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Aberdeen vs Kilmarnock

Scottish PremiershipSaturday, 5 September 202614:00 UTCPittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen
AberdeenAberdeen(H)
vs
(A)KilmarnockKilmarnock

Match Prediction

We say:

ABE 22 KIL

Betting Tip

Combo Double chance : Aberdeen or draw and +1.5 goals

Win Probability

63%
23%
14%
ABE 63%Draw 23%14% KIL
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Match Preview

Recent form suggests Aberdeen are on a positive trajectory — 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses in their last 5. With 5 goals from 5 matches, their attack has been somewhat inconsistent, while defensively they have conceded relatively few (1.4 per game). At the back, they have been showing signs of vulnerability, conceding 1.4 goals per game on average.

On the other side, Kilmarnock have had a contrasting run of results. Kilmarnock head into this fixture low on confidence after collecting 3 points from a possible 15 in their last 5. They have scored at a steady rate averaging 1.4 goals per game, while conceding 3.2. History between these two shows 5 home wins, 1 away wins and 0 draws from 6 meetings. Goals have been at a reasonable level, with an average of 2.2 per game.

Kilmarnock have been the more prolific side in front of goal recently, but Kilmarnock boast the stronger defensive record. The contrasting styles could make for a fascinating tactical battle. This is a difficult one to call, with both sides evenly matched on recent form. The game could hinge on a single moment of quality or a defensive lapse.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the model suggesting a draw is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 2-2 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 45%. Kick-off in the Scottish Premiership awaits.

Aberdeen Key Points

  • Home advantage at familiar venue
  • Strong attacking transitions
  • Set-piece efficiency

Kilmarnock Key Points

  • Compact defensive structure
  • Counter-attacking speed
  • Midfield press resistance

Team News

Projected Lineups

AberdeenAberdeenFormation: 4-2-3-1Predicted
27
M. MullerGK
23
L. MayoDEF
24
N. Guinness-WalkerDEF
28
C. CaddenDEF
26
D. HappeDEF
20
T. OlusanyaMID
32
A. AremuMID
7
T. YoganeMID
25
C. RonanMID
31
M. NteloMID
15
K. NisbetFWD

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
16 D. Lobban(DEF)22 J. Milne(DEF)17 S. Armstrong(MID)10 A. Briedl(MID)8 B. Lyons(MID)29 K. Kjartansson(MID)11 L. Smith(FWD)
KilmarnockKilmarnockFormation: 4-4-2Predicted
10
T. John-JulesFWD
9
J. HugillFWD
18
T. LoweryMID
20
N. ClescencoMID
11
G. KiltieMID
5
M. O'HaraMID
21
M. Schjonning-LarsenDEF
6
R. DeasDEF
8
E. RingDEF
14
G. StangerDEF
1
M. StryjekGK

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
12 C. Ferrie(GK)19 J. Meier(DEF)4 C. McCarthy(DEF)25 E. Schilte-Brown(DEF)39 E. Bowie(DEF)2 J. Brandon(DEF)15 J. Yfeko(DEF)

Subject to last-minute changes


Head-to-Head

4 Aberdeen wins0 draws2 Kilmarnock wins
DateCompetitionHomeScoreAway
2026-04-25PremiershipAberdeen1 - 0Kilmarnock
2026-01-31PremiershipKilmarnock3 - 0Aberdeen
2025-12-14PremiershipAberdeen2 - 1Kilmarnock
2025-10-29PremiershipKilmarnock0 - 1Aberdeen
2025-02-22PremiershipAberdeen1 - 0Kilmarnock
2024-12-26PremiershipKilmarnock4 - 0Aberdeen

Aberdeen — Last 5 Matches

WLWLL
Heart Of Midlothian2-1
Premiership
Dundee0-2
Premiership
Dundee3-0
League Cup
Rangers0-1
Premiership
Celtic0-3
Premiership

Kilmarnock — Last 5 Matches

LLWLL
ST Johnstone3-4
Premiership
Celtic1-5
Premiership
Ayr Utd3-2
League Cup
Dundee Utd0-4
Premiership
ST Mirren0-1
Premiership

Aberdeen — Next 5 Matches

Aberdeen vs KilmarnockSat 5 Sept
Scottish Premiership
Kilmarnock vs AberdeenSat 12 Sept
League Cup
Motherwell vs AberdeenTue 15 Sept
Scottish Premiership
Hibernian vs AberdeenSat 19 Sept
Scottish Premiership
Aberdeen vs ST JohnstoneSat 10 Oct
Scottish Premiership

Kilmarnock — Next 5 Matches

Aberdeen vs KilmarnockSat 5 Sept
Scottish Premiership
Kilmarnock vs AberdeenSat 12 Sept
League Cup
Hibernian vs KilmarnockTue 15 Sept
Scottish Premiership
Kilmarnock vs Heart Of MidlothianSat 19 Sept
Scottish Premiership
Rangers vs KilmarnockSat 10 Oct
Scottish Premiership

Match Odds

BookmakerHomeDrawAway
10Bet1.733.854.33
William Hill1.703.704.40
Bet3651.703.804.33
Marathonbet1.693.844.55
Unibet1.773.653.95
BetVictor1.673.804.40
Pinnacle1.723.904.63
1xBet1.713.844.50
Betano1.753.904.50
Dafabet1.744.104.60

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