Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Scotland
Aberdeen
€22.15m
Rangers
€79.45m
Preview
The Scottish Premiership serves up a tantalizing fixture this weekend as Aberdeen prepare to host Rangers at Pittodrie Stadium in a high-stakes battle with plenty on the line. With kickoff set for 12:00 GMT on April 13, 2025, this match pits the league’s fourth-placed side against the relentless force of the second-place contenders. Aberdeen, sitting on 49 points, will look to defy the odds once more, while Rangers, with 65 points, aim to keep their title hopes alive. The bookmakers lean heavily toward the visitors, pricing them at 2.2 for an away win, but as history has shown, this fixture rarely follows the script.
Rangers arrive as favorites, but Aberdeen’s recent form suggests they won’t be mere spectators. The Dons pulled off a stunning 2-2 draw against Celtic in their last outing, defying odds of 9.5, while Rangers edged a thrilling 2-3 victory in the same fixture earlier this season. The last meeting between these two sides saw Aberdeen triumph 2.2 back in October 2024, a result that still lingers in the memory. With pride, points, and potential European implications at stake, this Aberdeen vs Rangers prediction hinges on whether the hosts can replicate their underdog heroics.
Stats paint an intriguing picture. Rangers are expected to dominate possession (53% to 47%), but Aberdeen’s compact defensive structure could frustrate their opponents. The shot differential tells its own story—Rangers average 15 total shots per game (5 on target) compared to Aberdeen’s 9 (2 on target). Yet, set pieces could be a wildcard: Aberdeen earn 5 corners per match to Rangers’ 4, offering a potential route to goal for the hosts. NerdyTips’ AI-generated insights highlight the ‘Home Team to Score’ market (1.26 odds, 6.4/10 trust) as a smart play, suggesting Aberdeen will find the net despite the gulf in squad value (€22.25m vs. €79.45m).
The Over 2.5 Goals market stands out at 1.62 odds (3.7/10 trust), aligning with the predicted 2-2 scoreline (HT: 1-1). Given that 44.5% of Scottish Premiership games exceed 2.5 goals, this feels like a solid wager. Rangers’ X2 prediction (1.25 odds, 2.0/10 trust) reflects their consistency, but Aberdeen’s resilience—especially at home—makes this far from a foregone conclusion. Referee S. McLean’s presence adds another layer; with an average of 2 yellow cards per team predicted, discipline could play a subtle role.
Historically, the league sees 39.4% home wins and a 41.9% chance of Both Teams to Score, trends that Aberdeen will hope to exploit. Their tactical grit, combined with Rangers’ occasional defensive lapses, sets the stage for a compelling contest. Whether the Dons can defy the odds once more remains the central question in this Aberdeen vs Rangers prediction.
In the end, this fixture promises drama, goals, and perhaps another twist in the Scottish Premiership tale. Rangers may be favored, but as Pittodrie has proven time and again, surprises are always on the cards.
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Rangers has upcoming match in Europe
HS -385
Aberdeen is expected to score at least 1 goal with odds of -385X2 -270
Rangers to win or drawOver 2.5 -156
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -189
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&O1.5 -185
Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
2:2
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9
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25
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 Rangers |
11-May-25
4:0
| Aberdeen  |
| Aberdeen |
13-Apr-25
2:2
| Rangers |
| Rangers |
15-Jan-25
3:0
| Aberdeen |
| Aberdeen |
30-Oct-24
2:1
| Rangers |
| Rangers |
06-Feb-24
2:1
| Aberdeen |
| Rangers |
17-Dec-23
1:0
| Aberdeen |
| Aberdeen |
26-Nov-23
1:1
| Rangers |
| Rangers |
30-Sep-23
1:3
| Aberdeen |
| Rangers |
07-May-23
1:0
| Aberdeen |
| Aberdeen |
23-Apr-23
2:0
| Rangers |
Recent Matches of Aberdeen| 18 Dec |
Sparta Pragu.
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| Aberdeen.
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| 14 Dec | W |
Aberdeen.
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2:1
| Kilmarnock.
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| 11 Dec | L |
Aberdeen.
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0:1
| Strasbourg.
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Recent Matches Of Rangers| 15 Dec | Rangers. |
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Hibernian. | |
| 11 Dec | L |  Ferencvaros. |
2:1 |
Rangers. |
Scotland - Premiership| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
 Celtic |
33 | 97-22 | 81 |
| 2 |
 Rangers |
33 | 68-35 | 66 |
| 3 |
 Hibernian |
33 | 54-41 | 53 |
| 4 |
 Dundee Utd |
33 | 41-40 | 50 |
| 5 |
Aberdeen |
33 | 45-49 | 50 |
| 6 |
 ST Mirren |
33 | 45-54 | 41 |
| 7 |
 Heart Of Midlo |
33 | 43-44 | 40 |
| 8 |
 Motherwell |
33 | 37-56 | 39 |
| 9 |
Kilmarnock |
33 | 38-58 | 35 |
| 10 |
 Ross County |
33 | 33-56 | 35 |
| 11 |
 Dundee |
33 | 50-71 | 34 |
| 12 |
 ST Johnstone |
33 | 33-58 | 29 |
