Dundee United vs Ayr United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Prediction Match Centre

Dundee United

No standing data

2-0

Dundee United
Win Probability 56%

17/01/2026 08:00

Ayr United

No standing data

Scotland FA Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dundee United vs Ayr United on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dundee United vs Ayr United preview before placing your bet.

Dundee United will face Ayr United in Scotland FA Cup on January 17, 2026 at 08:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.58.

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

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

08:00

2026-01-17

Dundee United vs Ayr United - Prediction & Odds

Dundee United

Ayr United

2026-01-17 08:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/01/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Dundee United and Ayr United in the Scotland FA Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

20/07/2024 09:15

Dundee United

2 - 1

Ayr United

SCO LC

20/04/2024 07:00

Dundee United

1 - 0

Ayr United

SCO CH

03/02/2024 08:00

Ayr United

1 - 2

Dundee United

SCO CH

09/12/2023 08:00

Dundee United

1 - 0

Ayr United

SCO CH

26/08/2023 07:00

Ayr United

0 - 3

Dundee United

SCO CH

14/08/2021 07:00

Ayr United

1 - 1

Dundee United

SCO LC

Dundee United

50%

Draw

17%

Ayr United

33%

Dundee United Last 6 matches

10/01/2026 08:00

Celtic FC 4 - 0 Dundee United

SCO PR

03/01/2026 08:00

Dundee United 0 - 1 Dundee FC

SCO PR

30/12/2025 12:45

Livingston 1 - 3 Dundee United

SCO PR

27/12/2025 10:45

Aberdeen 1 - 1 Dundee United

SCO PR

20/12/2025 08:00

Dundee United 1 - 1 Hibernian

SCO PR

17/12/2025 13:00

Dundee United 2 - 1 Celtic FC

SCO PR

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Ayr United

13/01/2026 12:45

Ayr United 4 - 1 Stranraer

SCO BC

10/01/2026 08:00

Ayr United 1 - 1 Airdrie United

SCO CH

27/12/2025 08:00

Greenock Morton 1 - 1 Ayr United

SCO CH

20/12/2025 08:00

Dunfermline Athletic 2 - 3 Ayr United

SCO CH

12/12/2025 12:45

Ayr United 2 - 4 Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

09/12/2025 12:45

Ayr United 2 - 1 Peterhead

SCO BC

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland FA Cup

Played games

Dundee United

Ayr United

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.67

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (50%)1 (50%)

Dundee United

Recent matches

Ayr United

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

/Yes

(67%)2 1(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 2(100%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dundee United

Ayr United

Shots

Dundee United

Total shots

12.00 avg / game

Blocked

8 total

Avg. 2.67

Ayr United

Total shots

13.50 avg / game

Blocked

4 total

Avg. 4.00

Dundee United Pass Ayr United

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

60%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dundee United

Played games

Ayr United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.50

5.67

Corners

4.50

14.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.67

Offsides

0.00

1.67

GK saves

1.00

Dundee United

DISCIPLINARY

Ayr United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.33

1.00

0.33

0.00

9.67

Fouls

11.00

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Dundee United vs Ayr United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundee United vs Ayr United on 17 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 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.

Dundee United vs Ayr United Form Analysis

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