Football League - Lowland League • Fri 05 Dec 2025 · 19:45 GMT
Hearts U21 vs Cowdenbeath
Venue: The Vanloq Community Stadium
Friday Night Lights: Hearts U21 Face Tough Test Against Cowdenbeath
The Vanloq Community Stadium is set to host an exciting Lowland League clash on Friday, December 5th, as Hearts U21 take on Cowdenbeath. The young Hearts side will be looking to cause an upset against their more experienced opponents.
Hearts U21 have had mixed results in recent meetings with Cowdenbeath. Their last encounter ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw back in April. However, Cowdenbeath have generally had the upper hand, winning three of their last five head-to-head matches.
Cowdenbeath are tipped to win this one, with a 45% chance of taking all three points. The visitors will likely look to exploit Hearts U21’s defensive vulnerabilities and catch them on the counter-attack. A double chance bet on either a draw or a Cowdenbeath win seems like a safe option.
Both teams have been struggling to find the back of the net, with expected goals bands suggesting a low-scoring affair. The home side will need to be solid at the back and look for opportunities to catch Cowdenbeath off guard if they want to get anything out of this match.
The draw is also a strong possibility, with a 45% chance of the two teams sharing the points. This could be a tight and cagey affair, with both sides canceling each other out.
Hearts U21 will need to be at their best if they want to take down Cowdenbeath. The visitors are favorites for a reason, and it will take a big effort from the home side to upset them. Can Hearts U21 cause an upset, or will Cowdenbeath’s experience prove too much for them? Find out on Friday night at The Vanloq Community Stadium.