Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical: Lineups, Predictions and Betting Tips

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 17, 2026 | Balmoor Stadium | Scottish League One | 15:00 GMT

In this weekend’s only Scottish League One match, Peterhead host Hamilton Academical in the Highlands.

Key Betting Tips: Peterhead and Hamilton Academical to Draw @ 3.3 odds on Kwiff

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Lineups

Peterhead Predicted XI (4-1-4-1): Newman, Strachan, Steele, Brown, Duffy, Forrest, McGuffie, J.Brown, Ross, Barry, Shanks

Hamilton Academical Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Smith, Hutton, Loughery, Kilday, Hendrie, Smith, Simpson, McKinstry, O’Hara, McLuckie, Robinson

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Current League Standings

Peterhead are fifth, four points behind the promotion play-offs and a win would cut the gap on fourth placed Alloa to one point. However, with nine defeats, consistency is needed going forward from the Blue Toon to avoid the risk of falling behind.

It has been crisis after crisis for troubled Hamilton who thanks to point deductions went from promotion contenders to battling relegation. The sanction has seen them fall to ninth, three points above basement club Kelty Hearts and a win this weekend would be a step forward in their quest for survival.

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Head-to-Head Timeline

The club’s recent meetings have resulted in a draw and a Hamilton victory.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• 8 November 2025: Hamilton 3-0 Peterhead (Scottish League One)
• 13 September 2025: Peterhead 2-2 Hamilton (Scottish League One)

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Recent Matches Analysis

Peterhead Last 5 Matches:

• Alloa Athletic 4-0 Peterhead (League One)
• Ayr United 2-1 Peterhead (Challenge Cup)
• Peterhead 3-2 Kelty Hearts (League One)
• East Fife 0-1 Peterhead (League One)
• Peterhead 0-4 Cove Rangers (League One)

Peterhead’s last five matches have consisted of two league wins and defeats alongside being knocked out of the Challenge Cup. On the back of a 4-0 demthey will be aiming for a return to winning ways.

Hamilton Academical Last 5 Matches:

• Stenhousemuir 0-0 Hamilton (League One)
• Raith Rovers 5-2 Hamilton (Challenge Cup)
• Inverness Caledonian Thistle 4-0 Hamilton (League One)
• Hamilton 1-0 Alloa Athletic (League One)
• Queen of the South 4-1 Hamilton Academical (League One)

Hamilton have only secured one league win in their previous five and more will be required if the club, who are now plunged into a relegation battle are to avoid back-to-back relegations.

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with a 53.30% confidence in Peterhead and Hamilton Academical to Draw. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Peterhead and Hamilton Academical to Draw @ 3.3 on Kwiff.

Key Players to Watch: Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical

Kieran Shanks (Peterhead): The striker has scored 12 goals for the Blue Toon this season.

Oliver Shaw (Hamilton Academical): Hamilton’s top goal threat with 16 goals this season, Shaw’s contribution by scoring has arguably been a bright spot for the crisis-hit club.

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical Match Facts

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Stadium Information: Balmoor Stadium has been home to Peterhead since 1997, three years before the club’s admission to the SPFL in 2000.

Peterhead vs Hamilton Academical: Final Prediction

Peterhead 2-2 Hamilton Academical