Kilmarnock vs Aberdeen: Preview, Predictions, Team News, Lineups

Kilmarnock is set to clash with Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday. The match is crucial for Kilmarnock as they aim to break a lengthy winless streak. Currently, Kilmarnock sits in 11th place with 14 points from 23 matches. In contrast, Aberdeen occupies the 7th position with 28 points from the same number of games.

Match Preview: Kilmarnock vs. Aberdeen

The season started well for Kilmarnock, with four wins and five draws in their first nine fixtures. However, their fortunes took a downturn after a series of poor results. The team experienced a significant setback when they lost 2-1 to Celtic, conceding a last-minute goal. This marked the beginning of a challenging period for Kilmarnock, which included their elimination from the Scottish League Cup.

Since October, Kilmarnock has faced a 17-game winless run, suffering 13 losses and only achieving four draws. Former manager Stuart Kettlewell was dismissed during this stretch, leading to the appointment of Neil McCann. Unfortunately, McCann has also struggled, with two losses and one draw in his initial three matches. As a result, Kilmarnock is now five points away from safety in the league.

Aberdeen’s Recent Performance

Aberdeen recently ended a seven-game winless streak with two consecutive victories. These wins followed the dismissal of former manager Jimmy Thelin, with Peter Leven taking over on an interim basis. Aberdeen is currently five points shy of the top six, aiming for a strong finish in the league.

Head-to-Head Record

• Kilmarnock’s last three meetings with Aberdeen resulted in three defeats: 2-1, 1-0, and 1-0.
• Aberdeen will look to maintain this winning streak against Kilmarnock.

Team News and Potential Lineups

Kilmarnock is grappling with multiple injuries affecting key players, including Djenairo Daniels, Jamie Brandon, and Kyle Magennis. Midfielder Tom Lowery is also unavailable due to a suspension. Neil McCann may make changes after a heavy defeat to Motherwell, potentially including Rory McKenzie and Bruce Anderson in the starting XI.

Meanwhile, Aberdeen is missing several players, including Gavin Molloy and Kristers Tobers, due to injuries. Jack Milne will also be absent due to a red card received in their previous match. The defensive lineup for Aberdeen may still include Nicky Devlin and Mats Knoester, while they look to maintain the squad that achieved a resounding 6-2 win over Livingston.

Predicted Lineups

Match Prediction

Given Kilmarnock’s ongoing struggles and Aberdeen’s recent resurgence, the visitors are favored to win this match. A prediction of 2-0 in favor of Aberdeen reflects the current form of both teams.

For more updates and insights, visit Filmogaz.com.