Motherwell vs Dundee United Prediction & Stats | Scottish Premiership | 02/09
The encounter between Motherwell and Dundee United is set to kick off at 19:45 on Wednesday, 02/09.
This Scottish Premiership fixture offers an intriguing clash of form and tactics, with both sides eager to make a statement at this stage of the season.
Read our full prediction below and get some of the best betting insights based on statistics.
Our Recommended Bet
Our analysts at Betting.co.uk have examined key metrics and modelled the most likely match outcomes based on both teams' recent performance data.
This includes historical trends, home and away statistics, and efficiency in front of goal.
Have a look at our recommended bet and key insights below.
Recommended Bet
Under 2.5 Goals
Why we predict under 2.5 Goals
Our tip is Under 2.5 Goals for the Motherwell vs Dundee United matchup.
We anticipate a balanced game with both teams focusing on structure rather than risk-taking. Chances may be rare, leading to a result with two or fewer total goals.
Key Betting Insights
Motherwell
Scored 5 goals in their last 5 matches
5 matches against Dundee United ended in a draw
Under 10.5 corners landed in 5 of Motherwell's last 5 matches
Dundee United
Scored 6 goals in their last 5 matches
5 matches against Motherwell ended in a draw
Conceded in 4 of their last 5 matches
Under 2.5 Goals: 11/10
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Motherwell Preview
Motherwell has completed 2 fixtures in the Scottish Premiership, securing 1 wins, 1 draws, and 0 losses — an average of 2 points per game. In the Scottish Premiership, the team has scored 2 goals (1 per game) and conceded 1 (0.5 per game).
Across all competitions this season, Motherwell has played 48 matches, scoring 72 goals (1.5 per match) and conceding 47 (0.98 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Motherwell
Goals Scored:72
Goals Conceded:47
Average Goals Scored:1.5
Average Goals Conceded:0.98
Wins:21
Goal Difference:25
Date
Game
Result
30/08
St. Mirren
3 - 3
Motherwell
D
27/08
Freiburg
4 - 1
Motherwell
L
20/08
Motherwell
1 - 3
Freiburg
L
13/08
Motherwell
2 - 0
HJK
W
09/08
Motherwell
0 - 0
Falkirk
D
Motherwell to win the match: 4/5
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Dundee United Preview
Across 3 Scottish Premiership matches, Dundee United has posted 0 victories, 1 stalemates, and 2 defeats, averaging 0.33 points per fixture. In those games they scored 1 (0.33 per match) and conceded 7 (2.33 per match).
During the whole 2026/27 campaign, Dundee United has earned 14 wins from 48 matches across all competitions, scoring 61 goals (1.27 per match) and conceding 74 (1.54 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Dundee United
Goals Scored:65
Goals Conceded:74
Average Goals Scored:1.33
Average Goals Conceded:1.51
Wins:15
Goal Difference:-9
Date
Game
Result
29/08
Kilmarnock
0 - 4
Dundee United
W
22/08
Dundee United
0 - 2
Dundee
L
09/08
Hearts
4 - 0
Dundee United
L
31/07
Dundee United
1 - 1
Rangers
D
17/05
St. Mirren
1 - 1
Dundee United
D
Dundee United to win the match: 13/5
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Statistical Insights for Motherwell vs Dundee United
Here's a statistical breakdown comparing each team's key metrics to the average.
From goal output and both teams to score rates to the results of their last 5 matches, these numbers offer a data-backed view to help identify betting value in the Motherwell vs Dundee United fixture.
Key metrics
Team Form
Motherwell
Scotland - Scottish Premiership
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
D
L
L
W
D
1
Home
L
W
D
W
L
1.4
Away
D
L
D
W
W
1.6
Dundee United
Scotland - Scottish Premiership
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
W
L
L
D
D
1
Home
L
D
D
W
W
1.6
Away
W
L
D
L
L
0.8
Favourite
Home Win
10/11
52.63%
Draw
5/2
28.57%
Away Win
13/5
27.4%
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Key Metrics
Here's a breakdown of the core match metrics that often define betting value: goals scored, goals conceded, corners and cards.
Analysing these stats offers a sharper view of team tendencies and helps identify markets with consistent trends.
Key metrics
Goals Scored
Motherwell
7
last 5 matches
Dundee United
6
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Motherwell scored +17% more goals than Dundee United in the last 5 matches.
Motherwell and Dundee United goals scored count, last 5 matches
St. Mirren
3
Freiburg
1
Freiburg
1
HJK
2
Falkirk
0
4
Kilmarnock
0
Dundee
0
Hearts
1
Rangers
1
St. Mirren
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Key metrics
Goals Conceded
Motherwell
10
last 5 matches
Dundee United
8
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Motherwell conceded +25% more goals than Dundee United in the last 5 matches.
Motherwell and Dundee United goals conceded count, last 5 matches
St. Mirren
3
Freiburg
4
Freiburg
3
HJK
0
Falkirk
0
0
Kilmarnock
2
Dundee
4
Hearts
1
Rangers
1
St. Mirren
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Key metrics
Corners
Motherwell
15
last 5 matches
Dundee United
20
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Dundee United received +33% more corners than Motherwell in the last 5 matches.
Motherwell and Dundee United corners count, last 5 matches
St. Mirren
7
Freiburg
1
Freiburg
2
HJK
3
Falkirk
2
5
Kilmarnock
6
Dundee
2
Hearts
5
Rangers
2
St. Mirren
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Key metrics
Cards
Motherwell
8
last 5 matches
Dundee United
12
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Dundee United received +50% more cards than Motherwell in the last 5 matches.
Motherwell and Dundee United cards count, last 5 matches
St. Mirren
2
Freiburg
1
Freiburg
3
HJK
0
Falkirk
2
3
Kilmarnock
4
Dundee
2
Hearts
1
Rangers
2
St. Mirren
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