Dunfermline Athletic vs Ayr United predictions, Aug 08, 2026

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As Dunfermline Athletic prepares to host Ayr United on August 8, 2026, the matchup promises to be a contest of contrasting recent form. Dunfermline, competing in the Scottish Football Championship, has shown resilience with three wins from their last five matches, showcasing their ability to secure points at critical junctures. Their tactical system leverages solid defensive organization, which will be key against a formidable opponent.

Ayr United, on the other hand, enters this fixture with an impressive run, winning all five of their most recent outings. Their attacking play has been characterized by quick transitions and a high press, aiming to exploit defensive lapses, which adds a dynamic edge to their performance.

Bookmakers have provided odds of 2.14 for a Dunfermline home victory, suggesting a level of confidence in the home side despite Ayr’s perfect streak. Model predictions indicate a 44.8% chance of a Dunfermline win, alongside a 30.7% probability of a draw and a 26.2% likelihood of an Ayr United victory.

With both teams showcasing distinct tactical strengths, this encounter could swing in any direction. Betters should consider the recent performances, but caution remains prudent, as football can often defy expectations.

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Dunfermline 46.3%

Draw 29.3%

Ayr 24.4%

Outrights of Scottish Football Championship Dunfermline: 20.05% Ayr: 5.37%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.96	3.24	3.98
	1.98	3.15	3.90
	1.92	3.13	3.86
	2.16	3.17	3.43
	1.97	3.10	3.80

Latest Results

01.08.26 Inverness CT – Dunfermline Athletic – 0:0 26.07.26 St. Mirren – Dunfermline Athletic – 0:1 21.07.26 Dunfermline Athletic – Cove Rangers – 5:0 14.07.26 Dunfermline Athletic – Dumbarton – 4:1 11.07.26 East Kilbride FC – Dunfermline Athletic – 3:0

01.08.26 Ayr United – Arbroath – 2:0 25.07.26 Ayr United – Alloa Athletic – 4:1 18.07.26 Ayr United – Edinburgh City FC – 2:0 14.07.26 Falkirk FC – Ayr United – 0:1 11.07.26 Stranraer FC – Ayr United – 2:3

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Dunfermline won 2.

Dunfermline is showing really good form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Ayr is on a winning streak and currently in very good shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).

Dunfermline will hold a modest advantage in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Dunfermline won 5 matches, drew 7 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 22:24. (average 1.1:1.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Dunfermline won 3 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 10:10. (average 1:1).

Latest Head To Head

07.04.26 Ayr United – Dunfermline Athletic – 0:3 20.12.25 Dunfermline Athletic – Ayr United – 2:3 31.10.25 Ayr United – Dunfermline Athletic – 0:1 23.09.25 Dunfermline Athletic – Ayr United – 0:1 29.03.25 Ayr United – Dunfermline Athletic – 3:0

Standings

2026/27

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Ayr	1	1	0	0	2:0	2	3
2	Inverness	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
3	Livingston	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
4	Morton	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
5	Partick Thistle	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
6	Queen’s Park	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
7	Raith	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
8	Stenhousemuir	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
9	Dunfermline	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
10	Arbroath	1	0	0	1	0:2	-2	0

Scottish Football Championship Outrights

1. Livingston: 2.73 (28.66%)

2. Partick: 3.18 (24.61%)

3. Dunfermline: 3.91 (20.05%)

4. Inverness: 9.2 (8.52%)

5. Ayr: 14.6 (5.37%)

6. Raith: 16.6 (4.72%)

7. Arbroath: 26 (3.01%)

8. Queen’s Park: 42.6 (1.84%)

9. Morton: 44.6 (1.76%)

10. Stenhousemuir: 53.4 (1.47%)

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