Hearts will take on Hibernian in the first Edinburgh derby of the season this weekend, with the match set to take place at Tynecastle on Saturday, 4 October.
The hosts are flying in the Scottish Premiership at present, and are at the top table, two points clear of Celtic in second place. With Rangers floundering, could they seriously challenge Celtic for the title?
Hibernian are also doing well, and like Hearts, are unbeaten after six league games played.
As part of this weekend's round of Scottish Premiership betting tips, check out our Hearts vs Hibernian prediction below.
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Hearts vs Hibernian prediction: The hosts to win the derby
Key Stats
- Hearts have won five out of six Scottish Premiership matches this season.
- Hibernian have failed to win any of their last six matches in all competitions.
- Fewer than three goals have been scored in three of the last five Edinburgh derbies
Correct score prediction: Hearts 2-0 Hibernian
Although both of these teams are unbeaten in the league so far this season, it's Hearts who have found a way to consistently win, while Hibernian have been stuck drawing matches.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Hearts are the favourites
- HOME: 17/20 (1.85) – 54.1%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.70) – 27%
- AWAY: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Hearts vs Hibernian odds lean towards a home victory, but not by a huge margin, which provides bettors with excellent value on a Hearts win. Ladbrokes have given the hosts a 54.1% chance of picking up the three points, while Hibernian have been given a 25% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Hibs
Although Hearts have started the stronger of the two teams this season, it is Hibernian who have the better record in this fixture. Hibs are unbeaten in their last four matches against Hearts, with two wins and two draws. Hearts have won just one of the last eight Edinburgh derbies.
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Hearts preview: Will injuries catch up with them?
Hearts are dealing with a miniature injury crisis at present, but it is yet to have any impact on them. For this match, they are without Christian Borchgrevink, Craig Gordon, Finlay Pollock, Ageu, Ryan Fulton, Calem Nieuwenhof and Frankie Kent. Their main man, Lawrence Shankland, is fit, though and with him on the pitch, they always have a chance.
Predicted lineup: Schwolow (GK), McEntee, Halkett, Findlay, Kingsley, Milne, Baningime, Devlin, Kyziridis, Kabangu, Shankland
Last five results
- Hearts 3-0 Falkirk
- Rangers 0-2 Hearts
- Livingston 1-2 Hearts
- Hearts 3-3 Motherwell
- St Mirren 1-1 Hearts
Hibernian preview: McGrath a doubt
Hibernian are sweating on the fitness of Jamie McGrath after the Irishman went off injured in the first half against Celtic last weekend. While he has a chance of making it on Saturday, the same can't be said for Thody Elie Youan, Alasana Manneh and Joe Newell, who have all been officially ruled out.
Predicted lineup: Sallinger (GK), Mulligan, O'Hora, Hanley, Iredale, Obita, Barlaser, Chaiwa, Boyle, Bowie, Campbell
Last five results
- Celtic 0-0 Hibernian
- Falkirk 2-2 Hibernian
- Rangers 2-0 Hibernian
- Hibernian 3-3 Dundee Utd
- Hibernian 1-1 St Mirren
Player to watch: Lawrence Shankland
After a disappointing campaign last season, Lawrence Shankland has responded in brilliant fashion this time around and looks every inch the player who scored 24 league goals in consecutive seasons from 2022-2024. After six games played, Shankland has four goals and one assist to his name, but there are certainly more to come.