Dunfermline vs Hibernian: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Dunfermline vs Hibernian Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 17th 2026 | KDM Group East end park, Dunfermline | Scottish FA Cup | 12.30pm

This tie between Dunfermline and Hibernian is set to be a thrilling matchup in the Scottish FA Cup. Previously Dunfermline progressed through a 2-1 win over Queen of the South in the third round. The two teams have history in the famous cup with Dunfermline winning three drawing five and losing eight to the green side of Edinburgh. The last meeting between the two came in April 2007, where Hibernian won the replay semi final 1-0 to grant their chance of winning the title.

Key Betting Tip: Both teams to score at 1.80 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Last Meetings

-Dunfermline 1-0 Hibernian (01/04/17)

-Hibernian 2-2 Dunfermline (25/02/17)

-Dunfermline 1-3 Hibernian (22/10/16)

-Hibernian 2-1 Dunfermline (13/08/16)

-Hibernian 4-0 Dunfermline (07/05/12)

Hibernian hold the advantage having the better record in previous meetings and also competing at the top end of the table in the premiership. Their recent form with a win over hearts and a draw to their table neighbours in Motherwell will only bolster their ambition to continue on a positive streak.

Dunfermline on the other hand have only won once in their previous five games in the Scottish championship, their latest away win to raith rovers will hopefully spark some inner belief they’ve turned things around with a win despite losing three and drawing once in their last five.

Recent Dunfermline and Hibernian Matches Analysis

Dunfermline Last 5 Matches:

-Partick Thistle 1-0 Dunfermline (Scottish Championship)

-Dunfermline 1-2 Arbroath (Scottish Championship)

-Queens Park 1-1 Dunfermline (Scottish Championship)

-Dunfermline 2-3 Ayr United (Scottish Championship)

-Raith Rovers 1-2 Dunfermline (Scottish Championship)

Dunfermline arrive into this cup tie having been on the receiving end of some tough results, however managing to score in four out of their last five they are not shy of sticking them in the net. The mentality will be about making those goals contribute to a huge potential win in the Scottish FA cup.

Hibernian Last 5 Matches:

-Dundee United 1-1 Hibernian (Scottish Premiership)

-Hibernian 3-2 Hearts (Scottish Premiership)

-Hibernian 2-0 Aberdeen (Scottish Premiership)

-Kilmarnock 1-3 Hibernian (Scottish Premiership)

-Hibernian 1-1 Motherwell (Scottish Premiership)

Hibernian are on a hot run of form beathing their rivals has projected a good streak in taking care of Aberdeen and Kilmarnock in a tough away day on the astroturf scoring in every game too despite drawing two means they are also hungry for goal and extremely attacking.

Dunfermline vs Hibernian Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with an 85% chance of their being over 2 goals in this game. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Dunfermline vs Hibernian Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Over 1.5 goals @ 2.30 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted over 1.5 goals in this fixture. Due to both teams having scored in 4 of their last 5 meaning they will be hungry for goal.

Key Players to Watch:

Robbie Fraser for Dunfermline has came up through the youth academy at Rangers and has impressed with Livingston last season when he was loaned out for 6 months now with Dunfermline the electric full back has got a lot of assists proves a valuable member of the team after being signed in the summer.

Hibernians Number 9 Kieran Bowie has impressed with his link up play upfront as well as being physical and clinical Infront of goal the youngster has also featured with Scotland u21s being a key player for them and has carried his scoring form in to the Premiership.

Dunfermline vs Hibernian Match Facts

Referee: Steven Mclean Broadcast Details: UK: BBC Scotland

Stadium Information: East End Park was first used in 1885, the same year as the club was formed. The original stadium was situated slightly to the west. In 1920, the Board of Directors purchased 3 acres (12,000 m2) of land from the North British Railway company for £3,500, and the present position of the ground was laid out.