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

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Title: Falkirk vs Heart Of Midlothian: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview
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Teams: Falkirk, Heart Of Midlothian
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• Fixture: Falkirk vs Heart Of Midlothian
• Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
• Venue: Falkirk Stadium

Falkirk's form has been a bit of a rollercoaster, but they've shown they can hold their own against tough opposition. With a solid defensive display in a number of recent games, they might just frustrate Heart Of Midlothian's attack. However, the absence of several key players due to injury could hamper their efforts, and they'll need to be at their best to get anything from this match.

Hearts, on the other hand, come into this game with a bit more confidence after their recent win against Celtic. Their attack has been potent, and with players like Braga and Shankland leading the charge, they'll fancy their chances of breaking down Falkirk's defence. It's likely to be a close contest, but Heart Of Midlothian's current form and squad depth might just see them edge it.

Match Prediction: Falkirk 1-2 Heart Of Midlothian

Falkirk's recent form has been mixed, with a heavy defeat to Hibernian preceded by three draws and a convincing win against Dundee Utd. The draws against Motherwell and Rangers show they can compete with top teams, but the loss to Hibs might have dented their confidence a bit. They'll need to find some consistency if they're to get a result against Hearts.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Hibernian (A)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Motherwell (H)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Rangers (A)

• Win: 3-0 vs Dundee Utd (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Livingston (H)

Hearts have been in decent form, with a notable win against Celtic and a few draws against strong opposition. The victory over Celtic will have boosted their confidence, and despite a loss to Aberdeen, they've shown they can compete at a high level. They'll be looking to build on that recent win and continue their good run of form against Falkirk.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Celtic (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Kilmarnock (H)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Motherwell (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Aberdeen (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Dundee Utd (H)

The recent head-to-head record between these two teams consists of just the one game. In September this year, Hearts easily beat Falkirk 3-0. This could be another reason why Hearts will fancy their chances in the upcoming encounter.

Recent Premiership Results

• Heart Of Midlothian 3-0 Falkirk (27 Sep 2025)

• Gary Oliver (Hamstring) – Out

• Thomas Lang (Foot) – Doubt

• Ross MacIver (Ankle) – Out

• Lewis Neilson (Ankle) – Doubt

• Aidan Nesbitt (Foot) – Doubt

• Jamie Sneddon (Hernia) – Doubt

• Coll Donaldson (Abdomen) – Out

• Ageu (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Beni Baningime (Muscle) – Doubt

• Finlay Pollock (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Calem Nieuwenhof (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Bain (GK), Allan (DF), Lissah (DF), Henderson (DF), McCann (DF), Spencer (MF), Tait (MF), Williams (MF), Miller (MF), Ross (MF), Graham (AT)

Falkirk are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Bain in goal and a back four of Lissah, Henderson, McCann, and Allan. The midfield duo of Spencer and Tait will look to provide stability and support the attacking quartet of Williams, Miller, Ross, and Graham.

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

Hearts will likely deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Schwolow between the sticks and a defensive line of Steinwender, Halkett, Findlay, and Milne. The midfield pairing of McEntee and Devlin will aim to control the game, allowing Braga, Kyziridis and Magnusson to feed the ball to the dangerous Shankland up top.

• Brian Graham vs Stuart Findlay: Graham's physical presence will test Findlay's defensive skills.

• Brad Spencer vs Tomas Magnusson: Spencer's energy in midfield will be crucial against Magnusson's creativity.

• Dylan Tait (Falkirk): Tait's experience and composure in midfield will be vital for Falkirk's chances.

• Claudio Braga (Heart Of Midlothian): Braga's pace and finishing ability make him a constant threat to Falkirk's defence.

Falkirk vs Heart Of Midlothian at 20:00 GMT on Saturday, 13 December 2025 is being broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Ultra HDR

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Falkirk 1-2 Heart Of Midlothian in this match

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