Montrose and Hamilton Academical meet at Links Park, Montrose on Saturday, Jan 23 at 4:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the League 1. Hamilton Academical hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Montrose come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Hamilton Academical, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, Montrose face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Hamilton Academical have won 8 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Hamilton Academical won 5–0. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Hamilton Academical arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Montrose. Hamilton Academical to win.