Ayr United vs Raith Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 January

Ayr United

D L W L L

7th place in Scottish Championship

1-0

31/01/2026 15:00

Raith Rovers

W W W L L

5th place in Scottish Championship

Scottish Championship

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ayr United vs Raith Rovers on 31 January 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ayr United vs Raith Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Ayr United are currently 7th with 39 points after 36 matches.
Raith Rovers sit 5th with 45 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: a draw with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Ayr United and Raith Rovers have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred HT

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:00

2026-01-31

Ayr United vs Raith Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Ayr United

Raith Rovers

2026-01-31 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 31/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Saint Johnstone	77	36	22	11	3	67	25	42
02 Partick Thistle	66	36	17	15	4	53	36	17
03 Arbroath	52	36	13	13	10	43	41	2
04 Dunfermline Athletic	51	36	14	9	13	52	41	11
05 Raith Rovers	45	36	12	9	15	43	42	1
06 $Queen\'s Park$ Queen\'s Park	41	36	9	14	13	35	48	-13
07 Ayr United	39	36	8	15	13	38	47	-9
08 Greenock Morton	38	36	8	14	14	36	52	-16
09 Airdrie United	36	36	8	12	16	35	49	-14
10 Ross County	34	36	8	10	18	36	57	-21

Head To Head

11/10/2025 14:00

Raith Rovers

0 - 2

Ayr United

SCO CH

09/08/2025 14:00

Ayr United

0 - 1

Raith Rovers

SCO CH

05/04/2025 14:00

Raith Rovers

1 - 0

Ayr United

SCO CH

04/01/2025 15:00

Ayr United

3 - 0

Raith Rovers

SCO CH

01/11/2024 19:45

Raith Rovers

2 - 0

Ayr United

SCO CH

08/09/2024 12:00

Ayr United

3 - 2

Raith Rovers

SCO BC

Ayr United

50%

Draw

Raith Rovers

50%

Ayr United Last 6 matches

17/01/2026 15:00

Dundee United 2 - 0 Ayr United SCOFAC

13/01/2026 19:45

Ayr United 4 - 1 Stranraer SCO BC

10/01/2026 15:00

Ayr United 1 - 1 Airdrie United SCO CH

27/12/2025 15:00

Greenock Morton 1 - 1 Ayr United SCO CH

20/12/2025 15:00

Dunfermline Athletic 2 - 3 Ayr United SCO CH

12/12/2025 19:45

Ayr United 2 - 4 Saint Johnstone SCO CH

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Raith Rovers

18/01/2026 14:30

Aberdeen 1 - 0 Raith Rovers SCOFAC

10/01/2026 15:00

Raith Rovers 2 - 3 Arbroath SCO CH

06/01/2026 19:45

Raith Rovers 1 - 0 Queen of South SCO BC

03/01/2026 15:00

Airdrie United 0 - 0 Raith Rovers SCO CH

27/12/2025 15:00

Raith Rovers 1 - 2 Dunfermline Athletic SCO CH

20/12/2025 15:00

Partick Thistle 0 - 0 Raith Rovers SCO CH

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Championship

Played games

Ayr United

Raith Rovers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.06

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.31

Scored

Avg. per game

1.19

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.17

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

26 (72%)10 (28%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

20 (56%)16 (44%)

Ayr United

Recent matches

Raith Rovers

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)27 9(25%)

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)9 27(75%)

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)14 22(61%)

/Yes

(61%)22 14(39%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)12 24(67%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Ayr United

Raith Rovers

Shots

Ayr United

Total shots

8.94 avg / game

Blocked

56 total

Avg. 2.67

Raith Rovers

Total shots

9.31 avg / game

Blocked

40 total

Avg. 2.11

Ayr United Pass Raith Rovers

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Ayr United

Played games

Raith Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.42

5.25

189

Corners

192

5.33

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.17

Offsides

0.94

2.25

GK saves

2.11

Ayr United

DISCIPLINARY

Raith Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.47

2.25

0.11

0.06

11.50

414

Fouls

389

10.81

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Ayr United vs Raith Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ayr United vs Raith Rovers on 31 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Scottish Championship fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Ayr United vs Raith Rovers Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Ayr United's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Raith Rovers's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Scottish Championship Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Scottish Championship standings and the Scottish Championship form table to understand exactly where Ayr United and Raith Rovers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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