Ross County vs Ayr United predictions, Apr 18, 2026

Scottish Football Championship, on Saturday,

Ross County

Ayr

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In an intriguing matchup in the Scottish Football Championship, Ross County will host Ayr United on April 18, 2026. Both teams enter this clash with challenging recent form, as neither has secured a victory in their last five outings. Ross County’s struggles are reflected in their inability to convert opportunities into points, while Ayr United shares a similar fate, with both clubs searching for a much-needed boost.

Bookmakers favor Ross County slightly, with odds of 2.22 for a home win compared to Ayr United’s 3.16 for an away victory. According to predictive models, there is a 43.5% probability of a home win, a 28% chance of a draw, and a 27.8% likelihood of an away triumph. The predicted final score stands at 1:1, highlighting the anticipated competitive nature of the match.

Tactically, both teams may need to focus on tightening their defenses, as recent results suggest vulnerabilities at the back. With neither side in optimal form, the match could hinge on momentary lapses or flashes of brilliance from individual players. This encounter promises to be a closely contested affair, with no guaranteed outcome for either team.

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Ross County
43.2%
Draw
29.4%
Ayr
27.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.12 3.24 3.48
betsson 2.18 3.1 3.25
MarathonBet 2.08 3.13 3.35
WilliamHill 2.15 3 3.4
Pinnacle 2.12 3.26 3.41

Latest Results

10.04.26 Queens Park FC – Ross County – 1:0
04.04.26 Ross County – Airdrieonians FC – 0:4
27.03.26 Partick Thistle – Ross County – 3:1
21.03.26 Ross County – Dunfermline Athletic – 2:2
14.03.26 St. Johnstone FC – Ross County – 1:0
11.04.26 Ayr United – Arbroath – 1:0
07.04.26 Ayr United – Dunfermline Athletic – 0:3
04.04.26 Ayr United – Partick Thistle – 1:1
27.03.26 Raith Rovers – Ayr United – 3:0
21.03.26 Ayr United – Greenock Morton – 0:1

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ross County won 1.
  • Ross County has been struggling in recent matches (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Ayr has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Ayr may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Ayr has had a series of home games.
  • Ross County could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 12 head-to-head matches, Ross County won 5 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 17:12. (average 1.4:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Ross County won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 10:6. (average 2:1.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    21.02.26 Ayr United – Ross County – 0:0
    08.11.25 Ross County – Ayr United – 3:3
    13.09.25 Ayr United – Ross County – 1:1
    18.01.20 Ayr United – Ross County – 1:0
    19.04.19 Ayr United – Ross County – 1:3

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 St Johnstone 33 19 11 3 62:25 37 68
    2 Partick Thistle 33 17 12 4 50:33 17 63
    3 Arbroath 33 12 11 10 41:40 1 47
    4 Dunfermline 32 13 7 12 48:37 11 46
    5 Raith 32 10 9 13 37:36 1 39
    6 Ayr 33 8 15 10 36:42 -6 39
    7 Queen’s Park 32 9 12 11 34:43 -9 39
    8 Morton 33 8 12 13 35:47 -12 36
    9 Airdrieonians 32 7 9 16 28:43 -15 30
    10 Ross County 33 6 10 17 28:53 -25 28

    Scottish Football Championship Outrights

    1. St Johnstone: 1.05 (90.67%)

    2. Partick: 10.2 (9.33%)

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