Cove Rangers vs Forfar Athletic: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Cove Rangers
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2-0
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18/01/2025 15:00
Forfar Athletic
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Scotland FA Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cove Rangers vs Forfar Athletic on 18 January 2025 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cove Rangers vs Forfar Athletic preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Cove Rangers to win with probability 61%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Cove Rangers, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Forfar Athletic have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.
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2025-01-18

Cove Rangers vs Forfar Athletic - Prediction & Odds

Cove Rangers
Cove Rangers
Forfar Athletic
Forfar Athletic
2025-01-18 15:00
61
22
17
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.45
FT
2-0 1-0
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weather
STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Cove Rangers and Forfar Athletic in the Scotland FA Cup football standings for the 2024-2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
20/07/2024 14:00
Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
1 - 1
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
SCO LC
26/12/2020 15:00
Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
0 - 1
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
SCO L1
14/11/2020 15:00
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
1 - 0
Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
SCO LC
07/11/2020 15:00
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
3 - 0
Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
SCO L1
09/07/2019 18:45
Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
2 - 1
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
INT CF
04/07/2017 18:45
Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
4 - 2
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
INT CF
Cove Rangers
3
50%
Draw
1
17%
Forfar Athletic
2
33%
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers Last 6 matches
04/01/2025 15:00
Queen of South 1 - 0 Cove Rangers SCO L1
28/12/2024 15:00
Inverness 1 - 4 Cove Rangers SCO L1
21/12/2024 15:00
Cove Rangers 2 - 0 Alloa Athletic SCO L1
14/12/2024 15:00
Cove Rangers 0 - 0 Kelty Hearts SCO L1
07/12/2024 15:00
Annan Athletic 1 - 1 Cove Rangers SCO L1
03/12/2024 19:45
Cove Rangers 0 - 3 Stenhousemuir SCO L1
Win
33%
Draw
33%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
04/01/2025 15:00
East Fife 1 - 0 Forfar Athletic SCO L2
28/12/2024 15:00
Forfar Athletic 2 - 2 Stirling Albion SCO L2
21/12/2024 15:00
Clyde 2 - 0 Forfar Athletic SCO L2
17/12/2024 19:45
Forfar Athletic 1 - 1 Peterhead SCO L2
14/12/2024 15:00
Forfar Athletic 5 - 1 Bonnyrigg Rose SCO L2
30/11/2024 15:00
Forfar Athletic 2 - 2 Stirling Albion SCOFAC
Win
17%
Draw
50%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Scotland FA Cup
Played games
Cove Rangers
Cove Rangers
287
 Forfar Athletic
Forfar Athletic
276
Goals
Scored
433
Avg. per game
1.51
Conceded
401
Avg. per game
1.40
Scored
310
Avg. per game
1.12
Conceded
377
Avg. per game
1.37
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 287 matches
YesNo
213 (74%)74 (26%)
In last 287 matches
NoYes
185 (67%)91 (33%)
Cove Rangers

Cove Rangers

Recent matches

Forfar Athletic

Forfar Athletic

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers
Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
Shots
Cove Rangers
Cove Rangers
Total shots
10.80 avg / game
Blocked
28 total
Avg. 1.65
Forfar Athletic
Forfar Athletic
Total shots
9.23 avg / game
Blocked
29 total
Avg. 1.32
Cove Rangers Cove Rangers Pass Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
51%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
48%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Cove Rangers
Cove Rangers
22283
Avg. 77.64 / game
 Forfar Athletic
Forfar Athletic
20901
Avg. 75.73 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Cove Rangers
Cove Rangers
13477
Avg. 46.96 / game
 Forfar Athletic
Forfar Athletic
12622
Avg. 45.73 / game
OTHERS
Cove Rangers
Cove Rangers
287
Played games
Forfar Athletic
Forfar Athletic
276
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.28
81
Clean sheets
73
0.26
4.85
1391
Corners
1252
4.54
0.10
28
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.14
40
Offsides
27
0.10
1.32
378
GK saves
218
0.79
Cove Rangers
Cove Rangers
DISCIPLINARY
Forfar Athletic
Forfar Athletic
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.57
451
Yellow card
507
1.84
0.06
18
Red card
17
0.06
4.73
1358
Fouls
1092
3.96
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Cove Rangers vs Forfar Athletic Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cove Rangers vs Forfar Athletic on 18 January 2025 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 Scotland FA Cup 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.

Cove Rangers vs Forfar Athletic Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Cove Rangers's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Forfar Athletic'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.

Scotland FA Cup 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 Scotland FA Cup standings and the Scotland FA Cup form table to understand exactly where Cove Rangers and Forfar Athletic sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Scotland FA Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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