Livingston vs Kilmarnock: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Betiball's prediction for Livingston vs Kilmarnock on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 09:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Livingston vs Kilmarnock preview before placing your bet.

Livingston vs Kilmarnock: Starting Lineups Time : 17/05/2026 09:00

Livingston
1 - 4
Finished
Kilmarnock
85' event Babacar Fati / Macauley Tait
66' event Sam Culbert / Lewis Smith
56' event Joshua Zimmerman / Barry McKay
56' event Jon Nouble / Robbie Muirhead
56' event Aidan Denholm / Emmanuel Danso
31' event Emmanuel Danso
19' event Steve May
event 84' Euan Bowie / Dominic Thompson
event 70' Bradley Lyons
event 66' David Watson / Nicky Clescenco
event 62' Ethan Brown / George Stanger
event 62' Jack Thomson / Aaron Tshibola
event 58' Joe Hugill
event 53' Findlay Curtis
event 46' Bradley Lyons / Michael Schjonning Larsen
event 38' Dominic Thompson
event 34' Nicky Clescenco
event 24' Joe Hugill
85' event Babacar Fati / Macauley Tait
event 84' Euan Bowie / Dominic Thompson
66' event Sam Culbert / Lewis Smith
event 70' Bradley Lyons
56' event Joshua Zimmerman / Barry McKay
event 66' David Watson / Nicky Clescenco
56' event Jon Nouble / Robbie Muirhead
event 62' Ethan Brown / George Stanger
56' event Aidan Denholm / Emmanuel Danso
event 62' Jack Thomson / Aaron Tshibola
31' event Emmanuel Danso
event 58' Joe Hugill
19' event Steve May
event 53' Findlay Curtis
event 46' Bradley Lyons / Michael Schjonning Larsen
event 38' Dominic Thompson
event 34' Nicky Clescenco
event 24' Joe Hugill
Livingston Livingston
Substitutions
#6 Aidan Denholm
#29 Joshua Zimmerman
#7 Jon Nouble
#36 Sam Culbert
#3 Babacar Fati
#14 Jack Hamilton
#37 Scott Arfield
#21 Alex Tamm
#22 Andrew Shinnie
Livingston Livingston Kilmarnock Kilmarnock
9Shots14
4Shots on Goal4
10Fouls10
6Corner Kick1
10Free kick10
1Offside2
1Yellow card2
0Save3
7Successful Tackles18
6Interceptions9
41Long pass28
1Assist4
4Successful center1
3Shots off goal6
2Blocked4
7Tackle12
9Dribbles10
14Throw-in10
546Passes516
89Attacks95
62Dangerous attacks56
3Corner Kicks(HT)1
3BigChances4
2BigChancesMissed0
7ShotsInsideBox8
2ShotsOutsideBox6
39DuelsWon39
0.69ExpectedGoals2.08
0.53xGOpenPlay2.05
0.69xGNonPenalty2.08
1.59xGOT1.92
27Touches In Opposition Box35
18AccurateCrosses7
32GroundDuelsWon38
7AerialDuelsWon1
11Clearances25
Kilmarnock Kilmarnock
Substitutions
#8 Bradley Lyons
#25 Ethan Brown
#22 Jack Thomson
#12 David Watson
#39 Euan Bowie
#30 Kieran Wright
#16 Kyle Magennis
#7 Rory McKenzie
#19 Bruce Anderson
Commentary
85' Livingston — substitution: Babacar Fati / Macauley Tait
84' Kilmarnock — substitution: Euan Bowie / Dominic Thompson
70' Bradley Lyons - Kilmarnock receive a yellow card
66' Livingston — substitution: Sam Culbert / Lewis Smith
66' Kilmarnock — substitution: David Watson / Nicky Clescenco
62' Kilmarnock — substitution: Ethan Brown / George Stanger
62' Kilmarnock — substitution: Jack Thomson / Aaron Tshibola
58' Goal! Joe Hugill - Kilmarnock
56' Livingston — substitution: Joshua Zimmerman / Barry McKay
56' Livingston — substitution: Jon Nouble / Robbie Muirhead
56' Livingston — substitution: Aidan Denholm / Emmanuel Danso
53' Goal! Findlay Curtis - Kilmarnock
46' Kilmarnock — substitution: Bradley Lyons / Michael Schjonning Larsen
38' Dominic Thompson - Kilmarnock receive a yellow card
34' Goal! Nicky Clescenco - Kilmarnock
31' Emmanuel Danso - Livingston receive a yellow card
24' Goal! Joe Hugill - Kilmarnock
19' Goal! Steve May - Livingston

How We Build the Livingston vs Kilmarnock Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Livingston vs Kilmarnock on 17 May 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 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.

Livingston vs Kilmarnock Form Analysis

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

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Livingston and Kilmarnock 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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