Updated: This round-up has been updated with the latest match news links.
This Premiership round-up brings together the key fixtures for Match Week of 9 May 2026, with a quick predictions table, predicted lineups, best odds and short match-by-match previews in one place.
Quick Predictions Table
| Match | Kick-off | Predicted score | Detailed Match Review |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock | Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST | 1-1 | Read review |
| Dundee vs Livingston | Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST | 1-1 | Read review |
| Aberdeen vs Dundee United | Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST | 2-1 | Read review |
| Falkirk vs Hibernian | Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST | 1-1 | Read review |
| Motherwell vs Hearts | Sat 9 May 2026 20:00 BST | 1-1 | Read review |
St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock
Kick-off: Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST
St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock Best Odds
Short form guide
St. Mirren have the clearest result edge, with the full-time probabilities putting them at 54.03% compared with 21.35% for Kilmarnock. That gives the match a defined favourite, although the prediction still leaves room for the game to tighten if the underdog can slow the tempo. The score prediction is 1-1.
The goal probabilities lean towards a more controlled match, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 48.71%, No 51.29% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 49.32%, Under 50.68%. That makes patience, set pieces and defensive shape central to how the fixture may unfold.
Recent results
St. Mirren last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 02/05/26 |  Dundee vs  St. Mirren |
1 – 0 |
| Premiership | 25/04/26 | St. Mirren vs  Livingston |
0 – 2 |
| Premiership | 11/04/26 |  Celtic vs St. Mirren |
1 – 0 |
Kilmarnock last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 02/05/26 |  Kilmarnock vs  Dundee United |
3 – 0 |
| Premiership | 25/04/26 |  Aberdeen vs Kilmarnock |
1 – 0 |
| Premiership | 11/04/26 | Kilmarnock vs Dundee |
2 – 2 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 11/02/26 | Kilmarnock vs St. Mirren |
4 – 3 |
| Premiership | 27/12/25 | St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock |
0 – 0 |
| Premiership | 04/10/25 | Kilmarnock vs St. Mirren |
2 – 0 |
Predicted lineups
Key battles to watch
| St. Mirren | Kilmarnock | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| St. Mirren | Kilmarnock | Mikael Mandron against Findlay Curtis could be important because St. Mirren will want their main forward to pin Kilmarnock back and create space for others. |
| St. Mirren | Kilmarnock | Allan Campbell against Aaron Tshibola looks like a key midfield duel, with both sides needing control in the centre of the pitch. |
| St. Mirren | Kilmarnock | Mikael Mandron is key for St. Mirren because he gives them a direct attacking outlet and a focal point in the box. |
| St. Mirren | Kilmarnock | Bruce Anderson is key for Kilmarnock because he is the main attacking reference in their front three and can turn chances into goals. |
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Dundee vs Livingston
Kick-off: Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST
Dundee vs Livingston Best Odds
Short form guide
The full-time probabilities keep Dundee vs Livingston firmly in the competitive category, especially with the draw sitting at 25.70%. This is the type of match where control of territory and the first major chance could shape the rest of the afternoon. The score prediction is 1-1.
There is no extreme goal signal in the prediction stats, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 54.68%, No 45.32% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 51.58%, Under 48.42%. The match could therefore swing on finishing quality rather than a clear pre-match scoring trend.
Recent results
Dundee last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 02/05/26 | Dundee vs St. Mirren |
1 – 0 |
| Premiership | 26/04/26 | Dundee United vs Dundee |
3 – 0 |
| Premiership | 11/04/26 | Kilmarnock vs Dundee |
2 – 2 |
Livingston last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 01/05/26 | Livingston vs Aberdeen |
2 – 2 |
| Premiership | 25/04/26 | St. Mirren vs Livingston |
0 – 2 |
| Premiership | 05/04/26 | Livingston vs  Hearts |
2 – 2 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 14/02/26 | Dundee vs Livingston |
2 – 2 |
| Premiership | 13/12/25 | Livingston vs Dundee |
2 – 2 |
| Premiership | 20/09/25 | Dundee vs Livingston |
3 – 2 |
Predicted lineups
Key battles to watch
| Dundee | Livingston | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Dundee | Livingston | Simon Murray will look to pin Brooklyn Kabongolo and make the most of any space in behind Livingston’s back three. |
| Dundee | Livingston | Cameron Congreve’s ability to carry the ball and find pockets could be important against Cristian Montano. |
| Dundee | Livingston | Simon Murray is key for Dundee because he is the main attacking reference point in their predicted shape. |
| Dundee | Livingston | Joel Nouble is key for Livingston because he gives them a central outlet and a focal point for attacks. |
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Aberdeen vs Dundee United
Kick-off: Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST
Aberdeen vs Dundee United Best Odds
Short form guide
The result market leans towards Aberdeen, who are rated at 50.44% in the full-time probabilities. Dundee United are not out of the picture, but they may need a sharper start and better efficiency in the final third to shift the match away from that forecast. The score prediction is 2-1.
There is no extreme goal signal in the prediction stats, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 53.91%, No 46.09% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 52.40%, Under 47.60%. The match could therefore swing on finishing quality rather than a clear pre-match scoring trend.
