Probable Lineups
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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.4)
6.6
Average Ratings
6.7
(6.5)
27.6
Average Age
27.6
181.7
Average Height (cm)
181.9
(0.7)
0.6
Shots pg
1.1
(1)
(51%)
54%
Aerial Duel Success
49%
(51%)
(0.5)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.6
(0.7)
(1.3)
1.1
Tackles pg
1
(1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Premiership.
Missing Players
St. Johnstone
Hibernian
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam McClelland | Out | 5.83 | |
| Uche Ikpeazu | Doubtful | N/A | |
| Cammy MacPherson | Doubtful | 6.33 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kieron Bowie | Out | 6.5 | |
| Marvin Ekpiteta | Doubtful | 6.82 | |
| Rudi Molotnikov | Doubtful | 6.2 | |
| Mykola Kuharevich | Doubtful | 6.4 |
Team News
St. Johnstone
Hibernian
- St Johnstone boss Simo Valakari named five changes to the Saints side that lost 2-1 to Dundee United at McDiarmid Park on Boxing Day, before they were smashed 4-0 by Celtic at Parkhead in their final fixture of 2024.
- Josh Rae continued in goal. Kyle Cameron started in the trio of centre-backs alongside Jack Sanders and Bozo Mikulic. Incoming duo Andre Raymond and Fran Franczak started as the wing-backs, as Drey Wright and David Keltjens made way.
- Matt Smith and Aaron Essel accompanied Sven Sprangler in midfield, replacing Graham Carey and Jason Holt. Nicky Clark took Benji Kimpioka's place to support lone striker Makenzie Kirk.
- Hibernian manager David Gray named two changes to the Hibs team that was victorious on derby day with a 2-1 victory over Hearts at Tynecastle on Boxing Day, before a sole goal success over Kilmarnock at Easter Road.
- Goalkeeper Jordan Smith kept his place between the sticks. Jack Iredale, Rocky Bushiri and Lewis Miller, who replaced Warren O'Hora, made up the Hibees' backline. Chris Cadden remained at right wing-back, as his brother Nicky was on the left flank.
- Club captain Joe Newell and Nectarios Traintis were chosen in midfield once again. Josh Campbell supported Martin Boyle and Junior Hoilett in the Hibs attack, as Elie Youan dropped out of the squad and derby day hero Dwight Gayle was on the bench.
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