Hamilton Academical
- Hamilton have won 4 of their last 5 games in all competitions.
- Hamilton sit second with 14 points from 8 games.
- The Accies are riding a 3-game winning streak.
- Recent wins include a 2-0 home victory over Stenhousemuir and a 4-0 away win at Kelty Hearts.
- John Rankin has re-energised his club’s identity in recent weeks.
- Hamilton play a wide, tempo-based game that includes elements of pressing.
- Their approach relies on width, graft, aggression and quick transitions.
Inverness Caledonian Thistle
- Inverness top the table with 16 points from 8 games.
- Inverness have won 5 in a row.
- Recent wins include a 6-0 thrashing of Dundee FC II and a 4-1 win over East Fife.
- Scott Kellacher’s switch to Inverness has been transformational.
- His emphasis on a high-intensity press and possession-based football that flows into transitions has made them a front-foot outfit.
- Inverness have won all 4 of their away League One games.
Head-to-Head
Hamilton have won the last 2 meetings between these sides, including a 3-2 win last season, and our Hamilton Academical FC vs Inverness Caledonian Thistle prediction is that this matchup will be closely contested once again.
Key Players
- David Wotherspoon (Inverness)
- 4 goals in 8 for Inverness in League One.
- Oliver Shaw (Hamilton)
- 4 goals in 8 and can be their difference-maker.
Betting Insights
This section provides the Hamilton Academical FC vs Inverness Caledonian Thistle betting tips for those looking for smart value plays and informed choices on this fixture.
- Odds: Inverness 2.1, Hamilton 2.95, Draw3.2.
- Hamilton have conceded just 2 goals in 4 home fixtures.
- The Under 2.5 goals market looks like value at 1.72.
Prediction
- Expect a hard-fought, scrappy game with the midfield and transitions pivotal.
- Back a draw for small stakes.
- Consider the Under 2.5 goals market as a value play.