Predictions for the Premiership game Motherwell FC vs. St. Mirren FC
Motherwell FC - St. Mirren FC betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
Motherwell FC host St. Mirren FC at Fir Park on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 in Premiership Matchday 12. Don Robertson will referee a meeting between two sides looking to turn recent draws into a more convincing run of results. Motherwell sit 10th on nine points, while St. Mirren are seventh with 14.
Our betting tips for Motherwell vs St. Mirren
- Home win — Motherwell FC (Tip 1), odds 1.80
Motherwell’s overall form is poor, but the home side have the advantage of playing at Fir Park and are priced as favourites. Their recent 2-2 draw away to St. Johnstone offers a small sign of resilience after a difficult sequence. St. Mirren have collected more points this season, yet their away record is mixed, with two wins and three defeats from five. For today’s football prediction, a home win is a cautious choice based on the market’s assessment and Motherwell’s opportunity to make home advantage count. - Both teams to score — Yes, odds 1.57
The teams’ defensive records leave room for goals at both ends: Motherwell have conceded 20 in 11 league matches, while St. Mirren have let in 19. Their latest meetings have also produced an open contest, with the most recent ending 3-3. Both sides scored in their latest games, too, as Motherwell drew 2-2 and St. Mirren drew 1-1. This sports betting tip carries a shorter price, but the available form and head-to-head evidence support the possibility that each team finds the net.
These betting tips today are based on the supplied form and odds; as always, consider the risk before placing a bet.
Comparing the best odds for the fixture
The listed prices make the home win available at 1.80 with Paripesa. The draw is offered at 3.95 by Afropari, which also lists St. Mirren to win at 3.95. For both teams to score, Bet365 has Yes at 1.57, while Mozzart offers No at 2.35. These odds show the home side as the market favourite, although the visitors’ higher league position means the match should not be treated as a certainty. Our experience comparing bookmakers is useful for assessing how prices differ across markets, and readers can explore our betting sites page for further options. Odds can change, so check the latest prices and terms before placing a wager.
Motherwell FC performance check
Motherwell come into this match needing a lift after a challenging spell. Across their last five games in all competitions, they have recorded no wins, one draw and four defeats. Their most recent outing brought a 2-2 draw away to St. Johnstone, a result that at least showed they could score twice and avoid another loss. In the Premiership, Alfred Johansson’s side have nine points from 11 matches, with two wins, three draws and six defeats. They have scored 13 goals and conceded 20, leaving them with a negative goal difference.
The home record is a particular concern: one win, one draw and three defeats from five league games at Fir Park. Still, playing at home gives Motherwell a chance to reset, and their latest draw may provide a little confidence in attack. They will need greater defensive discipline if they are to take all three points, especially against a St. Mirren team that has shown it can score on the road. A more balanced performance than their recent run would make the home-win selection look more credible.
St. Mirren’s current form and league position
St. Mirren arrive in seventh place with 14 points, five more than their hosts. Craig McLeish’s side have won four, drawn two and lost five of their 11 Premiership matches. Their goal tally stands at 12 scored and 19 conceded, suggesting that they have often been involved in close contests but have not consistently kept opponents out. Their last five matches across all competitions have yielded one win, one draw and three defeats.
The visitors’ latest result was a 1-1 home draw against Hibernian. That followed a mixed run, and the away figures offer both encouragement and caution: St. Mirren have won twice and lost three times in five league trips, with no draws. They have demonstrated the ability to collect points away from home, but they have not been reliably consistent. The gap in the table gives them a stronger season-long platform than Motherwell, yet their recent results do not make them an obvious choice to dominate at Fir Park.
The last direct duels
The latest meeting between these clubs ended 3-3, both in all competitions and in the Premiership. That high-scoring draw is a useful reminder that the teams can create chances against one another, while also highlighting the potential for defensive openings. Across the last five head-to-head matches in all competitions, Motherwell have won twice, St. Mirren once, and two games have finished level. The record is therefore close, with neither side holding a decisive recent advantage.
That history supports the both-teams-to-score selection, though a single 3-3 result should not be treated as a guarantee of another goal-heavy encounter. The broader defensive figures for both teams add weight to the possibility of scoring at both ends. At the same time, the balanced head-to-head record suggests this fixture could remain competitive, particularly if St. Mirren’s higher league position helps them settle into the game.
Match conclusion and prediction
St. Mirren have the better points total and a higher position in the table, but neither team arrives in strong form. Motherwell’s four defeats in their last five are a clear concern, and their home record has been modest. Even so, they have the home setting and are backed by the shortest listed match price. Their 2-2 draw last time out may offer a platform to build on, while St. Mirren’s own recent 1-1 draw and inconsistent away results leave the contest open.
Our main prediction is a Motherwell home win, with the visitors capable of making the match difficult. The secondary betting tip is both teams to score, given the sides’ defensive records and recent scoring results. These are informed predictions rather than guarantees: match outcomes are uncertain, and bets should be placed responsibly.
Looking ahead to more football tips
If you are following more fixtures after this Premiership encounter, our betting tips for tomorrow can help you compare predictions across upcoming matches. Keep an eye on team news and odds updates closer to kick-off, as late changes can affect both the likely match pattern and the value of a selection.
Performance
Motherwell FC performance of the last 5 home matches
St. Mirren FC performance of the last 5 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
Celtic Glasgow
|
28 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 8 | 19 |
|
2
|
Rangers FC
|
24 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 19 | 9 | 10 |
|
3
|
Heart of Midlothian FC
|
20 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 24 | 17 | 7 |
|
4
|
Dundee FC
|
17 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 13 | 4 |
|
5
|
Dundee United
|
16 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
|
6
|
Falkirk FC
|
15 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 12 | 1 |
|
7
|
St. Mirren FC
|
14 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 19 | -7 |
|
8
|
St. Johnstone FC
|
13 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 17 | -4 |
|
9
|
Aberdeen FC
|
11 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 14 | -2 |
|
10
|
Motherwell FC
|
9 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 20 | -7 |
|
11
|
Hibernian FC
|
8 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 17 | -6 |
|
12
|
Kilmarnock FC
|
8 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 26 | -15 |
- Championship Round
- Relegation Round