Rangers vs Motherwell prediction, odds & betting tips – 27/12/2025

Ibrox Stadium will be the focal point of the Scottish Premiership this Saturday as Rangers host Motherwell, with both sides entering this encounter looking to solidify their positions on the league table.

The Light Blues head into this tie with inconsistent form, having two wins, two losses and one draw in their last five games. They recently failed to build on their previous win, suffering a frustrating 2-1 defeat away to Hearts.

The Steelmen, meanwhile, are enjoying an incredible period of form and are full of confidence. They extended their unbeaten run to eight matches in their last outing, securing a 1-0 victory over Dundee.

Read our Rangers vs Motherwell predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our Scottish Premiership predictions.

Rangers vs Motherwell prediction: Expect a tight encounter that will lead to a draw

Key statistics

• Their last five competitive meetings have seen both teams score against each other.
• Two of their last five meetings have ended in a full-time draw.
• Their last encounter ended in a 1-1 scoreline and a full-time draw.

Correct score prediction: Rangers 1-1 Motherwell

We expect a very tight game at Ibrox as the league's most in-form team face a struggling Light Blues squad. While the hosts typically dominate this fixture at home, the current momentum of the Steelmen cannot be ignored. 

We believe that the Steelmen will manage to frustrate the home side for long periods, leading to a 1-1 draw that reflects the competitive nature of both teams' recent performances. Our prediction is supported by the fact that Motherwell have become a “bogey team” for the home side in recent meetings.

Pre-match odds and win probability: Rangers slight favourites to win

• Home: 3/4 (1.75) – 57.1%
• Draw: 14/5 (2.80) – 35.7%
• Away: 10/3 (4.33) – 23.1%

*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*

The bookmakers favour Rangers at home, with odds of 1.75 implying a 57.1% chance of victory. Motherwell are priced at 4.33 (23.1%), while the draw sits at 2.80 (35.7%), indicating Rangers hold the upper hand but with enough room for a competitive contest if Motherwell can keep things tight.

Most recent head-to-head: Rangers edge history

The recent history between these two clubs has shifted from total dominance by the hosts to a much more balanced and unpredictable series of results. In the last five competitive meetings, Rangers have secured only two victories, while Motherwell have claimed one win of their own, alongside two draws. 

The most recent clash took place in 2025 at Fir Park, where the sides played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw. Before that, the Steelmen recorded a famous 2-1 victory at Ibrox, proving that they no longer fear the trip to Glasgow.

Scotland Premiership 02/08/25

Motherwell

1

Rangers

1

Scotland Premiership 01/03/25

Rangers

1

Motherwell

2

Scotland Premiership 29/12/24

Motherwell

2

Rangers

2

Scotland League Cup 03/11/24

Motherwell

1

Rangers

2

Scotland Premiership 10/08/24

Rangers

2

Motherwell

1

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Rangers preview: Multiple absentees disrupt squad

Rangers face a challenging selection situation ahead of this fixture, with Nasser Djiga away on international duty and six other players, Bailey Rice, Derek Cornelius, John Souttar, Nedim Bajrami, Oliver Antman and Rabbi Matondo, unavailable through injury. 

Predicted lineup: Butland (GK), Tavernier, Sterling, Fernandez, Aarons, Raskin, Barron, Diomande, Meghoma, Moore & Miovski

Last five fixtures

• 21.12.25 – Hearts 2 – 1 Rangers (Premiership)
• 15.12.25 – Rangers 1 – 0 Hibernian (Premiership)
• 11.12.25 – Ferencvaros 2 – 1 Rangers (Europa League)
• 06.12.25 – Kilmarnock 0 – 3 Rangers (Premiership)
• 03.12.25 – Dundee Utd 2 – 2 Rangers (Premiership)

Motherwell preview: Squad stretched by injuries and international call-up 

Motherwell also contend with a depleted squad, with Tawanda Maswanhise absent on international duty, while Aston Oxborough, Eseosa Sule, Filip Stuparevic, Jordan McGhee, Sam Nicholson and Zach Robinson are all sidelined through injury. 

Predicted lineup: Ward (GK), Koutroumbis, McGinn, Welsh, Longelo, Watt, Fadinger, Charles-Cook, Just, Slattery & Hendry

Last five fixtures

• 20.12.25 – Motherwell 1 – 0 Dundee FC (Premiership)
• 13.12.25 – Dundee Utd 0 – 0 Motherwell (Premiership)
• 06.12.25 – Motherwell 3 – 0 Livingston (Premiership)
• 03.12.25 – Falkirk 0 – 0 Motherwell (Premiership)
• 29.11.25 – Motherwell 0 – 0 Hearts (Premiership)

Player to watch: Apostolos Stamatelopoulos

Motherwell forward Apostolos Stamatelopoulos is the player to watch in this encounter, as he has been the primary source of creativity for the visitors recently. He has contributed six goals and two assists in the league this season. 

The attacker is known for his directness and pace, which will be vital if the visitors are to find a way past the home team. Rangers will need to be wary of the Australian and limit him from getting into dangerous areas.