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On July 18, 2026, Cove Rangers will host St. Mirren in an intriguing Scottish League Cup clash. The match unfolds at Cove Rangers’ home ground, where they will aim to leverage their familiar environment against a formidable opponent.
Cove Rangers enter the fixture having secured victory in 2 of their last 4 matches, showcasing their potential to compete, especially on home turf. Their recent performances indicate a determined side, adept at creating chances while maintaining solid defensive organization. However, consistency will be key as they face a more seasoned opponent.
St. Mirren, on the other hand, comes into this match on an impressive run, winning 3 of their last 4 outings. Their stronger form reflects a well-coordinated unit that can exploit defensive vulnerabilities. St. Mirren’s tactical flexibility allows them to adapt during matches, posing a real threat with both quick counterattacks and sustained possession.
Bookmakers favor St. Mirren with odds of 1.36 compared to Cove Rangers’ 6.82, reflecting their recent form and experience in similar scenarios. As the teams prepare to clash, fans can anticipate a competitive encounter, though outcomes remain unpredictable in the realm of cup football.
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| Cove 13% |
Draw 18.6% |
St. Mirren 68.3% |
Outrights of Scottish League Cup St. Mirren: 1.79% Cove Rangers: 0.42%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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6.75 | 4.80 | 1.36 | |
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6.94 | 5.01 | 1.34 | |
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7.10 | 5.15 | 1.35 | |
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7.48 | 4.80 | 1.32 | |
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6.80 | 4.90 | 1.31 | |
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7.20 | 5.00 | 1.35 |
Latest Results
| 14.07.26 Cove Rangers – East Kilbride FC – 3:2 11.07.26 Cove Rangers – St. Johnstone FC – 2:4 07.07.26 Cove Rangers – Inverness CT – 1:4 02.07.26 Cove Rangers – Turriff United – 1:0 02.05.26 Cove Rangers – East Fife – 0:0 |
11.07.26 Dumbarton – St. Mirren – 0:4 27.06.26 Arbroath – St. Mirren – 2:4 25.05.26 St. Mirren – Partick Thistle – 1:0 21.05.26 Partick Thistle – St. Mirren – 1:1 17.05.26 St. Mirren – Dundee United – 1:1 |
Facts
Standings
2026/27
Group A
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Queen’s Park | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 6 |
| 2 | Aberdeen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 3 | Kelty Hearts | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 2 |
| 4 | Queen of South | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 5 | Brora Rangers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 0 |
Group B
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Stirling | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 2 | Arbroath | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 3 | Montrose | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 4 | Dundee Utd | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:1 | 3 |
| 5 | Spartans | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:5 | 0 |
Group C
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | St. Mirren | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:0 | 3 |
| 2 | East Kilbride | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5:3 | 3 |
| 3 | Cove Rangers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 4 | Dunfermline | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4:4 | 3 |
| 5 | Dumbarton | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:8 | 0 |
Group D
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Dundee FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9:2 | 6 |
| 2 | Ross County | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 3 |
| 3 | Clyde | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 4 | Airdrieonians | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:5 | 0 |
| 5 | Annan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:9 | 0 |
Group E
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Partick Thistle | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10:0 | 6 |
| 2 | Livingston | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 3 | Stenhousemuir | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 4 | Forfar Athletic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0:6 | 0 |
| 5 | Brechin | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0:8 | 0 |
Group F
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | East Fife | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 4 |
| 2 | St Johnstone | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 3 | Linlithgow Rose | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 3 |
| 4 | Inverness | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:1 | 2 |
| 5 | Morton | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0:3 | 0 |
Group G
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Ayr | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 2 | Falkirk | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5:1 | 3 |
| 3 | Edinburgh City | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2:5 | 3 |
| 4 | Stranraer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2:3 | 0 |
| 5 | Alloa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
Group H
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Raith | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 4 |
| 2 | Peterhead | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Hamilton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 4 | Kilmarnock | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 2 |
| 5 | Elgin City | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:6 | 0 |
Ranking of second-placed teams
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Falkirk | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5:1 | 3 |
| 2 | Ross County | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 3 |
| 3 | East Kilbride | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5:3 | 3 |
| 4 | Livingston | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 5 | St Johnstone | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 6 | Aberdeen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 7 | Peterhead | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 8 | Arbroath | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
Scottish League Cup Outrights
1. Celtic: 2.5 (29.43%)
2. Rangers: 3.25 (22.64%)
3. Hearts: 7 (10.51%)
4. Aberdeen: 17 (4.33%)
5. Hibernian: 21 (3.5%)
6. Dundee Utd: 26 (2.83%)
7. Motherwell: 26 (2.83%)
8. Dundee FC: 27.33 (2.69%)
9. St. Mirren: 41 (1.79%)
10. Falkirk: 61.33 (1.2%)
11. Kilmarnock: 63 (1.17%)
12. Partick: 65.67 (1.12%)
13. St Johnstone: 65.67 (1.12%)
14. Livingston: 68 (1.08%)
15. Raith: 80.33 (0.92%)
16. Ross County: 80.33 (0.92%)
17. Queen’s Park: 83.67 (0.88%)
18. Arbroath: 83.67 (0.88%)
19. Ayr: 87.83 (0.84%)
20. Inverness: 100.33 (0.73%)
21. Stenhousemuir: 100.33 (0.73%)
22. East Kilbride: 112.83 (0.65%)
23. Dunfermline: 117 (0.63%)
24. Hamilton: 117 (0.63%)
25. Queen of the South: 133.67 (0.55%)
26. Montrose: 142 (0.52%)
27. Alloa: 142 (0.52%)
28. Clyde: 158.67 (0.46%)
29. Cove Rangers: 175.33 (0.42%)
30. Peterhead: 175.33 (0.42%)
31. East Fife: 183.67 (0.4%)
32. Airdrieonians: 183.67 (0.4%)
33. Stirling: 192 (0.38%)
34. Kelty Hearts: 217 (0.34%)
35. Linlithgow Rose: 275.33 (0.27%)
36. Morton: 275.33 (0.27%)
37. Edinburgh City: 317 (0.23%)
38. Spartans: 567 (0.13%)
39. Dumbarton: 650.33 (0.11%)
40. Stranraer: 650.33 (0.11%)
41. Elgin City: 733.67 (0.1%)
42. Brechin: 980.2 (0.08%)
43. Forfar Athletic: 980.2 (0.08%)
44. Annan: 980.2 (0.08%)
45. Brora Rangers: 980.2 (0.08%)
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