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Montrose vs Hamilton

Scotland Scotland

League One 2025/2026 Links Park
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AI Match Summary

Montrose play Hamilton in the League One 2025/2026. It looks like a close match. Recently, Montrose averaged 1.59 goals scored and 1.69 conceded. Hamilton averaged 1.38 goals scored and 1.55 conceded. In past meetings, Montrose won 0, Hamilton won 4, and they drew 1. Their last match on Apr 18, 2026 ended 0:2. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.00 for Montrose and 1.94 for Hamilton. This points to a Hamilton double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

34%
Montrose
27%
Draws
39%
Hamilton
Draw rate projection: 27% Favored: Hamilton

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

71% / Medium Confidence
  • Montrose picked up more points recently compared to Hamilton.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.00 vs 1.94 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the visitors.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 59%).

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 90%
Over 1.5 Goals 86%
Over 2.5 Goals 59%
Over 3.5 Goals 35%
Over 4.5 Goals 18%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 63%
Montrose Clean Sheet 10%
Hamilton Clean Sheet 15%
First Half Goal 77%
Second Half Goal 82%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Montrose Hamilton
Matches Played 29 29
Wins 10 11
Draws 9 8
Losses 10 10
Goals Scored 1.59 1.38
Goals Conceded 1.69 1.55
Expected Goals (xG) 0.88 2.13
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.75 1.13

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Apr 18, 2026 League One
Montrose vs Hamilton
0:2
Feb 28, 2026 League One
Hamilton vs Montrose
1:1
Oct 18, 2025 League One
Montrose vs Hamilton
0:4
Aug 2, 2025 League One
Hamilton vs Montrose
2:0
Apr 20, 2024 League One
Montrose vs Hamilton
1:2

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Montrose Compare

Avg xG / game 0.68
Avg xA / game 0.44

Hamilton Compare

Top Goalscorer MacDonald K.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Hutton Z.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.94
Avg xA / game 1.18

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Montrose 33 / 100
Hamilton 38 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Montrose Hamilton

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: Hamilton or Draw (X2)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Draw (HT)
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +30.9%
3.85
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +11.5%
1.89
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Montrose attacking → ← attacking Hamilton

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Montrose scored in 90% of their last 29 games.

Hamilton let in goals in 72% of their last 29 matches.

Games between these two average 2.60 goals.

Montrose went unbeaten in 3 of their last 5 games.

Hamilton lost 0 of their last 5 games.

Match Risk Analysis

Assessing potential disruptors and external variables affecting prediction reliability

Risk Level: Moderate
Risk Factor

Busy schedule: Managers might rest key players, which can affect team cohesion.

Risk Factor

Regular league game. Both sides need the points to climb the table.

Risk Factor

Pressure: A tense match where mistakes or cards can change things quickly.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

39 Points in last 5 41
0.88 Goals expected (xG) 2.13
1.75 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 1.13

League Standings

PosTeam P W D L GD Pts
1Inverness362111460:2469
2Stenhousemuir361813550:2767
3Queen of the South3614121058:4754
4Alloa361581350:3853
5Peterhead361271748:6443
6Montrose361191648:6742
7Cove Rangers369111641:4438
8East Fife36991834:6136
9Hamilton361671354:4234
10Kelty Hearts366111933:6229