Read our Hibernian vs Kilmarnock prediction with betting tips, odds, and probable lineups. Explore key match stats and bet builder insights for this clash.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Match Summary
Competition | Scottish Premiership |
|---|---|
Match Date | Tuesday 15 September 2026 |
Match Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Easter Road Stadium, Edinburgh |
Hibernian host Kilmarnock at Easter Road on Tuesday night, and this is one where the home side arrive on a high while the visitors are still searching for something to build on.
The Hibees are heading for Hampden after a 3-0 win over Ross County booked their place in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final, heading into this Scottish Premiership fixture in fine fettle.
Kilmarnock go into this one flat, knocked out of the Premier Sports Cup on penalties by Aberdeen and still chasing their first league win of the 2026/27 campaign after a stuttering start.
Hibernian have won 8 of their last 9 home matches against Kilmarnock in all competitions, so the visitors could not have picked a tougher venue to end their drought.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Form
Hibernian are in fine attacking shape, with over 2.5 goals landing in 9 of their last 10 Premiership games and 3+ goals scored in each of their last 5 Premiership outings. They booked a Premier Sports Cup semi-final with a 3-0 win over Ross County, and their finishing and counter-attacking are real strengths. Thibaut Klidje leads the line, backed by Callum Wright.
Kilmarnock are struggling, still without a league win this season and having failed to score in each of their last 3 Premiership matches. They did end a run without a point via a goalless draw at Aberdeen, before losing on penalties in the Premier Sports Cup. Joe Hugill remains their most consistent attacking threat up front.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Hibernian: R. Bushiri (Injured/doubtful), J. Obita (Injured/doubtful)
Kilmarnock: R. Deas (Injured/doubtful), A. Tshibola (Suspended)
Hibernian
Raphael Sallinger keeps his place between the sticks, with Jason Kerr, Jack Iredale and Felix Passlack among the defenders on show. Josh Mulligan anchors the midfield, while Martin Boyle and Callum Wright provide the creativity behind Thibaut Klidje. Rocky Bushiri and Jordan Obita are both rated doubtful.
Kilmarnock
Max Stryjek continues in goal behind a back four of Michael Schjønning-Larsen, George Stanger, Cathal McCarthy and Jamie Brandon. Greg Kiltie, Tom Lowery and Erik Ring feature in midfield, with Joe Hugill leading the line alongside Tyreece John-Jules. Aaron Tshibola is suspended and Ryan Deas a doubt.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Predicted Lineup
Hibernian
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Sallinger; Passlack, Kerr, Iredale, Mayor; Devaney, Mulligan; Boyle, Wright, McGrath; Klidje
Kilmarnock
Formation: 4-4-2
Predicted Starting Lineup: Stryjek; Brandon, Stanger, McCarthy, Schjønning-Larsen; Ring, Lowery, O'Hara, Kiltie; Hugill, John-Jules
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Key Stats & Match Facts
Hibernian have kept a clean sheet in 7 of their last 8 home matches against Kilmarnock in all competitions.
Hibernian have been winning at both half time and full time in 5 of their last 6 home matches against Kilmarnock in all competitions.
There have been 3+ goals scored in 5 of Hibernian's last 5 Premiership matches.
Kilmarnock have failed to score in their last 3 Premiership matches.
Kilmarnock have failed to win their last 5 Premiership matches.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Everything points to a comfortable home win here. Hibernian have won 8 of their last 9 home matches against Kilmarnock in all competitions, they are scoring freely and Kilmarnock cannot buy a goal. Our prediction is a 2-1 Hibernian victory.
Best Bets
Back Cathal McCarthy to record at least one shot in the Player Shots market. Kilmarnock average over 10 shots a game and their centre-back is a genuine threat from set pieces, giving McCarthy's implied probability of registering an effort a strong footing against the market price.
Back Adam Mayor to score at any time in the Anytime Goalscorer market. With Hibernian projected for 2.2 goals and Mayor operating in an advanced attacking flank role, his implied probability of finding the net looks generous at current market prices.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Bet Builder
Our four-leg bet builder backs a Hibernian win, both teams to score, Joe Hugill over 0.5 shots on target and Jamie Brandon to be shown a card.
The Hibees have won 8 of their last 9 home matches against Kilmarnock in all competitions, and as a dominant home side they look the play to anchor the slip.
Both teams have scored in 5 of Hibernian's last 5 matches in the Premiership, and with the hosts leaking as well as scoring, the goals-at-both-ends leg fits.
Joe Hugill has recorded 1+ shots on target in 4 of his last 5 Premiership apps, so the Killie frontman getting an effort on target is a sturdy leg.
Jamie Brandon has been carded in 4 of his last 5 apps against Hibernian in the Premiership, making the right-back a stubborn shout for a booking.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 9/1 and is as short as 17/2 elsewhere.
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Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Talking Points
Hibernian's home record speaks for itself going into this one. They have won 8 of their last 9 fixtures at Easter Road against Kilmarnock in all competitions, and with the visitors still without a league win this season and unable to score in three straight Premiership outings, the gulf in momentum is plain to see. Kilmarnock arrive needing a result, but their form makes it a very tall order.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Predictions FAQs
When is the Hibernian vs Kilmarnock Scottish Premiership game?
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock takes place on Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 19:45 UK time.
Where is Hibernian vs Kilmarnock being played?
The match is being played at Easter Road Stadium in Edinburgh.
What competition is Hibernian vs Kilmarnock in?
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock is a Scottish Premiership fixture.
What are the predicted lineups for Hibernian vs Kilmarnock?
Hibernian are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 with Sallinger in goal, while Kilmarnock are probable to set up in a 4-4-2 with Stryjek between the sticks.
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