Hibernian vs Motherwell predictions, May 16, 2026

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As Hibernian FC prepares to host Motherwell FC at Easter Road on May 16, 2026, both teams will be looking to capitalize on recent form in this Scottish Premier League encounter. Hibernian enters the match with a modest record, securing 2 wins in their last 5 outings, indicating a slight upward trend. Their playstyle has been characterized by aggressive pressing and quick transitions, which they will likely employ to assert control at home.

Conversely, Motherwell comes into this fixture having managed just 1 victory in their last 5 matches. While their attack has shown flashes of potential, inconsistency has plagued their performance, making it challenging to find a coherent rhythm. On the defensive end, Motherwell will need to strengthen their backline to withstand the attacking threats posed by Hibernian.

Betting odds are closely matched, with Hibernian at 2.65 and Motherwell at 2.6, reflecting the competitive nature of this matchup. Our predictive model suggests a tight contest, with a 36.9% probability of a home win and a closely aligned 36.4% chance for an away victory, alongside a 27.1% likelihood of a draw. As both teams strive to bolster their standings, this encounter promises to be a closely fought battle without guaranteed outcomes.

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Hibernian 36.3%

Draw 26.7%

Motherwell 37%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.65	3.6	2.6

Latest Results

09.05.26 Falkirk FC – Hibernian FC – 1:3 03.05.26 Hibernian FC – Celtic – 1:2 26.04.26 Hibernian FC – Heart of Midlothian – 1:2 11.04.26 Aberdeen FC – Hibernian FC – 2:0 04.04.26 Hibernian FC – Kilmarnock FC – 3:0

09.05.26 Motherwell FC – Heart of Midlothian – 1:1 02.05.26 Falkirk FC – Motherwell FC – 1:0 26.04.26 Glasgow Rangers – Motherwell FC – 2:3 11.04.26 Heart of Midlothian – Motherwell FC – 3:1 04.04.26 Motherwell FC – Falkirk FC – 2:3

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hibernian won 2.

Hibernian has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Motherwell is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Hibernian won 9 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 32:24. (average 1.6:1.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Hibernian won 4 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 16:14. (average 1.6:1.4).

Latest Head To Head

21.03.26 Motherwell FC – Hibernian FC – 0:0 10.01.26 Hibernian FC – Motherwell FC – 1:1 25.11.25 Motherwell FC – Hibernian FC – 2:0 11.01.25 Hibernian FC – Motherwell FC – 3:1 30.11.24 Motherwell FC – Hibernian FC – 0:3

Standings

Draw

Relegation

Quarter-finals

3	Partick Thistle	Bye
4	Arbroath	Dunfermline	0 : 0, 0 : 1

Semi-finals

2

Partick Thistle

Dunfermline

Final

1

Bye

TBD #2

Scottish Premier League Outrights

1. Hearts: 1.8 (52.1%)

2. Celtic: 2.1 (44.66%)

3. Rangers: 29 (3.23%)

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