Kelty Hearts vs Cove Rangers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Prediction Match Centre

Kelty Hearts

No standing data

1-1

Cove Rangers
Win Probability 42%

17/01/2026 08:00

Cove Rangers

No standing data

Scotland FA Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kelty Hearts vs Cove Rangers 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 Kelty Hearts vs Cove Rangers preview before placing your bet.

Kelty Hearts will face Cove Rangers 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 2.13.

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

Kelty Hearts vs Cove Rangers - Prediction & Odds

Kelty Hearts

Cove Rangers

2026-01-17 08:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/01/2026

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

Head To Head

20/12/2025 08:00

Kelty Hearts

2 - 5

Cove Rangers

SCO L1

27/09/2025 07:00

Cove Rangers

0 - 2

Kelty Hearts

SCO L1

26/04/2025 07:00

Cove Rangers

2 - 2

Kelty Hearts

SCO L1

11/03/2025 12:45

Kelty Hearts

0 - 4

Cove Rangers

SCO L1

14/12/2024 08:00

Cove Rangers

0 - 0

Kelty Hearts

SCO L1

14/09/2024 07:00

Kelty Hearts

1 - 3

Cove Rangers

SCO L1

Kelty Hearts

Draw

33%

Cove Rangers

67%

Kelty Hearts Last 6 matches

03/01/2026 08:00

Kelty Hearts 1 - 1 Alloa Athletic

SCO L1

27/12/2025 08:00

East Fife 0 - 1 Kelty Hearts

SCO L1

20/12/2025 08:00

Kelty Hearts 2 - 5 Cove Rangers

SCO L1

13/12/2025 08:00

Peterhead 3 - 2 Kelty Hearts

SCO L1

09/12/2025 12:45

Arbroath 3 - 2 Kelty Hearts

SCO BC

06/12/2025 08:00

Kelty Hearts 0 - 3 Montrose

SCO L1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Cove Rangers

27/12/2025 08:00

Peterhead 0 - 4 Cove Rangers

SCO L1

20/12/2025 08:00

Kelty Hearts 2 - 5 Cove Rangers

SCO L1

16/12/2025 12:45

Cove Rangers 1 - 2 Partick Thistle

SCO BC

13/12/2025 08:00

Cove Rangers 0 - 1 East Fife

SCO L1

06/12/2025 08:00

Queen of South 1 - 1 Cove Rangers

SCO L1

29/11/2025 08:00

Saint Johnstone 1 - 1 Cove Rangers

SCOFAC

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland FA Cup

Played games

Kelty Hearts

Cove Rangers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (67%)1 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (100%)0 (0%)

Kelty Hearts

Recent matches

Cove Rangers

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 3(100%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

/Yes

(33%)1 2(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(100%)2 0(0%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kelty Hearts

Cove Rangers

Shots

Kelty Hearts

Total shots

11.67 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Cove Rangers

Total shots

13.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Kelty Hearts Pass Cove Rangers

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

38%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kelty Hearts

Played games

Cove Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.00

4.67

Corners

2.00

6.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.67

Offsides

1.00

0.67

GK saves

1.00

Kelty Hearts

DISCIPLINARY

Cove Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.67

4.00

0.33

0.00

11.00

Fouls

10.00

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Kelty Hearts vs Cove Rangers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kelty Hearts vs Cove Rangers 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.

Kelty Hearts vs Cove Rangers Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kelty Hearts's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cove Rangers'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 Kelty Hearts and Cove Rangers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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