St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock

• Date: Saturday, 27 December 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 GMT

• Venue: The SMISA Stadium

St. Mirren come into this match with a strong home record, having secured victories in their last two home games. Their predicted 3-5-2 formation suggests a balanced approach, with the likes of Phillips and Idowu in midfield likely to control the game's tempo. N'Lundulu up front could pose a significant threat to Kilmarnock's defence, especially given their recent struggles away from home.

Kilmarnock, on the other hand, have been inconsistent, with no wins in their last five matches. Their predicted 4-4-1-1 formation indicates a more defensive setup, with Watson leading the line and John-Jules providing support from midfield. However, their recent form suggests they might struggle to break down St. Mirren's solid backline.

St. Mirren have shown good form at home, winning their last two matches against Livingston and Dundee Utd. These victories will give them confidence going into this game, especially after a draw and two losses in their recent away fixtures. Their home form suggests they are likely to perform well against Kilmarnock.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Win: 1-0 vs Livingston (H)

• Win: 2-0 vs Dundee Utd (H)

• Draw: 3-3 vs Aberdeen (A)

• Loss: 1-3 vs Dundee (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Celtic (H)

Kilmarnock have struggled recently, failing to win any of their last five matches. Their most recent home game resulted in a loss to Falkirk, and they have drawn their last two away games. This poor run of form could impact their performance against a confident St. Mirren side.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Falkirk (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Aberdeen (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Rangers (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Heart of Midlothian (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Dundee Utd (H)

The head-to-head record between St. Mirren and Kilmarnock has been mixed, with both teams having their moments of dominance. Kilmarnock have won two of the last five encounters, including a 2-0 victory in their most recent meeting. However, St. Mirren have also shown their strength, notably with a 5-1 win earlier in the season. This suggests that both teams are capable of producing strong performances against each other.

Recent Results

• Kilmarnock 2-0 St. Mirren (04 Oct 2025)

• Kilmarnock 2-2 (3-5 pen.) St. Mirren (19 Sep 2025) - League Cup

• St. Mirren 5-1 Kilmarnock (29 Mar 2025)

• Kilmarnock 2-0 St. Mirren (02 Jan 2025)

• St. Mirren 2-2 Kilmarnock (14 Sep 2024)

• Keanu Baccus (Hamstring) - Out

• Kyle Magennis (Knee) – Out

• Maksymilian Stryjek (Heart) – Out

• Jamie Brandon (Ankle) – Out

• Djenairo Daniels (Knee) – Doubt

• Matthew Kennedy (Hip) - Out

• Predicted lineup: George (GK), Fraser (DF), King (DF), Freckleton (DF), McMenamin (MF), Phillips (MF), Gogic (MF), Idowu (MF), John (MF), Ayunga (AT), N'Lundulu (AT)

St. Mirren's predicted 3-5-2 formation will likely see them maintain a solid defensive structure with Fraser, King, and Freckleton at the back. In midfield, Phillips and Idowu will be key in controlling the game and feeding the ball to attackers Ayunga and N'Lundulu.

• Predicted lineup: Oluwayemi (GK), Brown (DF), Mayo (DF), Deas (DF), Thompson (DF), John-Jules (MF), Lyons (MF), Polworth (MF), Kiltie (MF), Watson (AT), Anderson (AT)

Kilmarnock's predicted 4-4-1-1 formation suggests a focus on defensive stability, with Brown, Mayo, Deas, and Thompson forming a solid backline. Watson will lead the attack, supported by John-Jules in the number ten role, aiming to exploit any gaps in St. Mirren's defence.

• N'Lundulu vs Mayo: N'Lundulu's pace and finishing will be tested against Mayo's defensive solidity.

• Idowu vs John-Jules: Idowu's control in midfield will be crucial against John-Jules' creative play.

• Phillips (St. Mirren): Phillips' ability to dictate the tempo from midfield will be vital for St. Mirren.

• Watson (Kilmarnock): Watson's goal-scoring threat will be key for Kilmarnock to secure a positive result.

St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock at 15:00 GMT on Saturday, 27 December 2025, isn't being broadcast live for viewers in the UK.

Coral is predicting that the score will be St. Mirren 2-1 Kilmarnock in this match

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