Football Stats Hub

Hamilton Academical crestHamilton Academical
v
Peterhead crestPeterhead

League One | Sat 03 Oct, 17:30

Hamilton Academical v Peterhead Stats

Data last updated: Fri 02 Oct 2026, 10:40 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Hamilton Academical, sitting second in League One, host Peterhead who are eighth, in a fixture where the home side's recent form is markedly stronger with 13 points from recent matches compared to Peterhead's single point. Hamilton's defensive solidity is notable, conceding just 0.2 goals per game, while Peterhead have struggled defensively, allowing 2.4 goals per game. Despite this, Peterhead's attacking threat is evident in their high Over 2.5 Goals rate of 80%, suggesting they can challenge Hamilton's defense. The match promises tactical intrigue as Hamilton seek to maintain their promotion push and Peterhead aim to upset the .

BT4Y best bet

Peterhead Draw No Bet

  • Peterhead offers strong value on Draw No Bet with a of 42% versus an implied 20.8%.
  • Hamilton Academical have a robust defense, conceding only 0.2 goals per game recently.
  • Peterhead's Over 2.5 Goals rate is high at 80%, indicating attacking potential despite poor form.
  • Recent form heavily favors Hamilton with 13 points compared to Peterhead's 1 point.
  • Head-to-head matches average 3.4 goals, supporting a potentially open game.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies Peterhead Draw No Bet as a strong value selection due to the significant gap between the model's 42% chance and the market's implied 20.8% chance, indicating the underestimate Peterhead's resilience. While Hamilton's recent form and defensive record are superior, Peterhead's capacity to score and the high-scoring nature of recent head-to-heads suggest this bet offers a balanced risk-reward profile. The data quality is solid, with no limitations affecting the analysis.

Model Chance vs Implied Chance35.8% model chance vs 20.8% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Peterhead Defensive Record2.4 goals conceded per game
Negative
Hamilton Defensive Record0.2 goals conceded per game
Positive
Recent Form PointsHamilton 13, Peterhead 1
Negative
Over 2.5 Goals Rate (Peterhead)80%
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Peterhead Draw No Bet is a tactical choice reflecting Peterhead's ability to avoid defeat despite recent struggles. Hamilton's defensive strength contrasts with Peterhead's attacking potential, making the draw no bet a prudent option to mitigate risk while backing Peterhead's resilience. The data supports this as a balanced pick with upside if Peterhead can capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · value and tactical resilience

“Backing Peterhead on a Draw No Bet basis captures the value in their resilience and attacking threat despite recent form challenges. It’s a smart way to engage with the fixture’s competitive balance.”

Key Data Signals

Peterhead Draw No Bet evidence

Peterhead offers strong value on Draw No Bet with a of 42% versus an implied 20.8%.

Hamilton Academical have a robust defense, conceding only 0.2 goals per game recently.

Peterhead's Over 2.5 Goals rate is high at 80%, indicating attacking potential despite poor form.

Recent form heavily favors Hamilton with 13 points compared to Peterhead's 1 point.

What To Watch In The Data

Peterhead Draw No Bet notes

  • The last five head-to-head matches average 3.4 goals, indicating a trend toward open, high-tempo games.
  • Peterhead's 80% Over 2.5 Goals rate aligns with this, suggesting the fixture often features multiple goals, driven by attacking transitions and defensive gaps.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Hamilton Academical2
Avg goals scored
Peterhead0.6
Hamilton Academical0.2
Avg goals conceded
Peterhead2.4
Hamilton Academical20%
BTTS rate
Peterhead60%
Hamilton Academical40%
Over 2.5 goals
Peterhead80%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 57% vs implied 50% · edge +6.7 pts
2
Check odds @ 2
Load more odds for this section
Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 80%
1.2
Check odds @ 1.2
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 62%
1.67
Check odds @ 1.67
Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 44%
2.62
Check odds @ 2.62
Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 42%
2.15
Check odds @ 2.15
BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 47%
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
Both teams to score is unlikely given Hamilton's strong defensive record and low BTTS rate of 20%, contrasted with Peterhead's higher BTTS rate of 60%. The controlled goals context points to a low-scoring match with limited goal exchanges, favoring a cautious approach on goals markets.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickPeterhead Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 36% vs implied 21% · edge +15 pts
4.8
Check odds @ 4.8
Load more odds for this section
BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 57%
2
Check odds @ 2
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 62%
1.67
Check odds @ 1.67
Peterhead to WinBetMGM guide price · model 23%
8.5
Check odds @ 8.5
Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price
1.44
Check odds @ 1.44
The 35.8% for Peterhead Draw No Bet sits against roughly 20.8% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Hamilton Academical have the stronger recent points return, taking 13 points from the sample compared with 1 for Peterhead.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Hamilton Academical

WWWDW
Last 54W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 106W 1D 0L
19 Sep 2026H Queen of the South4-1
05 Sep 2026A East Kilbride1-0
29 Aug 2026H Cove Rangers1-0
22 Aug 2026A East Fife0-0
15 Aug 2026H Airdrie United4-0

Peterhead

LLLDL
Last 50W 1D 4L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 1D 5L
19 Sep 2026H Airdrie United1-2
12 Sep 2026A East Kilbride1-3
05 Sep 2026H Montrose0-3
29 Aug 2026A Alloa Athletic1-1
22 Aug 2026A Cove Rangers0-3
Market aligned with main pickPeterhead Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 36% vs implied 21% · edge +15 pts
4.8
Check odds @ 4.8
Load more odds for this section
Away / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 45%
2.88
Check odds @ 2.88
Peterhead to WinBetMGM guide price · model 23%
8.5
Check odds @ 8.5
Recent form heavily favors Hamilton Academical with 13 points from recent matches, reflecting strong momentum and defensive solidity. Peterhead's solitary point highlights struggles, but their attacking statistics suggest they remain capable of challenging defensively, supporting the Draw No Bet angle.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Hamilton Academical Over 2.5
80%Peterhead Over 2.5
3.4H2H avg goals
The last five head-to-head matches average 3.4 goals, indicating a trend toward open, high-tempo games. Peterhead's 80% Over 2.5 Goals rate aligns with this, suggesting the fixture often features multiple goals, driven by attacking transitions and defensive gaps.

Loading deeper match data…