Recent results
Aberdeen last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 01/05/26 | Livingston vs Aberdeen |
2 – 2 |
| Premiership | 25/04/26 | Aberdeen vs Kilmarnock |
1 – 0 |
| Premiership | 11/04/26 | Aberdeen vs  Hibernian |
2 – 0 |
Dundee United last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 02/05/26 | Kilmarnock vs Dundee United |
3 – 0 |
| Premiership | 26/04/26 | Dundee United vs Dundee |
3 – 0 |
| Premiership | 11/04/26 | Dundee United vs Livingston |
3 – 2 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 24/02/26 | Dundee United vs Aberdeen |
0 – 0 |
| Premiership | 27/12/25 | Aberdeen vs Dundee United |
1 – 1 |
| Premiership | 23/09/25 | Dundee United vs Aberdeen |
2 – 0 |
Predicted lineups
Key battles to watch
| Aberdeen | Dundee United | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | Dundee United | Kevin Nisbet against Krisztián Keresztes could be decisive if Aberdeen can get Nisbet into central scoring areas. |
| Aberdeen | Dundee United | Afeez Aremu against Dario Naamo looks important in midfield because the side that settles that duel should control more of the game. |
| Aberdeen | Dundee United | Kevin Nisbet is key for Aberdeen because he has been in the predicted line-up and gives them a direct goal threat. |
| Aberdeen | Dundee United | Max Watters is key for Dundee United because he leads their attacking line and offers their clearest route to goal. |
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Falkirk vs Hibernian
Kick-off: Sat 9 May 2026 15:00 BST
Falkirk vs Hibernian Best Odds
Short form guide
Falkirk vs Hibernian has a balanced result profile, with the draw probability at 25.45%. That makes the predicted scoreline important, because the numbers suggest a fixture where neither side is expected to run away with the match. The score prediction is 1-1.
The goals profile gives the fixture attacking appeal, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 56.94%, No 43.06% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 54.85%, Under 45.15%. That suggests both teams have enough route to goal to make defensive concentration as important as finishing quality.
Recent results
Falkirk last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 02/05/26 |  Falkirk vs  Motherwell |
1 – 0 |
| Premiership | 25/04/26 | Celtic vs Falkirk |
3 – 1 |
| Premiership | 12/04/26 | Falkirk vs  Rangers |
3 – 6 |
Hibernian last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 03/05/26 | Hibernian vs Celtic |
1 – 2 |
| Premiership | 26/04/26 | Hibernian vs Hearts |
1 – 2 |
| Premiership | 11/04/26 | Aberdeen vs Hibernian |
2 – 0 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 24/01/26 | Falkirk vs Hibernian |
4 – 1 |
| Premiership | 06/12/25 | Hibernian vs Falkirk |
3 – 0 |
| Premiership | 23/09/25 | Falkirk vs Hibernian |
2 – 2 |
Predicted lineups
Key battles to watch
| Falkirk | Hibernian | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Falkirk | Hibernian | Barney Stewart will need to work hard against Jack Iredale if Falkirk are to hold the ball up and turn attacks into something more dangerous. |
| Falkirk | Hibernian | Ben Broggio against Joe Newell could shape the midfield battle, with both players likely important to how each side moves the ball. |
| Falkirk | Hibernian | Barney Stewart is key for Falkirk because he is the main attacking reference point in their 4-2-3-1 and the player most likely to finish moves. |
| Falkirk | Hibernian | Jamie McGrath is key for Hibernian because he links midfield and attack, and his role behind the forwards should help them create chances. |
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Motherwell vs Hearts
Kick-off: Sat 9 May 2026 20:00 BST
Motherwell vs Hearts Best Odds
Short form guide
Motherwell vs Hearts reads as one of the more finely balanced games in the round-up, with the draw percentage making a level match realistic. The prediction should therefore be viewed alongside the tactical setup rather than as a simple favourite-versus-outsider call. The score prediction is 1-1.
The attacking outlook is measured rather than aggressive, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 54.21%, No 45.79% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 49.68%, Under 50.28%. That puts extra value on the first goal and on avoiding cheap turnovers in dangerous areas.
Recent results
Motherwell last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 02/05/26 | Falkirk vs Motherwell |
1 – 0 |
| Premiership | 26/04/26 | Rangers vs Motherwell |
2 – 3 |
| Premiership | 04/04/26 | Motherwell vs Falkirk |
2 – 3 |
Hearts last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 04/05/26 | Hearts vs Rangers |
2 – 1 |
| Premiership | 26/04/26 | Hibernian vs Hearts |
1 – 2 |
| Premiership | 05/04/26 | Livingston vs Hearts |
2 – 2 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 11/04/26 | Hearts vs Motherwell |
3 – 1 |
| Premiership | 29/11/25 | Motherwell vs Hearts |
0 – 0 |
| Premiership | 23/08/25 | Hearts vs Motherwell |
3 – 3 |
Predicted lineups
Key battles to watch
| Motherwell | Hearts | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Motherwell | Hearts | Elijah Just against Craig Halkett could decide whether Motherwell can turn possession into chances in the final third. |
| Motherwell | Hearts | Callum Slattery against Alexandros Kyziridis looks important because the midfield balance may shape who controls the tempo. |
| Motherwell | Hearts | Elijah Just is key for Motherwell because he is the main attacking reference in their predicted shape. |
| Motherwell | Hearts | Cláudio Braga is key for Hearts because he offers a direct goal threat in a side that has been scoring regularly. |
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Best Odds
St. Mirren vs Kilmarnock
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-08 12:20:13
Dundee vs Livingston
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-08 12:22:18
Aberdeen vs Dundee United
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-08 12:20:15
Falkirk vs Hibernian
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-08 12:21:21
Motherwell vs Hearts
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-08 12:21:54
