Hearts vs Kilmarnock Prediction & Betting Tips

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Hearts return home with an impressive run at Tynecastle, where their scoring power has been consistent throughout the season. They have dominated this fixture recently, winning three of the last four meetings and producing a 3-0 victory earlier in October.

Kilmarnock arrive in poor form, struggling for goals and conceding heavily on their travels. With the trends pointing in opposite directions, this Premiership clash shapes up with a clear favourite.

Hearts’ Home Form Driving Their Momentum

Hearts have turned Tynecastle into one of the toughest grounds in the league, winning four of their last five home matches. That stretch includes strong scorelines such as 4-0 against Dundee FC, 3-1 over Celtic, and 3-0 versus Falkirk. Even their lone slip, a 1-1 draw with Dundee United, saw them control most of the contest and extend their scoring sequence.

Their wider recent form also shows resilience. A tight 1-1 at home and a 0-0 away at Motherwell highlight a solid defensive base. Hearts continue to combine clean sheets with multi-goal home outings, making them a confident and well-balanced side.

Kilmarnock Struggling for Stability

Kilmarnock’s league form remains a major concern. They have lost four of their last five matches and conceded three or more in three of those defeats, including heavy away losses at Celtic and Falkirk. Their only positive away result in recent weeks was a 0-2 win at Dundee United, but that stands alone amid a difficult run.

The visitors’ scoring output has dipped sharply, and they have scored only three times in their last five league games. Their defence has also been exposed often, with ten goals conceded across their last three away fixtures.

Hearts vs Kilmarnock Prediction

Hearts to win & over 2.5 goals at 1.95 odds is the best bet. The home side’s scoring numbers at Tynecastle have been exceptional, regularly passing the two-goal mark, while Kilmarnock continue to concede heavily. The combination aligns with recent meetings too, with Hearts winning 3-2 at home last season and 3-0 earlier in the current campaign.

Both teams to score at 2.00 odds carries value based on the head-to-head history, which has produced goals for both sides in three of the last four meetings. Kilmarnock have struggled lately, but this fixture often opens up, especially when Hearts take early control.

Claudio Braga to score anytime at 1.91 odds rounds off the picture. Hearts’ home scoring record suggests chances will come frequently, and Braga has been central in their forward play across the positive run.

Afolabi Ezekiel- December 1, 2025

Hearts vs Kilmarnock Betting Tips

Hearts Win & Over 2.5 Goals

OK

1.95 Odds

Both Teams to Score

OK

2.00 Odds

Claudio Braga - Anytime Goal Scorer

OK

1.91 Odds