Join us as we delve into the excitement of Week 17 in the Scottish Premier League, kicking off on Friday, 8 December.
Last weekend shook things up with some unexpected outcomes — Kilmarnock and Dundee both clinched remarkable away victories over St. Johnstone and Ross County, respectively.
Rangers kept their momentum going by securing a second win against Aberdeen within the week, propelling themselves up to second place, trailing Celtic by six points. With just two weeks left before the winter break, every match counts in this fierce scramble to shine in the league’s top half after the initial phase. Let’s dive into what’s on the horizon for this weekend’s gripping fixtures.
Friday, 8 December
Dundee 33/10 | Draw 26/10 | Aberdeen 15/20
Dundee is on fire, climbing out from the foot of the league with two wins and a draw in their past three clashes, including a shining 2-0 triumph over Rangers recently. Their splendid display continued last weekend thanks to Mark O’Hara’s remarkable long-range goal and Farissal El Bakhtaoui’s stylish chip finish, pushing Dundee into ninth place. Expect Neil McCann’s squad to play a tight defensive game and counterattack against tough opposition.
Aberdeen’s title hopes faded after recent defeats to Rangers, dropping them to third on goal difference. They’ve struggled to find form lately, with only one win in their last five league matches. However, we’re backing the Dons to bounce back and clinch a victory this weekend.
Saturday, 9 December
Hearts 21/20 | Draw 47/20 | Motherwell 24/10
Hearts have been struggling, with two defeats and three draws in their last five games — far from the form expected of a team aiming for the top half. Their recent 1-1 draw against Hamilton was overshadowed by on-field tensions, with both Craig Levein and Austin MacPhee being sent off. Meanwhile, Motherwell suffered a heavy 5-1 loss to Celtic, showing the might of the league leaders. Given Hearts’ recent run of draws, a stalemate seems likely, but better to play safe with an under 2.5 goals wager at 8/10.
Hamilton 33/20 | Draw 22/10 | St. Johnstone 31/20
Hamilton have been one of the form teams, unbeaten in six league matches. They’ll be looking to leapfrog St. Johnstone into seventh place before the winter break. On the other hand, St. Johnstone recently fell to a 2-1 defeat against struggling Kilmarnock. With Hamilton’s confidence high, expect them to edge out St. Johnstone.
Rangers 7/20 | Draw 37/10 | Ross County 6/1
Rangers are riding high after back-to-back wins against Aberdeen, vaulting into second place. These wins could be the launching pad for a strong title challenge in the season’s latter half. Ross County’s relegation worries deepen after last week’s loss to Dundee. A strong Rangers home win on the (-1) handicap at 19/20 looks like a smart bet here.
Kilmarnock 13/10 | Draw 43/20 | Partick Thistle 2/1
In East Ayrshire, Kilmarnock play a crucial relegation six-pointer against Partick Thistle. Killie’s last win over St. Johnstone lifted them to tenth, opening a gap over Thistle, who remain bottom after a narrow loss to Hibernian. Home fans should back Kilmarnock to secure another vital win at great value 13/10.
Sunday, 10 December
Hibernian 5/1 | Draw 33/10 | Celtic 9/20
Sunday’s highlight pits Hibernian against Celtic in a potentially season-defining clash. Hibs are in sparkling form, eager to hand Celtic their first league defeat and shake up the title race. The Bhoys, though, are in superb touch, fresh from a midweek Champions League match, and a dominant 5-1 win over St. Johnstone. While a Hibs upset is possible, a steadier punt is the over 2.5 goals market at 6/10.
Treble tipped at 7.27/1
Hamilton win 33/20
Hibernian vs Celtic Over 2.5 6/10
Rangers (-1) 19/20
