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As Linlithgow Rose prepares to host Inverness CT in the Scottish League Cup on July 18, 2026, both teams provide interesting narratives as they enter this matchup. Linlithgow Rose comes off a solid performance, winning 2 of their last 3 outings, showcasing their resilience and ability to capitalize on home advantage. Their recent form suggests a steady improvement, supported by tactical discipline and a robust defensive structure.
Conversely, Inverness CT arrives with a compelling form of their own, securing victories in 4 out of their last 5 matches. This strong run highlights their attacking prowess and adaptability, which have allowed them to navigate various styles of play effectively. The away side’s consistency, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds of 1.26 for an away victory, positions them as favorites in this encounter.
Tactically, Linlithgow Rose may adopt a more defensive approach to stifle Inverness’ attacking threats, while Inverness is likely to leverage their form to control possession and create scoring opportunities. Overall, while recent trends favor Inverness CT, the unpredictability of cup competitions ensures that Linlithgow Rose will be looking to leverage home support for a potential upset.
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| Linlithgow 11.6% |
Draw 16.3% |
Inverness 72.1% |
Outrights of Scottish League Cup Inverness: 0.73% Linlithgow Rose: 0.27%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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7.75 | 5.75 | 1.28 | |
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8.00 | 5.90 | 1.27 | |
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8.70 | 5.40 | 1.25 | |
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7.40 | 5.45 | 1.25 | |
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7.95 | 5.56 | 1.31 | |
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8.00 | 5.80 | 1.27 |
Latest Results
| 14.07.26 Linlithgow Rose – St. Johnstone FC – 0:2 11.07.26 Greenock Morton – Linlithgow Rose – 0:1 20.06.26 Linlithgow Rose – Dumbarton – 4:3 18.04.26 Bonnyrigg Rose – Linlithgow Rose – 1:2 11.04.26 Linlithgow Rose – Clydebank FC – 4:1 |
11.07.26 Inverness CT – East Fife – 2:1 penalties 07.07.26 Cove Rangers – Inverness CT – 1:4 04.07.26 Inverness CT – Ross County – 0:4 27.06.26 Clachnacuddin – Inverness CT – 1:3 23.06.26 Nairn County – Inverness CT – 1:3 |
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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