Motherwell vs Heart Of Midlothian: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Motherwell vs Heart of Midlothian in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: Motherwell vs Heart of Midlothian

• Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 GMT

• Venue: Fir Park

Motherwell come into this match with a strong run of form, having won four out of their last five games. Their recent victories, including a solid 2-0 win against Hibernian at home, suggest they have the confidence and momentum to challenge Heart of Midlothian. With a predicted 3-1-4-2 formation, Motherwell will likely look to exploit their attacking options with Charles-Cook and Just leading the line.

Heart of Midlothian, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results recently, with a loss to Aberdeen and a draw against Dundee Utd. However, their impressive 4-0 win over Dundee at home shows they can be a formidable force when they click. With a 5-4-1 setup, they might focus on a solid defensive structure while looking to hit Motherwell on the counter. This match could be closely contested, but Motherwell's current form might just give them the edge.

Match Prediction: Motherwell 2-1 Heart of Midlothian

Motherwell have been in excellent form, winning four out of their last five matches. Their recent victories, including a 2-0 win against Hibernian at home and a 3-1 win away at Kilmarnock, demonstrate their ability to perform well both at home and on the road. This run of form should give them a significant boost in confidence and momentum going into this match against Heart of Midlothian.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Win: 2-0 vs Hibernian (H)

• Win: 3-1 vs Kilmarnock (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Aberdeen (A)

• Win: 2-0 vs Dundee Utd (H)

• Win: 2-1 vs Livingston (A)

Heart of Midlothian have had a more inconsistent run of form, with only two wins in their last five games. Their most recent result was a 0-1 loss to Aberdeen away from home, which might dent their confidence slightly. However, their 4-0 victory over Dundee at home shows they are capable of producing strong performances. This mixed form could make their approach to the game against Motherwell more cautious.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Aberdeen (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Dundee Utd (H)

• Win: 4-0 vs Dundee (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs ST Mirren (A)

• Win: 3-1 vs Celtic (H)

The head-to-head record between Motherwell and Heart of Midlothian shows a competitive rivalry, with both teams having their moments of success. In their most recent encounter, the teams played out a thrilling 3-3 draw. Heart of Midlothian have had the upper hand in the last few meetings, securing a 3-0 victory and a 1-0 win, while Motherwell managed a 3-1 win earlier in the season. This suggests that both teams are capable of scoring and that the upcoming match could be another close contest.

Recent Premiership Results

• Heart of Midlothian 3-3 Motherwell (23 Aug 2025)

• Heart of Midlothian 3-0 Motherwell (10 May 2025)

• Motherwell 0-0 Heart of Midlothian (12 Apr 2025)

• Heart of Midlothian 1-0 Motherwell (02 Jan 2025)

• Motherwell 3-1 Heart of Midlothian (25 Aug 2024)

• Aston Oxborough (Hand) - Out

• Eseosa Sule (Thigh) - Doubt

• Jordan McGhee (Thigh) - Doubt

• Sam Nicholson (Knee) - Doubt

• Zach Robinson (Achilles) - Doubt

• Stephen O'Donnell (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Calem Nieuwenhof (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Finlay Pollock (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Beni Baningime (Muscle) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Ward (GK), McGinn (DF), Gordon (DF), Welsh (DF), Priestman (MF), Koutroumbis (MF), Just (MF), Sparrow (MF), Watt (MF), Maswanhise (AT), Charles-Cook (AT)

Motherwell's predicted 3-1-4-2 formation suggests a focus on solid defending with three central defenders, while Priestman acts as a defensive midfielder to shield the backline. The attacking quartet of Just, Maswanhise, Sparrow, and Charles-Cook will look to exploit spaces and create scoring opportunities.

• Predicted lineup: Schwolow (GK), McEntee (DF), Steinwender (DF), Kent (DF), Findlay (DF), Milne (DF), Braga (MF), Magnusson (MF), Devlin (MF), Kyziridis (MF), Kabore (AT)

Heart of Midlothian's predicted 5-4-1 formation emphasises defensive stability, with five defenders and a lone striker in Kabore. The midfield quartet of Braga, Magnusson, Devlin, and Kyziridis will be crucial in maintaining possession and launching quick counter-attacks.

• Charles-Cook vs Kent: Charles-Cook's pace and finishing will be tested against Kent's defensive solidity.

• Watt vs Kyziridis: Watt's control and distribution in midfield will be key against Kyziridis's tenacity and work rate.

• Priestman (Motherwell): Priestman's role as a defensive midfielder will be crucial in breaking up Heart Of Midlothian's attacks.

• Magnusson (Heart Of Midlothian): Magnusson's ability to control the midfield and distribute the ball effectively will be vital for Heart Of Midlothian's strategy.

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