52.6% prospect of winning. However, our experts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Ross County 0 - 1 Hearts

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Ross County vs Hearts Odds

The bookies betting odds have Hearts as +125 favourites for this Scottish Premiership clash, implying that they are 44% likely to win the match. For those wanting to back Ross County, you will find +215 about this outsider.

The Under 2.5 / Over 2.5 Goals betting market has the two outcomes at a similar price.

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Full-Time Result

1

+215

X

+220

2

+125

Half-Time Result

1

+255

X

+115

2

+180

Double Chance

1X

-167

12

-303

X2

-294

Draw No Bet

1

+123

2

-159

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-123

2 Hcp -0.25

-106

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-139

Over 2.5

+105

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-128

No

-109

Ross County vs Hearts Lineups & Team News

Our Ross County vs Hearts team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

The Premiership squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

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