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Ross County vs Livingston Prediction

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Ross County

€6.55m

26 May15:00
2 : 4

Livingston

€3.83m

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Ross County vs Livingston Prediction: Will the Lions Roar or Will the Staggies Hold Their Ground?

Alright, mate, let’s settle in for a proper chat about the Ross County vs Livingston prediction—one that’s got more twists than a bag of curly fries. The Scottish Premiership throws up its fair share of tight encounters, but this one at the Global Energy Stadium (kick-off 20:00 GMT, 2025-05-26) looks set to be a real chess match. Odds? Drama? A sprinkle of stats? Grab your pint, and let’s break it down.

Setting the Scene: Stats, Squads & Betting Odds

First things first: the bookies have Ross County at 2.5 for a home win, a draw at 3.2, and Livingston to nick it at 2.8. Not exactly a landslide for anyone, is it? You’d think with County’s squad valued at a cool €6.55m (compared to Livingston’s €3.83m), the home side would be heavy favourites. But Scottish football doesn’t care for price tags—it’s all about grit, wind, and the odd shinned goal.

  • Home teams in the Scottish Premiership win 39.5% of matches.
  • Away sides take the spoils in 27.1%.
  • Draws? A chunky 33.4%.

So, if you’re thinking of backing the draw, you’re not alone—statistically, it’s almost as likely as a home win. But here’s where it gets interesting: our AI tips are leaning toward Livingston, with a predicted final score of 0:2 and a half-time forecast of 0:1. The trust rating isn’t sky-high (4.0 out of 10), but at odds of 2.8, there’s value for the brave.

Recent Form & Head to Head: A Tale of Two Tight Sides

Let’s stroll down memory lane to their last head to head on 2025-01-18. Ross County banged in 2, but Livingston edged it with 3 goals. The odds back then? Ross County were slight favourites at 1.9, with Livingston at a tempting 3.75. It was a proper ding-dong battle, but it’s worth noting that both teams to score lands in just 42.1% of Scottish Premiership games.

And don’t forget Ross County’s gritty away win over Kilmarnock on 2025-01-05 (odds: 5.0, final score: 0:1). It shows the Staggies can grind out results when it matters, even if the bookies write them off.

Will We See Goals? The Case for Under 3.5

Here’s where the Ross County vs Livingston prediction gets spicy for punters: both our AI and the under/over market are shouting “under 3.5 goals!” Odds are a short 1.25, with a trust rating hovering around 5.0. Is it worth it? Well, only 24.9% of Scottish Premiership matches see over 3.5 total goals. Over 1.5 goals lands in 65.5%, and over 2.5 in 44.8%—so while we’ll likely get a couple of goals, a goalfest is about as likely as a sunny day in Dingwall.

  • Under 3.5 goals: 1.25 odds, trust 4.9/10
  • Both teams score in only 42.1% of matches
  • Predicted score: 0:2 to Livingston

So, if you’re after fireworks, maybe look elsewhere. But if you love a tactical tussle with a side of tension, this one’s for you.

Fan Expectations & Betting Choices: Who’s Got the Edge?

Despite Ross County’s higher squad value, the odds and predictions are sniffing out a Livingston win. Why? Well, the away side might not win as often (27.1%), but they’ve shown they can edge tight games—just like in January’s head to head. With referee N. Walsh keeping things in check, expect a few meaty tackles and not much space in midfield.

  1. Ross County have the home advantage, but are unpredictable—capable of big results, but also the odd slip.
  2. Livingston are the value pick for a narrow win, especially with the bookies slightly underrating their chances.
  3. Don’t expect a high-scoring affair—history and stats both point to a cagey game.

Final Word: Ross County vs Livingston Prediction & Betting Tips

So, our Ross County vs Livingston prediction is a 0:2 Livingston win, with under 3.5 goals the safest bet on the board. The odds suggest a tight battle—and with both teams’ recent results and head to head history, you’d be brave to call it a banker either way. But that’s the beauty of Scottish football: it’s never boring, even when the goals are scarce. Cheers to that!

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The best betting football prediction for Ross County vs Livingston

U3.5 -400

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -400
4/10

1x2 Tip

2 180

Livingston is expected to win with odds of 180
3/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -400

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match
4/10

Both Teams To Score

No -105

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&U4.5 -149

Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
3/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

0:2

Average / Match

2.4
Total Goals
2.7
0.7
Goals Scored
2.3
1.7
Goals Against
0.4

Overview Last 10 Matches

0
Wins
7
8
Over 1.5 Goals
8
3
Over 2.5 Goals
5
2
Over 3.5 Goals
2
6
Both Teams Scored
2
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Ross County
7 - 7 - 12
Livingston
Ross County Ross County 26-May-25
2:4
Livingston Livingston
Livingston Livingston 22-May-25
1:1
Ross County Ross County
Ross County Ross County 18-Jan-25
2:3
Livingston Livingston
Livingston Livingston 27-Apr-24
2:0
Ross County Ross County
Ross County Ross County 24-Feb-24
3:2
Livingston Livingston
Livingston Livingston 30-Jan-24
2:2
Ross County Ross County
Ross County Ross County 16-Sep-23
1:1
Livingston Livingston
Ross County Ross County 06-May-23
2:0
Livingston Livingston
Livingston Livingston 18-Mar-23
2:1
Ross County Ross County
Ross County Ross County 07-Jan-23
0:2
Livingston Livingston

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