Dunfermline Athletic vs Cove Rangers predictions, Jul 21, 2026

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As Dunfermline Athletic prepares to host Cove Rangers in the Scottish League Cup on July 21, 2026, both teams will be eager to secure a strong start in the tournament. Dunfermline enters the match with an impressive record, having won 3 of their last 5 fixtures, showcasing effective attacking strategies and solid defensive organization. Their ability to capitalize on home advantage significantly boosts their confidence, reflected in bookmakers’ odds of 1.4 for a home victory.

Conversely, Cove Rangers, with 2 wins in their last 5 matches, have shown glimpses of resilience but need to elevate their performance to contend effectively against formidable opposition like Dunfermline. Their recent form indicates a struggle to maintain consistency, which could be a deciding factor in this matchup.

With statistical probabilities providing a 68.9% chance of a home win, Dunfermline seems positioned well for success. However, football often delivers unforeseen surprises. Cove Rangers will be looking to exploit any defensive lapses and could pose a threat if they find their rhythm. As both teams head into this encounter, fans can expect a competitive clash, where tactical execution and recent form will likely dictate the outcome.

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Dunfermline 65.6%

Draw 20.4%

Cove 14%

Outrights of Scottish League Cup Dunfermline: 0.63% Cove Rangers: 0.44%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.39	4.50	6.50
	1.41	4.55	6.70
	1.38	4.40	6.75
	1.38	4.30	6.15
	1.42	4.57	6.76
	1.41	4.60	6.60

Latest Results

14.07.26 Dunfermline Athletic – Dumbarton – 4:1 11.07.26 East Kilbride FC – Dunfermline Athletic – 3:0 04.07.26 Kelty Hearts – Dunfermline Athletic – 0:3 27.06.26 Clyde – Dunfermline Athletic – 1:2 25.06.26 FC Botoşani – Dunfermline Athletic – 1:0

18.07.26 Cove Rangers – St. Mirren – 0:4 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

Facts

The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.

Cove may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Recently, Dunfermline has had a series of away games.

Recently, Cove has had a series of home games.

In this match, Dunfermline is the undeniable favorite.

In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Dunfermline won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 4:3. (average 1.3:1).

Including home match between the teams, Dunfermline won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 1:2.

Latest Head To Head

27.07.24 Dunfermline Athletic – Cove Rangers – 1:2 28.06.23 Cove Rangers – Dunfermline Athletic – 1:1 25.06.22 Cove Rangers – Dunfermline Athletic – 0:2

Standings

2026/27

Group A

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Queen’s Park	3	2	0	0	1	6:3	6
2	Aberdeen	2	2	0	0	0	4:1	6
3	Queen of South	2	1	0	1	0	4:1	4
4	Kelty Hearts	2	0	1	0	1	1:3	2
5	Brora Rangers	3	0	0	0	3	1:8	0

Group B

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Dundee Utd	3	2	0	0	1	4:1	6
2	Montrose	2	2	0	0	0	3:0	6
3	Stirling	3	1	0	0	2	3:4	3
4	Arbroath	2	1	0	0	1	2:4	3
5	Spartans	2	0	0	0	2	2:5	0

Group C

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	St. Mirren	2	2	0	0	0	8:0	6
2	East Kilbride	3	2	0	0	1	10:6	6
3	Dunfermline	2	1	0	0	1	4:4	3
4	Cove Rangers	2	1	0	0	1	3:6	3
5	Dumbarton	3	0	0	0	3	4:13	0

Group D

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Dundee FC	2	2	0	0	0	9:2	6
2	Ross County	2	2	0	0	0	7:2	6
3	Airdrieonians	3	1	0	0	2	5:5	3
4	Clyde	2	1	0	0	1	2:3	3
5	Annan	3	0	0	0	3	1:12	0

Group E

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Partick Thistle	3	2	1	0	0	11:1	8
2	Stenhousemuir	2	2	0	0	0	4:1	6
3	Livingston	2	1	0	1	0	3:1	4
4	Forfar Athletic	2	0	0	0	2	0:6	0
5	Brechin	3	0	0	0	3	1:10	0

Group F

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	St Johnstone	2	2	0	0	0	5:0	6
2	Inverness	2	1	1	0	0	3:1	5
3	East Fife	2	1	0	1	0	3:1	4
4	Linlithgow Rose	3	1	0	0	2	1:4	3
5	Morton	3	0	0	0	3	0:6	0

Group G

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Ayr	3	3	0	0	0	6:2	9
2	Falkirk	2	1	0	0	1	5:1	3
3	Edinburgh City	3	1	0	0	2	2:7	3
4	Alloa	2	0	1	0	1	2:4	2
5	Stranraer	2	0	0	1	1	4:5	1

Group H

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Raith	3	1	0	2	0	4:2	5
2	Hamilton	2	1	1	0	0	2:1	5
3	Kilmarnock	2	1	1	0	0	1:0	5
4	Peterhead	2	1	0	0	1	3:2	3
5	Elgin City	3	0	0	0	3	2:7	0

Ranking of second-placed teams

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	Ross County	2	2	0	0	0	7:2	6
2	East Kilbride	3	2	0	0	1	10:6	6
3	Stenhousemuir	2	2	0	0	0	4:1	6
4	Aberdeen	2	2	0	0	0	4:1	6
5	Montrose	2	2	0	0	0	3:0	6
6	Inverness	2	1	1	0	0	3:1	5
7	Hamilton	2	1	1	0	0	2:1	5
8	Falkirk	2	1	0	0	1	5:1	3

Scottish League Cup Outrights

1. Celtic: 2.5 (29.48%)

2. Rangers: 3.21 (22.97%)

3. Hearts: 7.08 (10.4%)

4. Aberdeen: 17 (4.34%)

5. Hibernian: 21 (3.51%)

6. Dundee Utd: 26 (2.83%)

7. Motherwell: 26 (2.83%)

8. Dundee FC: 26 (2.83%)

9. St. Mirren: 41 (1.8%)

10. Partick: 65.67 (1.12%)

11. Falkirk: 65.67 (1.12%)

12. St Johnstone: 65.67 (1.12%)

13. Kilmarnock: 65.67 (1.12%)

14. Livingston: 65.67 (1.12%)

15. Raith: 80.33 (0.92%)

16. Ross County: 80.33 (0.92%)

17. Ayr: 80.33 (0.92%)

18. Queen’s Park: 80.33 (0.92%)

19. Arbroath: 80.33 (0.92%)

20. Inverness: 100.33 (0.73%)

21. Stenhousemuir: 100.33 (0.73%)

22. Dunfermline: 117 (0.63%)

23. East Kilbride: 117 (0.63%)

24. Hamilton: 117 (0.63%)

25. Queen of the South: 133.67 (0.55%)

26. Montrose: 142 (0.52%)

27. Airdrieonians: 150.33 (0.49%)

28. Clyde: 150.33 (0.49%)

29. Alloa: 150.33 (0.49%)

30. Cove Rangers: 167 (0.44%)

31. Peterhead: 167 (0.44%)

32. East Fife: 183.67 (0.4%)

33. Stirling: 183.67 (0.4%)

34. Kelty Hearts: 233.67 (0.32%)

35. Edinburgh City: 233.67 (0.32%)

36. Linlithgow Rose: 317 (0.23%)

37. Spartans: 480.2 (0.15%)

38. Stranraer: 580.2 (0.13%)

39. Forfar Athletic: 980.2 (0.08%)

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