Hibernian vs St. Mirren Prediction & Betting Tips (14 February)

Hibernian approach this clash with a mixture of renewed confidence and lingering frustration after a turbulent run of fixtures in recent weeks. Their 3–1 win away at Kilmarnock earlier in January showed flashes of the attacking sharpness they have been trying to rediscover, while the 1–1 draw with Motherwell a week later highlighted their inconsistency in closing out matches. Injuries have also shaped their preparations, with Jordan Obita, Grant Hanley and Josh Mulligan all sidelined, and late fitness checks required for Jamie McGrath and Warren O’Hora. Yahoo Sports Canada The upcoming schedule has been demanding, including a Scottish Cup exit to Dunfermline and a looming run of league fixtures against Rangers, Dundee United and Hearts, all of which have forced David Gray to rotate heavily and rethink his tactical approach. FotMob

St. Mirren, meanwhile, have endured a mixed spell of their own, marked by narrow defeats and moments of genuine resilience. Their dramatic 1–0 victory over Hearts, sealed by Miguel Freckleton’s late header, was a much‑needed boost after a difficult stretch without league wins. Sky Sports Yet frustration has been a recurring theme, particularly in their meetings with Hibernian, where VAR interventions recently denied them two goals in a 3–0 home defeat. HeraldScotland Stephen Robinson has been vocal about the fine margins affecting his side, and the squad’s confidence has fluctuated as they prepare for a demanding February schedule that includes matches against Kilmarnock, Hibs, Motherwell and Livingston. St.Mirren Football Club

The recent head‑to‑head encounters between these sides add an intriguing layer to this fixture. Hibs’ emphatic 3–0 win in Paisley back in November ended an eight‑match winless run against St. Mirren and showcased their ability to exploit defensive lapses with clinical finishing from Josh Mulligan, Chris Cadden and Miguel Chaiwa. Hibernian FC St. Mirren, however, have shown they can trouble stronger sides when their pressing game clicks, as seen in their spirited performances against Hearts and in several tight matches where only marginal offside calls or late goals separated them from better results. Both teams arrive with something to prove, and their contrasting recent form suggests a contest shaped by momentum swings rather than sustained dominance.

Taking all these factors into account—the injury concerns at Hibs, St. Mirren’s struggle for consistency, the emotional weight of recent VAR controversies and the tactical adjustments both managers have been forced to make—this matchup feels primed for a competitive and tense ninety minutes. Hibs’ slightly stronger attacking rhythm and St. Mirren’s vulnerability in key defensive moments tilt the balance just enough to suggest a narrow outcome. With that in mind, the predicted correct score for this encounter is 2–1 in favour of Hibernian.