AFTER 20,000 SIMULATIONS SUPERCOMPUTER PREDICTS FINAL 25/26 SCOTTISH PREMIERSHIP

A supercomputer running 20,000 season simulations has offered a detailed projection of how the 2025/26 Scottish Premiership might conclude, painting a picture of a campaign full of drama, tight margins, and unexpected storylines. The computer, which considers league form, squad depth, recent results, and fixture difficulty, repeatedly shows that even small differences in performance could have major consequences for clubs across the league.

The simulations suggest that this season’s title race will be fiercely competitive. Several clubs are predicted to push each other to the wire while mid-table sides look poised to shake up expectations. According to the data, consistency will be key and the usual heavyweights may face stiffer tests than they anticipated.

Rangers Settle for Third

In third place with 82 points, Rangers are forecasted to endure a season of what might have been. While their points total would normally signify a strong campaign, the simulations repeatedly show that inconsistencies in key fixtures, particularly against top six opposition, prevent them from mounting a sustained title challenge.

Away form and short periods of underperformance are cited as factors keeping them from the top spot. the predicted gap to Celtic underscores the difficulties Rangers face in closing the top tier advantage established under O’Neil.

Hearts Push the Champions to the Wire

Following closely behind, Hearts are predicted to finish second with 87 points, signaling a truly remarkable campaign for the Edinburgh club. According to the simulations, Hearts consistently maintained pressure on Celtic, particularly through a strong home record and effective results against mid-table and lower-table opposition.

Despite narrowly missing out on the title, Hearts’ projected performance demonstrates that they are genuine contenders and not just bystanders in the Old Firm dominated landscape. In many simulated scenarios, Hearts even flirted with overtaking Celtic late in the season only to be edged out by the champions’ steadiness under O’Neil.

Celtic Set to Triumph Under Interim Coach Martin O’Neil

Emerging from the simulations as the predicted champions are Celtic, expected to finish first with 90 points, narrowly edging out the rest of the pack. The most intriguing twist is that this success is projected to come under the guidance of interim coach Martin O’Neil, whose return to the club has injected fresh energy and strategic discipline.

Across the simulations, O’Neil’s Celtic displayed remarkable consistency, recovering quickly from setbacks and maintaining strong results even during congested periods. His experience in high-pressure situations seems to make the difference, helping the squad avoid the kinds of prolonged dips in form that have hampered title bids in previous seasons. While the margin at the top is small, the model highlights O’Neil’s tactical expertise and ability to manage squad rotation as key factors in securing the crown.

Dundee United Impress

Dundee United are projected to finish fourth with 63 points, comfortably separating themselves from the chasing mid-table pack. The simulations highlight their ability to combine defensive solidity with efficient attacking play, regularly securing points against mid-table and lower-ranked teams. A fourth-place finish would mark a significant achievement and potentially offer European football, solidifying their position as one of the league’s most consistently organised teams.

Motherwell Narrowly Miss Out

Just behind them, Motherwell are predicted fifth with 62 points, reflecting a season of promise tempered by missed opportunities. Their projected results suggest that while capable of impressive winning streaks, lapses in concentration or poor results against fellow mid-table sides cost them a higher finish. Top five still represents solid progress and stability for the club.

Hibernian Mid-Table Struggles

Hibernian are forecasted to finish seventh with 56 points, a reflection of steady but unspectacular form. The simulations suggest Hibs struggle to convert draws into wins consistently, leaving them just out of contention for the European places. While they avoid any relegation threat, the mid-table projection will likely frustrate supporters looking for a challenge higher up the table.

Aberdeen Slip Down the Table

One of the most surprising outcomes sees Aberdeen down in tenth place with 45 points. Historically a regular contender for European qualification, the Dons are predicted to experience prolonged winless runs and inconsistency, particularly in away fixtures. Tenth place would represent a notable underperformance relative to expectations.

Livingston in Relegation Danger

Also on 45 points, Livingston are predicted to finish 11th, placing them firmly in the relegation battle. Survival depends heavily on results against fellow bottom-table sides and goal difference in tightly contested matches. The simulations depict a team fighting to stay afloat until the final weeks.

A Season Poised for Drama

If the supercomputer’s predictions hold, the 2025/26 Scottish Premiership promises tension, excitement, and last-minute twists. Celtic, under interim coach Martin O’Neil, are projected to reclaim the title, but Hearts and Rangers are close enough to make the outcome uncertain until the final weeks. Meanwhile, mid-table surprises and relegation struggles ensure that every tier of the league will have stories to tell.

Fans can look forward to a campaign that combines tradition, tactical ingenuity, and unpredictability, and perhaps the return of one of Scotland’s most respected coaches to the pinnacle of the game.