Rangers vs Heart of Midlothian Prediction

We’re big fans of the SPFL, especially when it comes to a little sunday flutter..

We’ve picked out an expert tip for the SPFL, where Philippe Clement’s Rangers host Neil Critchley’s Hearts.

Key Stats

• Both teams haven’t kept a clean sheet in four
• Both teams have scored in four of Rangers last five
• Rangers have ten more points than their opponents

Team Previews, Form, and Standout Players

Neither team will be particularly happy with their performance so far this season. Whilst Rangers are 3rd, they are still nine points adrift from the top two spots.

Kilmarnock sit 8th in the table.

Rangers Preview

Rangers Predicted Line-up - Jack Butland; James Tavernier, John Souttar, Robin Propper, Jefte; Connor Barron, Nicolas Raskin; Vaclav Cerny, Mohammed Diomande, Nedim Bajrami; Cyriel Dessers

Rangers, normally the feisty counterpart to their local rival’s Celtic, have been somewhat outshone by the heroics of Aberdeen this season. They lost when they faced the Dons which almost cemented their position in third this early in the season.

That being said, other than their loss to Kilmarnock, all in all Rangers have looked impressive.

Vaclav Cerny will be looking to add to the four goals he’s already scored this campaign.

Heart of Midlothian Preview

Heart of Midlothian Predicted Line-up - Craig Gordon; Adam Forrester, Frankie Kent, Kye Rowles, James Penrice; Malachi Boateng, Beni Baningime, Blair Spittal; Alan Forrest, Lawrence Shankland, Yan Dhanda

It’s completely clear that Hearts are failing to adapt to the demands of European football alongside the league.

Ironically, they’re doing okay in the Europa League, but their recent loss to St Johnstone highlights their domestic issues.

Frankie Kent has been a goal threat from set pieces, which they’ll be looking to take advantage of.

Head To Head Stats: Rangers vs Heart of Midlothian

These two sides have met 73 times since 2003. Of their meetings, Rangers have won 47 games, and Hearts have won 12.

There’s been 14 draws in their other meetings, so Rangers clearly have the advantage here.

3rd August 2024 - Hearts 0-0 Rangers - SPFL

18th May 2024 - Hearts 3-3 Rangers - SPFL

21st April 2024 - Rangers 2-0 - Scottish Cup

24th February 2024 - Rangers 5-0 Hearts - SPFL

6th December 2023 - Hearts 0-1 Rangers - SPFL

Betting Tips For Rangers vs Heart of Midlothian

Given the sheer quality difference in these two sides, along with Rangers’ home advantage, we think they’re an easy favourite to pick.

That being said, Rangers haven’t exactly been defensively solid, with one clean sheet in their last six. So both sides could certainly score here.

Overall we think the best bet to place for this game would be Rangers to win and both teams to score, backed up by our research.

Odds of 185/100 on Ladbrokes mean that a £10 bet has the potential to return up to £28.50 in this match.

(odds subject to change)

Final Prediction: Rangers vs Heart of Midlothian

Rangers vs Heart 2-1 Midlothian

Rangers will regain winning ways, even if it's a tough battle.

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