Elgin City vs Spartans Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – December 16

Elgin City

L D D D D

7th place in Scottish Division Two

0-4

16/12/2023 11:00

Spartans

W D D W D

3rd place in Scottish Division Two

Scottish Division Two

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Elgin City vs Spartans on December 16, 2023 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Elgin City vs Spartans preview before placing for you.

Elgin City are currently 7th with 40 points after 36 matches.
Spartans sit 3rd with 58 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Spartans to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Elgin City and Spartans have each won 2 of the last 4 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

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

11:00

2023-12-16

Elgin City vs Spartans - Prediction & Odds

Elgin City

Spartans

2023-12-16 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/12/2023

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

01 Stenhousemuir	68	36	18	14	4	50	31	19
02 Peterhead	60	36	16	12	8	58	39	19
03 Spartans	58	36	15	13	8	53	43	10
04 Dumbarton	57	36	16	9	11	56	44	12
05 East Fife	44	36	11	11	14	46	47	-1
06 Forfar Athletic	42	36	9	15	12	38	45	-7
07 Elgin City	40	36	10	10	16	35	59	-24
08 Bonnyrigg Rose	39	36	9	12	15	47	48	-1
09 Clyde	38	36	9	11	16	46	58	-12
10 Stranraer	36	36	9	9	18	38	53	-15

Head To Head

19/08/2023 10:00

Spartans

2 - 1

Elgin City

SCO L2

24/10/2015 10:00

Elgin City

1 - 0

Spartans

SCOFAC

15/12/2008 15:45

Elgin City

1 - 2

Spartans

SCOFAC

06/12/2008 11:00

Elgin City

2 - 1

Spartans

SCOFAC

Elgin City

50%

Draw

Spartans

50%

Elgin City Last 6 matches

09/12/2023 11:00

East Fife 4 - 0 Elgin City SCO L2

21/11/2023 15:45

Elgin City 1 - 0 Forfar Athletic SCO L2

18/11/2023 11:00

Dumbarton 1 - 0 Elgin City SCO L2

11/11/2023 11:00

Elgin City 2 - 0 Bonnyrigg Rose SCO L2

04/11/2023 11:00

Stranraer 3 - 1 Elgin City SCO L2

28/10/2023 10:00

Jeanfield Swifts 6 - 0 Elgin City SCOFAC

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Spartans

09/12/2023 11:00

Spartans 1 - 0 Forfar Athletic SCO L2

25/11/2023 11:00

Spartans 2 - 1 Arbroath SCOFAC

18/11/2023 11:00

Spartans 1 - 2 Peterhead SCO L2

11/11/2023 11:00

Stenhousemuir 3 - 2 Spartans SCO L2

04/11/2023 11:00

Clyde 1 - 2 Spartans SCO L2

28/10/2023 10:00

Brechin City 1 - 2 Spartans SCOFAC

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Division Two

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

217

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

266

Avg. per game

0.91

Scored

223

Avg. per game

1.01

Conceded

153

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 292 matches

YesNo

148 (51%)144 (49%)

In last 292 matches

NoYes

148 (67%)72 (33%)

Elgin City

Recent matches

Spartans

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

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Elgin City

Spartans

Shots

Elgin City

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

38 total

Avg. 1.81

Spartans

Total shots

10.04 avg / game

Blocked

49 total

Avg. 2.13

Elgin City Pass Spartans

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Elgin City

292

Played games

Spartans

220

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.33

4.12

1202

Corners

902

4.10

0.06

Throw-ins

0.08

0.11

Offsides

0.11

0.88

257

GK saves

235

1.07

Elgin City

DISCIPLINARY

Spartans

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.76

515

314

1.43

0.09

0.04

3.51

1025

Fouls

897

4.08

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Elgin City vs Spartans Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Elgin City vs Spartans on 16 December 2023 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 Spartans 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 Spartans'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 Spartans 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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