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Ian Crocker and Andy Walker's Scottish Premiership predictions

Andy Walker & Ian Crocker take you though the weekend's Scottish Premiership fixtures.
Image: Andy Walker and Ian Crocker take you though the weekend's Scottish Premiership fixtures

It has been another big week in Scottish football with plenty to talk about, even before we get to this weekend's fixtures.

Last week, we saw Hearts maintain the only 100 per cent record in the Scottish Premiership, Motherwell battle to grab a late point against Rangers, and Dundee remain pointless after three games.

Livingston got off to a winning start under new manager Gary Holt, Hibernian and Aberdeen played out an entertaining draw at Easter Road, and champions Celtic got the job done against Hamilton.

During the week saw the Hampden v Murrayfield debate rumble on for at least another seven days after the Scottish FA asked for more information from both parties.

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Scottish FA delays Hampden decision

A manager who left his job last week has been appointed at Dundee, but Kenny Miller has signed a two-year deal as a player as Neil McCann's side look for an answer to their woes in front of goal.

We were all glad to hear from Hearts manager Craig Levein following his admission to hospital, and he's already targeted a return to the dugout in just two weeks' time! His commitment to the job is such that Austin MacPhee admitted Levein will still pick the Hearts team for their home game against St Mirren on Saturday as he continues to recover at home.

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Motherwell 3-3 Rangers

In the Europa League, Celtic and Rangers progressed to the group stage after wins over Suduva and FC Ufa respectively.

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Here to dissect the upcoming action are the commentary team of Ian Crocker and Andy Walker...

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Kilmarnock 0-1 Hearts

Aberdeen v Kilmarnock - Saturday 3pm
Referee: Craig Thomson

Ian Crocker's prediction: Aberdeen 2-1 Kilmarnock

On-loan striker from Manchester United James Wilson will add a lot to the strikers' department at Pittodrie.

Four games without a goal for Kris Boyd - he must be due to end this mini-crisis!

Kris Boyd
Image: Kilmarnock striker Kris Boyd has scored four times in all competitions this season, but will be looking for his first goal in fives matches on Saturday

Andy Walker's prediction: Aberdeen 1-0 Kilmarnock

Michael Devlin is thankfully back to full fitness and showing he's capable of playing for a big club.

Greg Stewart didn't really shine at Aberdeen but if he gets back to anything like the player he was at Dundee, Stevie Clarke has added a creative player.

Greg Stewart scored three goals on loan at Aberdeen last season
Image: Greg Stewart scored three goals on loan at Aberdeen last season. He joined Kilmarnock on-loan from Birmingham this week

Dundee v Motherwell - Saturday 3pm
Referee: Gavin Duncan

Ian Crocker's prediction: Dundee 1-1 Motherwell

Management will be for another day for Kenny Miller. I'll be surprised if he doesn't make his presence felt quickly.

Danny Johnson has a terrific goal tally in non-league and at the moment looks the most likely of Motherwell's strikers.

Danny Johnson celebrates putting Motherwell ahead against Rangers
Image: Danny Johnson celebrates putting Motherwell ahead against Rangers on Sunday

Andy Walker's prediction: Dundee 1-3 Motherwell

Worst possible start to the season for Dundee, they'll have to match Motherwell physically to have a chance. Adil Nabi could provide an attacking threat.

A big performance from Peter Hartley last weekend in that pulsating 3-3 draw with Rangers and Motherwell have a number like him who are dangerous at set pieces.

Peter Hartley celebrates his equaliser with the last kick of the game to deny Rangers
Image: Peter Hartley celebrates his equaliser with the last kick of the game to deny Rangers on Sunday

Hamilton v St Johnstone - Saturday 3pm
Referee: Bobby Madden

Ian Crocker's prediction: Hamilton 1-2 St Johnstone

Steven Boyd could grasp the opportunity of a run in the team after his Lanarkshire derby stunner.

Matty Kennedy is at his third Scottish club and seems to be relishing his return to Scotland.

Hamiltons Steven Boyd (L) scored a cracking volley to clinch victory over Motherwell
Image: Hamiltons Steven Boyd (L) scored a cracking volley to clinch victory over Motherwell

Andy Walker prediction: Hamilton 1-1 St Johnstone

A more effective player when played deeper, Darian Mackinnon's energy for the side is always important.

Given an extended run, Blair Alston could become a regular goalscoring threat from midfield.

Hearts v St Mirren - Saturday 3pm
Referee: Kevin Clancy

Ian Crocker's prediction: Hearts 2-0 St Mirren

Demetri Mitchell is back on loan from Manchester United and I'm glad we're going to see more of him. Unfinished business.

St Mirren have a leader in Stephen McGinn, and his guile and experience will come in rather useful.

Demetri Mitchell at Aon Training Complex on July 13, 2018 in Manchester, England.
Image: Man Utd's Demetri Mitchell was on-loan at Hearts from January last year and has rejoined the club for the 2018/19 season

Andy Walker's prediction: Hearts 3-0 St Mirren

A huge boost for John Souttar to be moved from U21s to senior Scotland side for the internationals next week, can he take his chance?

25-year old Dane Nicolai Brocks-Madsen signed on loan from Birmingham - Alan Stubbs is desperate for a goalscorer.

John Souttar insists Hearts' win over Hibernian in January is irrelevant ahead of their next meeting
Image: John Souttar has been called up to the senior Scotland squad having played at U21 level

Livingston v Hibernian - Saturday 3pm
Referee: Steven McLean

Ian Crocker's prediction: Livingston 0-2 Hibernian

Alan Lithgow came in from the cold to make his mark at St Mirren last week.

Mostly a sub so far but Jamie Maclaren is still likely to make a difference whichever way.

Hibernian's Jamie Maclaren celebrates scoring the equaliser
Image: Hibernian's Jamie Maclaren celebrates scoring the equaliser against Aberdeen last weekend

Andy Walker's prediction: Livingston 1-3 Hibernian

A brilliant moment for Jack Hamilton to score an important goal at St Mirren last weekend, more to come hopefully.

Signed from Preston on a three-year deal, Neil Lennon has high hopes for Irishman Daryl Horgan.

Daryl Horgan Hibernian v Ross County
Image: Hibernian winger Daryl Horgan has one goal in three games for Hibs since joining the club

Celtic v Rangers - Sunday 12pm - Live on Sky Sports Football
Referee: Willie Collum

Ian Crocker's prediction: Celtic 2-2 Rangers

Celtic's Wizard of Oz has scored in his last 4 Old Firm games. Tom Rogic is a man for the occasion. Any big occasion come to think of it.

Kyle Lafferty is a man who knows the occasion and relishes every bit of it. Already scored a winner against Celtic this season. He couldn't. Could he?

Tom Rogic believes Celtic will continue to progress under Brendan Rodgers
Image: Tom Rogic in action for Celtic

Andy Walker's prediction: Celtic 1-1 Rangers

Scott Brown has dominated in the middle of the park in this fixture for years, fascinating contest with Ryan Jack his latest challenge.

Ryan Jack's battle with fellow No 8 Scott Brown will go a long way to deciding outcome. Rangers have been weak in this area for too long.

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - JULY 12: Ryan Jack of Rangers in action during the UEFA Europa League Qualifying Round match between Rangers and Shkupi at Ibrox Stadium on July 12, 2018 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Ryan Jack
Image: Ryan Jack has impressed for Rangers under Steven Gerrard this season
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