Elgin City vs Stranraer: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 February

Elgin City
LDWLW
9th place in Scottish Division Two
0 - 1
FT
18/02/2023 11:00
Stranraer
LDLWW
7th place in Scottish Division Two
Scottish Division Two
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Elgin City vs Stranraer on 18 February 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 Stranraer preview before placing your bet.

  • Elgin City will face Stranraer in Scottish Division Two on February 18, 2023 at 11:00.
  • Elgin City are currently 9th with 40 points after 36 matches.
  • Stranraer sit 7th with 45 points from 36 matches.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 18/02/2023
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Stirling Albion Stirling Albion
73 36 21 10 5 67 37 30
02 Dumbarton Dumbarton
62 36 18 8 10 49 39 10
03 Annan Athletic Annan Athletic
51 36 14 9 13 61 51 10
04 East Fife East Fife
50 36 14 8 14 54 50 4
05 Forfar Athletic Forfar Athletic
48 36 13 9 14 37 43 -6
06 Stenhousemuir Stenhousemuir
47 36 12 11 13 51 55 -4
07 Stranraer Stranraer
45 36 12 9 15 43 57 -14
08 Bonnyrigg Rose Bonnyrigg Rose
42 36 11 9 16 36 47 -11
09 Elgin City Elgin City
40 36 11 7 18 44 62 -18
10 Albion Rovers Albion Rovers
39 36 11 6 19 47 48 -1
Elgin City Elgin City Last 6 matches
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
01/07/2026 01:45
Nairn County 0 - 6 Elgin City
International Club Friendly
27/06/2026 20:00
Airdrie United 1 - 1 Elgin City
International Club Friendly
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Stranraer Stranraer
22/07/2026 01:45
Stranraer 0 - 2 Edinburgh City
Scotland League Cup
18/07/2026 21:00
Alloa Athletic 2 - 2 Stranraer
Scotland League Cup
11/07/2026 21:00
Stranraer 2 - 3 Ayr United
Scotland League Cup
04/07/2026 21:00
Greenock Morton 0 - 0 Stranraer
International Club Friendly
27/06/2026 19:00
Stranraer 4 - 0 Dundela
International Club Friendly
20/06/2026 18:30
Stranraer 0 - 0 Larne FC
International Club Friendly
Win
17%
Draw
50%
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
Elgin City
Elgin City
36
 Stranraer
Stranraer
36
Goals
Scored
20
Avg. per game
0.56
Conceded
37
Avg. per game
1.03
Scored
19
Avg. per game
0.53
Conceded
27
Avg. per game
0.75
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 36 matches
YesNo
17 (47%)19 (53%)
In last 36 matches
NoYes
16 (44%)20 (56%)
Elgin City

Elgin City

Recent matches

Stranraer

Stranraer

Under /Over

(81%)29 7(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)26 10(28%)

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(39%)14 22(61%)

Under /Over

(47%)17 19(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

/Yes

(56%)20 16(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)19 17(47%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Elgin City Elgin City
Stranraer Stranraer
Shots
Elgin City
Elgin City
Total shots
8.03 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Stranraer
Stranraer
Total shots
8.56 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Elgin City Elgin City Pass Stranraer Stranraer
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Elgin City
Elgin City
2913
Avg. 80.92 / game
 Stranraer
Stranraer
3512
Avg. 97.56 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Elgin City
Elgin City
1401
Avg. 38.92 / game
 Stranraer
Stranraer
1667
Avg. 46.31 / game
OTHERS
Elgin City
Elgin City
36
Played games
Stranraer
Stranraer
36
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.14
5
Clean sheets
8
0.22
3.22
116
Corners
164
4.56
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Elgin City
Elgin City
DISCIPLINARY
Stranraer
Stranraer
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.14
77
Yellow card
80
2.22
0.17
6
Red card
9
0.25
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Elgin City vs Stranraer Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Elgin City vs Stranraer on 18 February 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 Stranraer 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 Stranraer'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 Stranraer sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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