Elgin City vs Edinburgh City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 October

Prediction

Elgin City

W L L L L

1st place in Scottish Division Two

? - ?

17/10/2026 10:00

Edinburgh City

L W L W L

10th place in Scottish Division Two

Scottish Division Two

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Elgin City vs Edinburgh City on 17 October 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Elgin City vs Edinburgh City preview before placing your bet.

Elgin City are currently 1st with 3 points after 1 match.
Edinburgh City sit 10th with 0 points from 1 match.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 17/10/2026

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

01 Elgin City	3	1	1	0	0	5	0	5
02 Spartans	3	1	1	0	0	4	2	2
03 Clyde	3	1	1	0	0	3	1	2
04 Stirling Albion	3	1	1	0	0	2	0	2
05 Forfar Athletic	3	1	1	0	0	1	0	1
06 Kelty Hearts	0	1	0	0	1	0	1	-1
07 Annan Athletic	0	1	0	0	1	2	4	-2
08 Stranraer	0	1	0	0	1	1	3	-2
09 Dumbarton	0	1	0	0	1	0	2	-2
10 Edinburgh City	0	1	0	0	1	0	5	-5

Elgin City Last 6 matches

01/08/2026 21:00

Edinburgh City 0 - 5 Elgin City Scottish Division Two

25/07/2026 21:00

Hamilton Academical 5 - 0 Elgin City Scotland League Cup

18/07/2026 21:00

Elgin City 0 - 1 Kilmarnock Scotland League Cup

15/07/2026 01:45

Elgin City 1 - 3 Peterhead Scotland League Cup

11/07/2026 21:00

Raith Rovers 3 - 1 Elgin City Scotland League Cup

04/07/2026 20:00

Johnstone Burgh FC 2 - 3 Elgin City International Club Friendly

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Edinburgh City

01/08/2026 21:00

Edinburgh City 0 - 5 Elgin City Scottish Division Two

22/07/2026 01:45

Stranraer 0 - 2 Edinburgh City Scotland League Cup

18/07/2026 21:00

Ayr United 2 - 0 Edinburgh City Scotland League Cup

15/07/2026 01:45

Edinburgh City 2 - 0 Alloa Athletic Scotland League Cup

11/07/2026 21:00

Edinburgh City 0 - 5 Falkirk Scotland League Cup

04/07/2026 19:30

Edinburgh City 1 - 1 Bonnyrigg Rose International Club Friendly

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Division Two

Played games

Goals

Scored

405

Avg. per game

1.39

Conceded

476

Avg. per game

1.63

Scored

367

Avg. per game

1.33

Conceded

501

Avg. per game

1.82

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 292 matches

YesNo

210 (72%)82 (28%)

In last 292 matches

NoYes

196 (71%)79 (29%)

Elgin City

Recent matches

Edinburgh City

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Elgin City

Edinburgh City

Shots

Elgin City

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

38 total

Avg. 1.81

Edinburgh City

Total shots

8.93 avg / game

Blocked

41 total

Avg. 2.05

Elgin City Pass Edinburgh City

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Elgin City

292

Played games

Edinburgh City

275

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.21

4.12

1202

Corners

963

3.50

0.06

Throw-ins

0.04

0.11

Offsides

0.08

0.88

257

GK saves

241

0.88

Elgin City

DISCIPLINARY

Edinburgh City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.76

515

525

1.91

0.09

0.05

3.51

1025

Fouls

1021

3.71

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Elgin City vs Edinburgh City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Elgin City vs Edinburgh City on 17 October 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 Division Two 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.

Elgin City vs Edinburgh City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Elgin City's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Edinburgh City'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 Division Two 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 Division Two standings and the Scottish Division Two form table to understand exactly where Elgin City and Edinburgh City 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 Scottish Division Two predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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