St Mirren's upcoming Scottish Premiership fixture against Aberdeen has been rescheduled for live television coverage. The match, originally set for a January date, will now take place on Sunday, 3 January with a 2.30pm kick-off at the SMiSA Stadium.
This change was confirmed by Aberdeen FC in an official announcement. The broadcast selection by Premier Sports is the reason for the new date and time. It means the Buddies will face the Dons in Paisley during the busy festive period. The match is a William Hill Premiership contest, adding another chapter to the clubs' long-standing rivalry.
When is the rescheduled St Mirren Aberdeen match?
The game is now firmly set for Sunday, 3 January. Kick-off is scheduled for 2.30pm at St Mirren's home ground. Fans planning to attend or watch should update their calendars accordingly. The shift provides a Sunday afternoon slot for the televised encounter.
Why was the St Mirren fixture moved?
Broadcaster Premier Sports selected the match for live coverage. This is a common occurrence in the modern football calendar, with TV schedules often dictating kick-off times. The rescheduling allows a national audience to watch the Premiership clash. Aberdeen FC's report outlined the reason clearly, stating the move was "for live TV coverage."
What is the current context for St Mirren?
Stephen Robinson's side heads into this period in strong form. As of 26 August 2026, St Mirren sit 3rd in the Premiership table with a perfect record. They have six points from two games, with recent form reading WW. The team has been defensively solid, scoring three goals and conceding none for a +3 goal difference. Striker K. Phillips has been instrumental, leading the line as the top scorer this season with three goals from two appearances. You can track the team's progress on our standings page.
What comes next for the Buddies?
Before the January meeting with Aberdeen, St Mirren's immediate focus is the next fixture. They host Motherwell at home on 30 August 2026. Motherwell currently sit 4th in the table, making it a key early-season encounter. A strong performance there would maintain momentum ahead of the longer campaign. The full schedule of upcoming matches is available on our fixtures list. The squad's current composition and player statistics can be reviewed on our squad page.
The rescheduled date in January now forms part of a critical phase in the season. A positive result against Aberdeen could be significant for league positioning. With the team performing well and key players like Phillips in form, the Buddies will aim to capitalise on their home advantage when the televised match arrives.
