While many punters naturally gravitate towards backing a winner, betting on the draw can be a smart and rewarding alternative.
This is because bookmakers typically assign bigger odds to stalemates, which occur less often than victories for either team.
With that in mind, let’s examine this weekend’s fixtures and identify the games where draw outcomes present the best value.
Hibernian vs Kilmarnock (Saturday, 15:00)
Kilmarnock have been on an upward trajectory since appointing Neil McCann as manager, and they could add another point to their tally in their fight for survival when they visit Hibernian on Saturday. The Ayrshire side have secured two draws on the road under McCann, including a 1-1 stalemate at Dundee United last month.
A similar scoreline could be on the cards against a Hibernian team that have become draw specialists in the Scottish Premiership this season. David Gray's side have shared the points in 12 of their 31 league matches this term, including each of their previous three outings. It’s also worth noting that when these two teams met at Easter Road earlier in the campaign it was honours even.
Arbroath vs St Johnstone (Saturday, 15:00)
St Johnstone are experiencing a wobble in their pursuit of the Scottish Championship title, and they look far from convincing as short-priced favourites when they travel to t3rd-placed Arbroath on Saturday. Simo Valakari’s side were held to a 1-1 draw at home against Queen's Park last weekend, marking their fourth stalemate in seven league matches.
Now facing an Arbroath side who have proven to be stubborn opponents this term, another draw could be on the cards at Gayfield. The case for this outcome is reinforced by Red Lichties recent form – they have drawn four of their last six Scottish Championship matches, including two of their previous three home fixtures.
Lorient vs Paris FC (Sunday, 16:15)
There could be fine margins when Lorient lock horns with Paris FC in Ligue 1 on Sunday afternoon. The two sides are separated by just three places and six points in the French top-flight standings. Both teams have emerged as frequent point-sharers in the French top-flight this season, with each having shared the spoils in 10 of their 27 fixtures so far.
Recent results add further weight to the likelihood of another stalemate here – three of Lorient’s last five league matches have ended all-square, and it's also been a point apiece for Paris FC in three of their last five top-flight outings. With that in mind, all the signs point towards another draw at the Stade du Moustoir.
Weekend Draw Treble
- Hibernian vs Kilmarnock
- Arbroath vs St Johnstone
- Lorient vs Paris FC
- Treble pays 43/1 bet365
Grant Heaney, aka SlipsTips, is a Freelance Football and Darts Writer with over six years experience. Grant has written football and darts betting content for some of the biggest betting websites and newspapers in the UK. He is a Falkirk season ticket holder and avid watcher of football and darts, whether it be UK-based or further afield. You can find all of his tips on X @SlipsTips
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