Cove Rangers vs Hamilton Academical: match statistics
Hamilton Academical appear to be the favorites in this match despite playing away. The visitors have a significantly better goal-scoring record in away matches (1.64 goals per game) compared to just 0.93 goals scored by Cove Rangers at home. Hamilton have a positive goal difference away from home (+3), while the hosts have a negative goal difference in home matches (-3). Cove Rangers lose as many as 43% of their home games and fail to score in half of their home matches, which is an alarming statistic. Despite Hamilton's recent poorer form (0.8 points per game in their last 5 matches), their overall league position (4th place) and better offensive statistics speak in their favor. Hamilton's higher shot conversion rate (16% vs 9%) and better average xG suggest greater efficiency from the visitors in finishing attacks.
Cove Rangers vs Hamilton Academical: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Cove Rangers played against Hamilton Academical in League One (Scotland). The game was played on March 21, 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Recent form
Cove Rangers has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.00 points per game. Hamilton Academical has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Cove Rangers scores 1.10 goals per game and allows 1.28. Hamilton Academical scores 1.48 and allows 1.14. Games in this league average 2.66 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 45% of Cove Rangers's games and 38% of Hamilton Academical's. The Over 2.5 rates are 45% and 55%, compared with league averages of 49% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Hamilton Academical has the higher season xG average, 1.30 to 1.20 per game. Cove Rangers takes 8.9 shots per game, while Hamilton Academical takes 9.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Cove Rangers leads at halftime in 24% of its games and scores 0.62 goals per game after halftime. Hamilton Academical leads at halftime in 38% and scores 0.79 after halftime.
When the teams score
Cove Rangers's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (9 goals). For Hamilton Academical, it is minutes 16-30 (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League One games average 2.66 goals. Both teams score in 49% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 3 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 1 draw and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.67 goals, with both teams scoring in 33% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Hamilton Academical appear to be the favorites in this match despite playing away. The visitors have a significantly better goal-scoring record in away matches (1.64 goals per game) compared to just 0.93 goals scored by Cove Rangers at home. Hamilton have a positive goal difference away from home (+3), while the hosts have a negative goal difference in home matches (-3). Cove Rangers lose as many as 43% of their home games and fail to score in half of their home matches, which is an alarming statistic. Despite Hamilton's recent poorer form (0.8 points per game in their last 5 matches), their overall league position (4th place) and better offensive statistics speak in their favor. Hamilton's higher shot conversion rate (16% vs 9%) and better average xG suggest greater efficiency from the visitors in finishing attacks.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Cove Rangers | Hamilton Academical | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 46% | 47% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.27 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Cove Rangers is 150% better for: last-5 form.
2 pts / game - Cove Rangers · 0.8 pts / game - Hamilton Academical
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Hamilton Academical is 35% better for: goals scored per game.
1.1 goals / game - Cove Rangers · 1.48 goals / game - Hamilton Academical
Hamilton Academical is 12% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.28 goals / game - Cove Rangers · 1.14 goals / game - Hamilton Academical
Cove Rangers scores in 55% of games (16 of 29 meczów), while Hamilton Academical keeps a clean sheet in 41% (12 of 29 meczów).
Hamilton Academical scores in 69% of games (20 of 29 meczów), while Cove Rangers keeps a clean sheet in 21% (6 of 29 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Cove Rangers
Over / Under - Hamilton Academical
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Hamilton Academical is 41% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.1 pts / game - Cove Rangers · 1.55 pts / game - Hamilton Academical
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Cove Rangers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 24%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Hamilton Academical - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 38% of games and wins 45%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -3 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (9 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (8 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Cove Rangers
Hamilton Academical
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League One).
Teams vs league
| Cove Rangers | Liga | Hamilton Academical | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.38 | 2.66 | • 2.62 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 45% | 49% | ▼ 38% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 45% | 52% | ▲ 55% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 21% | 29% | ▲ 41% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 69% | 75% | ▼ 72% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 72% | 81% | ▼ 76% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Cove Rangers's perspective: 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss against Hamilton Academical. Games average 1.67 goals, and both teams scored in 33% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Cove Rangers vs Hamilton Academical?
The League One match finished Cove Rangers 2:2 Hamilton Academical. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Cove Rangers and Hamilton Academical?
In the last 3 head-to-head matches Cove Rangers won 1, Hamilton Academical won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 1.67 goals, with both teams scoring in 33% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Cove Rangers vs Hamilton Academical?
Cove Rangers score 1.10 goals per game on average and Hamilton Academical 1.48. The League One average is 2.66 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 45% of Cove Rangers's matches and 38% of Hamilton Academical's.
What form are Cove Rangers and Hamilton Academical in?
Over the last 5 games Cove Rangers have a 3-1-1 record (2.00 points per game) and Hamilton Academical 1-1-3 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Cove Rangers vs Hamilton Academical?
The statistical background for Cove Rangers vs Hamilton Academical — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.