Falkirk vs Hibernian: match statistics
Hibernian presents clearly better form than Falkirk, confirmed by the points per match record in the last five games (2.0 vs 1.4) and the visitors' three-game winning streak. The visitors have a positive goal difference away (+3) and higher shooting efficiency (12% vs 10%), while the hosts have a balanced goal difference at home (0). Falkirk does not win often in home matches (27% wins, 45% draws), suggesting difficulties breaking down rival defenses. Hibernian has scored 37 goals this season compared to just 23 for Falkirk, indicating greater offensive potential. Expected goals (xG) are comparable, but the advantage in form and efficiency speaks for an away win, although a tight match with the possibility of a draw is expected.
Falkirk vs Hibernian: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Falkirk played against Hibernian in Premiership (Scotland). The game was played on January 24, 2026. Final score: 4:1.
Recent form
Falkirk has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.80 points per game. Hibernian has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Falkirk scores 1.05 goals per game and allows 1.27. Hibernian scores 1.68 and allows 1.09. Games in this league average 2.52 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 41% of Falkirk's games and 55% of Hibernian's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 55%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 47% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Hibernian has the higher season xG average, 1.55 to 1.36 per game. Falkirk takes 11.9 shots per game, while Hibernian takes 13.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Falkirk leads at halftime in 14% of its games and scores 0.73 goals per game after halftime. Hibernian leads at halftime in 45% and scores 0.86 after halftime.
When the teams score
Falkirk's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (7 goals). For Hibernian, it is minutes 46-60 (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premiership games average 2.52 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 47% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% 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
Hibernian presents clearly better form than Falkirk, confirmed by the points per match record in the last five games (2.0 vs 1.4) and the visitors' three-game winning streak. The visitors have a positive goal difference away (+3) and higher shooting efficiency (12% vs 10%), while the hosts have a balanced goal difference at home (0). Falkirk does not win often in home matches (27% wins, 45% draws), suggesting difficulties breaking down rival defenses. Hibernian has scored 37 goals this season compared to just 23 for Falkirk, indicating greater offensive potential. Expected goals (xG) are comparable, but the advantage in form and efficiency speaks for an away win, although a tight match with the possibility of a draw is expected.
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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
| Falkirk | Hibernian | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| 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.
Hibernian is 22% better for: last-5 form.
1.8 pts / game - Falkirk · 2.2 pts / game - Hibernian
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.
Hibernian is 60% better for: goals scored per game.
1.05 goals / game - Falkirk · 1.68 goals / game - Hibernian
Hibernian is 17% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.27 goals / game - Falkirk · 1.09 goals / game - Hibernian
Falkirk scores in 64% of games (14 of 22 meczów), while Hibernian keeps a clean sheet in 27% (6 of 22 meczów).
Hibernian scores in 77% of games (17 of 22 meczów), while Falkirk keeps a clean sheet in 32% (7 of 22 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 - Falkirk
Over / Under - Hibernian
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.
Hibernian is 130% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.73 pts / game - Falkirk · 1.68 pts / game - Hibernian
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Falkirk - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 14% of games and wins 36%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Hibernian - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 45% of games and wins 41%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 100% |
| No goal | 100% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +2 |
* 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 61-75 (7 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - 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
Falkirk
Hibernian
* 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 (Premiership).
Teams vs league
| Falkirk | Liga | Hibernian | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.32 | 2.52 | ▲ 2.77 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 41% | 48% | ▲ 55% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 50% | 47% | ▲ 55% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 32% | 30% | ▼ 27% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 68% | 73% | ▲ 77% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 82% | 78% | ▼ 73% |
^ 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
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 Falkirk's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss against Hibernian. Games average 3.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Falkirk vs Hibernian?
The Premiership match finished Falkirk 4:1 Hibernian. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Falkirk and Hibernian?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Falkirk won 0, Hibernian won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Falkirk vs Hibernian?
Falkirk score 1.05 goals per game on average and Hibernian 1.68. The Premiership average is 2.52 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 47% of games. Both teams score in 41% of Falkirk's matches and 55% of Hibernian's.
What form are Falkirk and Hibernian in?
Over the last 5 games Falkirk have a 3-0-2 record (1.80 points per game) and Hibernian 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Falkirk vs Hibernian?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.