Elgin City vs Peterhead predictions, Jul 14, 2026

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As Elgin City prepares to host Peterhead in the Scottish League Cup on July 14, 2026, both teams will look to capitalize on their recent performances. Elgin City has struggled somewhat lately, securing only 1 victory in their last 3 outings. This streak indicates potential vulnerabilities in their defensive organization, which could be exploited by their opponents.

On the other hand, Peterhead, having won 1 of their last 2 matches, appears to be in marginally better form. Their ability to execute quick transitions and capitalize on set-piece opportunities will be critical during the match. The bookmakers have marked Peterhead as the favorites with odds of 1.93 for an away win, compared to Elgin City’s odds of 3.43 for a home victory, reflecting the current assessment of both teams’ capabilities.

Tactically, Elgin City may look to dominate possession and create opportunities through sustained attacking plays, while Peterhead might prioritize a robust defensive setup and aim for quick counterattacks. As both sides vie for progression in the cup, the outcome is finely poised; while Peterhead is favored, Elgin’s home advantage should not be underestimated. As always in cup competitions, surprises can occur, making this a must-watch encounter.

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Elgin 29.1%

Draw 24.8%

Peterhead 46.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2

Outrights of Scottish League Cup Peterhead: 0.4% Elgin City: 0.13%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	3.30	3.60	1.93
	2.89	3.81	2.07
	3.15	3.65	2.02
	3.18	3.60	1.97
	2.80	3.70	2.02
	3.43	3.82	1.93
	3.20	3.70	2.03

Latest Results

11.07.26 Raith Rovers – Elgin City – 3:1 30.06.26 Nairn County – Elgin City – 0:6 27.06.26 Airdrieonians FC – Elgin City – 1:1 02.05.26 Elgin City – Stranraer FC – 0:1 25.04.26 Spartans FC – Elgin City – 1:1

11.07.26 Peterhead – Hamilton Academical – 0:1 02.07.26 Dundee FC 2 – Peterhead – 1:3 02.05.26 Peterhead – Kelty Hearts – 0:2 25.04.26 Hamilton Academical – Peterhead – 3:1 18.04.26 Peterhead – Queen of the South – 1:1

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Elgin won 3.

Peterhead could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Elgin won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 19:41. (average 1:2.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Elgin won 3 matches, drew 1 match, lost 5 matches, and goals 10:13. (average 1.1:1.4).

Latest Head To Head

23.09.25 Peterhead – Elgin City – 1:1 19.04.25 Elgin City – Peterhead – 4:0 01.03.25 Peterhead – Elgin City – 2:0 28.12.24 Elgin City – Peterhead – 2:0 05.10.24 Peterhead – Elgin City – 0:1

Standings

2026/27

Group A

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

Group B

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

Group C

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

Group D

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

Group E

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

Group F

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

Group G

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

Group H

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

Ranking of second-placed teams

		Pl	W	W	L	L		Pts
1	East Kilbride	1	1	0	0	0	3:0	3
2	Dundee FC	1	1	0	0	0	4:2	3
3	Stenhousemuir	1	1	0	0	0	2:0	3
4	Ayr	1	1	0	0	0	3:2	3
5	Dundee Utd	1	1	0	0	0	1:0	3
6	Hamilton	1	1	0	0	0	1:0	3
7	Inverness	1	0	1	0	0	1:1	2
8	Kelty Hearts	1	0	1	0	0	1:1	2

Scottish League Cup Outrights

1. Celtic: 2.5 (29.27%)

2. Rangers: 3.25 (22.52%)

3. Hearts: 7 (10.45%)

4. Aberdeen: 17 (4.3%)

5. Hibernian: 21 (3.48%)

6. Dundee Utd: 26 (2.81%)

7. Motherwell: 26 (2.81%)

8. Dundee FC: 34 (2.15%)

9. St. Mirren: 41 (1.78%)

10. Falkirk: 41 (1.78%)

11. Kilmarnock: 50.33 (1.45%)

12. Partick: 65.67 (1.11%)

13. St Johnstone: 65.67 (1.11%)

14. Raith: 80.33 (0.91%)

15. Ross County: 80.33 (0.91%)

16. Livingston: 80.33 (0.91%)

17. Inverness: 100.33 (0.73%)

18. Stenhousemuir: 100.33 (0.73%)

19. Queen’s Park: 100.33 (0.73%)

20. Arbroath: 100.33 (0.73%)

21. East Kilbride: 108.67 (0.67%)

22. Ayr: 108.67 (0.67%)

23. Dunfermline: 117 (0.63%)

24. Hamilton: 117 (0.63%)

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

26. Airdrieonians: 133.67 (0.55%)

27. Alloa: 133.67 (0.55%)

28. Morton: 150.33 (0.49%)

29. Montrose: 150.33 (0.49%)

30. Clyde: 167 (0.44%)

31. East Fife: 183.67 (0.4%)

32. Cove Rangers: 183.67 (0.4%)

33. Peterhead: 183.67 (0.4%)

34. Kelty Hearts: 200.33 (0.37%)

35. Stirling: 200.33 (0.37%)

36. Linlithgow Rose: 233.67 (0.31%)

37. Dumbarton: 400.33 (0.18%)

38. Edinburgh City: 400.33 (0.18%)

39. Spartans: 400.33 (0.18%)

40. Stranraer: 400.33 (0.18%)

41. Forfar Athletic: 483.67 (0.15%)

42. Brechin: 567 (0.13%)

43. Annan: 567 (0.13%)

44. Elgin City: 567 (0.13%)

45. Brora Rangers: 567 (0.13%)

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