Date of Tips: 06/08/2026
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Rangers FC
v Hibernian FC 
Ibrox Stadium
Premier League Matchday 2 
09-08-2026 15:00
Rangers Form
Hibernian Form
Rangers vs Hibernian prediction takes centre stage as the Scottish Premiership returns to Ibrox Stadium on Sunday 9 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 16:00 BST. It’s only Matchday 2 of the 2026/27 Scottish Premiership season, but there’s already plenty riding on this encounter. Rangers are chasing a first league victory under Derek McInnes, while Hibernian are eager to bounce back after a disappointing opening weekend.
This feels like an important early test for both clubs. Rangers have started a new chapter under Derek McInnes and will want to make home advantage count after drawing their league opener. Hibernian, meanwhile, are juggling domestic football alongside UEFA Conference League qualifiers and will be looking to avoid another setback before the campaign really gathers momentum.
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Rangers have defensive issues to contend with heading into the weekend. Ben Godfrey is unavailable after suffering a hamstring injury against Dundee United and is expected to miss around four weeks.
Connor Barron remains a slight doubt after missing the league opener with a pre-season niggle, while Nico Raskin has returned to fitness and is available for selection again. John Souttar has been left out of the club’s European plans as he looks set to leave, leaving McInnes short of experienced central defenders.
Hibernian have no confirmed absentees, although several players are racing to be fit. Martin Boyle is the biggest concern after picking up an Achilles problem against Motherwell and will be assessed before kick-off.
Jamie McGrath and Nicky Cadden are both recovering from calf injuries and are moving closer to a return. Rocky Bushiri has recently been sidelined with an Achilles issue, while Joe Newell is managing a minor knock but is expected to remain in contention. Callum Wright is back in the squad after returning to full training.
Butland; Sterling, Fernandez, Nsiala, Rommens; Raskin, Diomande, Aasgaard; Antman, Chermiti, Moore.
Likely formation: 4-3-3
Sallinger; Cadden, O’Hora, Hanley, Obita; Chaiwa, Barlaser, Campbell; Wright, Elding, Boyle.
Likely formation: 4-3-3
There is still some uncertainty around both teams after their midweek European commitments, particularly regarding Rangers’ depleted defence and Martin Boyle’s fitness.
It’s still very early in the season, so there’s only a small sample of competitive domestic matches to assess.
Rangers opened their league campaign with a 1-1 draw away at Dundee United, where Thelo Aasgaard scored the equaliser. They have also been balancing Europa League qualifying duties, making squad rotation and recovery an important factor.
Hibernian’s recent fixtures have been more eventful. They lost 2-0 away to FC Malisheva before overturning the tie with a thrilling 4-3 home victory. Their Scottish Premiership campaign began with defeat against Motherwell, while another European fixture arrived just days before this trip to Glasgow.
Neither side arrives with perfect momentum, although both have shown they remain capable of creating chances.
The last meeting between these clubs produced a surprise result as Hibernian won 2-1 at Ibrox in May 2026.
That game was closely contested, with Martin Boyle and Dane Scarlett scoring for Hibs. Recent meetings between the sides have generally been competitive rather than one-sided, suggesting another closely fought contest could be on the cards.
This has the look of a competitive fixture. Rangers have home advantage and the motivation of securing a first league win under their new manager, but their defensive problems cannot be ignored.
Hibernian have shown they can be dangerous going forward, although much depends on whether Martin Boyle is fit enough to feature from the start.
If you’re looking for more today’s football tips, this fixture stands out as one where goals at both ends look more likely than a comfortable home victory.
BTTS looks a strong possibility.
Rangers have defensive concerns in central defence, while Hibernian have demonstrated attacking quality despite mixed results. If Boyle is available, Hibs’ chances of finding the net improve further.
BTTS Prediction: BTTS – Yes. Bet with bet365.
The available evidence points towards Over 2.5 Goals being the stronger angle.
Recent Hibernian matches have produced plenty of goals, while Rangers have yet to keep a domestic clean sheet under McInnes.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
Rangers 2-1 Hibernian
Home advantage could prove decisive, but Rangers are unlikely to have everything their own way given their current defensive situation. Hibernian look capable of scoring, yet Rangers should have enough attacking quality to edge a closely contested match.
Correct Score Prediction: Rangers 2-1 Hibernian. Bet with bet365.
Thelo Aasgaard stands out as one of Rangers’ biggest attacking threats after scoring in the league opener and could make another decisive contribution.
First Goalscorer Prediction: Thelo Aasgaard. Bet with bet365.
Both teams are expected to attack with width in their preferred 4-3-3 systems, so this fixture has the potential to produce a healthy number of corners. However, there is not enough statistical data available at this stage of the season to make a stronger prediction.
Corners Prediction: Over 9.5 corners. Bet with bet365.
With both clubs eager to build early-season momentum and plenty at stake in Matchday 2, this should be a competitive contest.
Cards Prediction: Over 2.5 Cards. Bet with bet365.
A sensible bet builder could include:
Bet Builder Tip: Rangers to win, Both Teams To Score – Yes, and Over 9.5 Corners. Bet with bet365.
Rangers enter this fixture under pressure to deliver their first league victory of the Derek McInnes era, and playing at Ibrox should give them an important advantage. Hibernian, though, have already shown they can cause problems in attack and won’t lack belief after winning their last visit to this ground.
The biggest question surrounds Rangers’ weakened central defence. That gives Hibs every chance of getting on the scoresheet, but the home side still appear slightly better equipped to collect all three points.
Prediction: Rangers 2-1 Hibernian.
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Rangers have a slight edge thanks to home advantage, although a close game is expected.
Kick-off is scheduled for 16:00 BST on Sunday 9 August 2026.
The match will be played at Ibrox Stadium in Glasgow.
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