Premiership· Season 2025
Match Summary
ST Mirren defeated Aberdeen 2:0. The match was played in Premiership 2025. Goals were scored by R. King 42′, K. Phillips 80′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Aberdeen had 58% possession while ST Mirren held 42%. Aberdeen had 8 shots (1 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for ST Mirren. Expected goals: Aberdeen 0.52 — ST Mirren 1.46. Aberdeen made 5 substitutions, ST Mirren made 1.
Match Events
Match Statistics
Aberdeen had 58% possession against ST Mirren's 42%. Aberdeen registered 8 shots (1 on target) while ST Mirren managed 9 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 14–11.
Lineups
Aberdeen lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under Peter Leven, while ST Mirren deployed a 3-1-4-2 under Craig McLeish.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Aberdeen is 6.72, compared to 6.82 for ST Mirren. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Aberdeen's highest-rated starter is P. Bratveit (6.92), while ST Mirren's best-rated player is M. Freckleton (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Aberdeen have contributed 16 goals and 7 assists this season, led by K. Nisbet (9G). ST Mirren's starters account for 18 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by M. Freckleton (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Aberdeen deploy 3 defenders rated 6.71 on average, against ST Mirren's 3-man backline averaging 6.81. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Aberdeen field 4 midfielders averaging 6.75, versus ST Mirren's 5 rated 6.89. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Aberdeen start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 2 for ST Mirren averaging 6.71. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 75% for Aberdeen and 77% for ST Mirren. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Aberdeen's starters have collected 32 yellow cards this season, compared to 53 for ST Mirren. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Aberdeen's starting XI is 26.1 (youngest: M. Frame (19), oldest: N. Devlin (32)), while ST Mirren average 26.0 (youngest: J. Devaney (18), oldest: A. Gogic (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Aberdeen's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 27 for ST Mirren. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Peter Leven
Substitutes
Coach: Craig McLeish
Aberdeen and ST Mirren have met 47 times — Aberdeen won 17, ST Mirren won 15, with 15 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Aberdeen leads the head-to-head with 17 victories from 47 meetings. A combined 123 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.62 per match (69 for the home side, 54 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 24 matches (51%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 26 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
Match Prediction
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Aberdeen
2.31
Pinnacle
Draw
3.50
Dafabet
ST Mirren
3.25
888Sport
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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Head-to-Head Record
ST Mirren dominatesHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.9
Average goals per game
60%
Games with 3+ goals
40%
Both teams scored
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (43%) — the odds may underestimate ST Mirren.
Market Summary
Margin: 7.3%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 2.15 | 3.50 | 3.10 |
| Max | 2.15 | 3.50 | 3.10 |
Result vs. Market
Result differed from market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Head-to-Head History
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026