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In the upcoming Scottish League Cup clash on August 15, 2026, Dunfermline Athletic will host Ross County at home. Both teams are entering this fixture with contrasting recent form. Dunfermline has claimed victory in 3 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a stable performance. In contrast, Ross County has been in excellent form, winning 4 out of their last 5 games, indicating a strong offensive and defensive presence.
Dunfermline Athletic’s tactical approach has typically involved solid ball retention and an organized midfield, which they will need to leverage against Ross County. The visitors are known for their dynamic attacking style and quick transitions, which have been instrumental in their recent successes.
Bookmakers have priced the home win at 2.17, suggesting a competitive encounter. The model predicts a 45.1% probability of a home victory, with a 30.1% chance for a draw and 27% for an away win. The projected scoreline of 1:1 aligns with the expectation of a closely contested match. While Dunfermline enjoys home advantage, Ross County’s recent form makes this match difficult to call. Both teams will aim to capitalize on their strengths, setting the stage for an intriguing battle.
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| Dunfermline 42.9% |
Draw 28.7% |
Ross County 28.4% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Outrights of Scottish League Cup Dunfermline: 1.98% Ross County: 0.84%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.15 | 3.20 | 3.25 | |
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2.18 | 3.25 | 3.26 | |
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2.17 | 3.27 | 3.28 | |
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2.19 | 3.30 | 3.35 |
Latest Results
| 08.08.26 Dunfermline Athletic – Ayr United – 1:1 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 |
08.08.26 Ross County – Montrose FC – 2:1 01.08.26 Peterhead – Ross County – 0:1 25.07.26 Airdrieonians FC – Ross County – 0:3 21.07.26 Ross County – Dundee FC – 2:1 penalties 18.07.26 Ross County – Clyde – 3:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 21.03.26 Ross County – Dunfermline Athletic – 2:2 03.03.26 Dunfermline Athletic – Ross County – 3:0 25.10.25 Ross County – Dunfermline Athletic – 3:2 30.08.25 Dunfermline Athletic – Ross County – 2:2 16.07.22 Ross County – Dunfermline Athletic – 1:0 |
Standings
Main
Group A
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Aberdeen | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11:2 | 12 |
| 2 | Queen’s Park | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9:4 | 9 |
| 3 | Kelty Hearts | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:8 | 5 |
| 4 | Queen of South | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6:8 | 4 |
| 5 | Brora Rangers | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3:11 | 0 |
Group B
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Dundee Utd | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Montrose | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5:2 | 9 |
| 3 | Arbroath | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3:6 | 6 |
| 4 | Stirling | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:5 | 3 |
| 5 | Spartans | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4:9 | 3 |
Group C
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | St. Mirren | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12:4 | 9 |
| 2 | Dunfermline | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 9 |
| 3 | East Kilbride | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 13:10 | 6 |
| 4 | Dumbarton | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6:13 | 3 |
| 5 | Cove Rangers | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:13 | 3 |
Group D
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Ross County | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11:3 | 11 |
| 2 | Dundee FC | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14:3 | 10 |
| 3 | Clyde | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6:8 | 6 |
| 4 | Airdrieonians | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5:8 | 3 |
| 5 | Annan | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2:16 | 0 |
Group E
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Stenhousemuir | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6:3 | 10 |
| 2 | Partick Thistle | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 13:3 | 9 |
| 3 | Livingston | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 11:1 | 8 |
| 4 | Forfar Athletic | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:15 | 3 |
| 5 | Brechin | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2:13 | 0 |
Group F
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Inverness | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 11 |
| 2 | East Fife | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 9 |
| 3 | St Johnstone | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 4 | Linlithgow Rose | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:7 | 3 |
| 5 | Morton | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0:7 | 0 |
Group G
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Ayr | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10:3 | 12 |
| 2 | Falkirk | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9:2 | 7 |
| 3 | Edinburgh City | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4:7 | 6 |
| 4 | Alloa | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4:9 | 4 |
| 5 | Stranraer | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4:10 | 1 |
Group H
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kilmarnock | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:0 | 9 |
| 2 | Hamilton | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7:2 | 8 |
| 3 | Raith | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5:2 | 8 |
| 4 | Peterhead | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:3 | 5 |
| 5 | Elgin City | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2:12 | 0 |
Ranking of second-placed teams
| Pl | W | W | L | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Dundee FC | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14:3 | 10 |
| 2 | Partick Thistle | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 13:3 | 9 |
| 3 | Dunfermline | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 9 |
| 4 | Queen’s Park | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9:4 | 9 |
| 5 | East Fife | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 9 |
| 6 | Montrose | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5:2 | 9 |
| 7 | Hamilton | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7:2 | 8 |
| 8 | Falkirk | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9:2 | 7 |
Scottish League Cup Outrights
1. Celtic: 2.5 (32.45%)
2. Rangers: 3.21 (25.29%)
3. Hearts: 7 (11.59%)
4. Aberdeen: 16.67 (4.87%)
5. Hibernian: 20.33 (3.99%)
6. Dundee Utd: 22.67 (3.58%)
7. Motherwell: 25.17 (3.22%)
8. Dundee FC: 33.17 (2.45%)
9. Kilmarnock: 34 (2.39%)
10. St. Mirren: 41 (1.98%)
11. Dunfermline: 41 (1.98%)
12. Partick: 50.33 (1.61%)
13. Inverness: 71.33 (1.14%)
14. Ayr: 80.33 (1.01%)
15. Ross County: 97 (0.84%)
16. Queen’s Park: 100.2 (0.81%)
17. Stenhousemuir: 100.33 (0.81%)
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