- Rangers have won 11, drawn 5 and lost just 2 of their 18 Premiership Championship Round home games.
- Hibernian have a balanced road record in the Premiership Championship Round (W6, D6, L6).
- Rangers have won 3 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings (D2, L0), during which Hibernian have failed to win any of the games (W0, D2, L3).
Tactical styles to create a lively clash
With both sides occupying third and fifth spots, there will be no love lost in Wednesday’s Championship Round clash between Glasgow Rangers FC and Hibernian FC. David Gray’s men have been a match for Rangers since the turn of the year, but the Glasgow Rangers FC vs Hibernian FC prediction has often favored the Gers, who have dominated the head-to-head record between these sides over the last three months.
Rangers were held to a 0-0 draw by Hibs on their last visit there three months ago. Rangers have since recorded two wins and suffered one defeat from their last three fixtures at Ibrox, while Hibs ended a two-game losing streak with a 3-1 away win against Falkirk last time out.
Röhl has certainly increased the pressing intensity and tactical flexibility that his side play with, but they are still adapting to his structured, possession-based approach. The Gers like to overload the centre of the field with narrow midfield shapes and advanced full-backs, looking to play controlled possession football where they can, but transitioning quickly when necessary.
This Glasgow Rangers FC vs Hibernian FC preview looks at Gray’s Hibs, who have operated with a more rigid system this season, preferring a back three in possession with a lot of energy in the wide areas as his wing-backs push forward. The Edinburgh club press high and look to get at their opponents in transition, while Campbell’s late runs and set-piece ability have made him a constant threat, especially against opposition who push high.
Rangers can hold onto the head-to-head edge
Rangers are heavy favorites at 1.37 in this one, with Hibs at long odds of 7.22 and the draw is priced at 5.2. With both of these sides in good overall form, but also capable of blowing it at any minute, our Glasgow Rangers FC vs Hibernian FC prediction is that the draw makes the most appeal in the outright market.
However, this Glasgow Rangers FC vs Hibernian FC betting tips analysis shows that Rangers’ vastly superior home record in the Championship Round and dominance in the recent head-to-heads suggests that the hosts should have the quality and energy to edge this one, even if Hibs’ combative style and willingness to commit men forward means we could have a few exciting moments.
Sterling’s star could rise
Sterling has been a major threat from midfield for Rangers in the Championship Round, providing an attacking drive that can unlock the back three that Gray prefers to set up his side in. The Jamaican international has been their most consistent goal threat, netting 1 goal in 2 Championship Round matches.
The Glasgow Rangers FC vs Hibernian FC prediction is further informed by the fact that Hibs have scored 24 and conceded 24 goals in their 18 away games in the Championship Round, averaging 1.33 goals scored and 1.33 goals conceded per game. The Edinburgh side aren’t known for their open away games, so over 2.5 goals at 1.5 looks very short, but there’s enough difference in the quality of these teams to think Rangers can force the issue on Wednesday.
