Motherwell vs Ross County: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Prediction Match Centre
Motherwell
No standing data
1
1-0
Motherwell
Win Probability 70%
17/01/2026 11:00
Ross County
No standing data
Scotland FA Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Motherwell vs Ross County on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Motherwell vs Ross County preview before placing your bet.

  • Motherwell will face Ross County in Scotland FA Cup on January 17, 2026 at 11:00.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.27.
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
11:00

2026-01-17

Motherwell vs Ross County - Prediction & Odds

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Motherwell
#
Ross County
2026-01-17 11:00
70
18
12
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
3.00
1.27
FT
1-0 0-0
-
#
2℃～3℃
STANDINGS UP TO 17/01/2026
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Motherwell and Ross County in the Scotland FA Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
18/05/2025 10:00
Ross County Ross County
1 - 1
Motherwell Motherwell
SCO PR
15/02/2025 11:00
Motherwell Motherwell
0 - 3
Ross County Ross County
SCO PR
23/11/2024 11:10
Ross County Ross County
2 - 1
Motherwell Motherwell
SCO PR
03/08/2024 10:00
Motherwell Motherwell
0 - 0
Ross County Ross County
SCO PR
11/05/2024 10:00
Ross County Ross County
1 - 5
Motherwell Motherwell
SCO PR
06/02/2024 15:45
Motherwell Motherwell
5 - 0
Ross County Ross County
SCO PR
Ross County
2
33%
Draw
2
33%
Motherwell
2
33%
Motherwell Motherwell Last 6 matches
03/01/2026 11:00
Motherwell 2 - 0 Saint Mirren
SCO PR
30/12/2025 16:00
Motherwell 2 - 0 Celtic FC
SCO PR
27/12/2025 11:00
Glasgow Rangers 1 - 0 Motherwell
SCO PR
20/12/2025 11:00
Motherwell 1 - 0 Dundee
SCO PR
13/12/2025 11:00
Dundee United 0 - 0 Motherwell
SCO PR
06/12/2025 11:00
Motherwell 3 - 0 Livingston
SCO PR
Win
67%
Draw
17%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Ross County Ross County
09/01/2026 15:45
Ross County 2 - 0 Partick Thistle
SCO CH
27/12/2025 11:00
Ross County 0 - 0 Saint Johnstone
SCO CH
20/12/2025 11:00
Ross County 0 - 2 Arbroath
SCO CH
13/12/2025 11:00
Raith Rovers 6 - 0 Ross County
SCO CH
09/12/2025 15:45
Ross County 4 - 0 Celtic U21
SCO BC
06/12/2025 11:00
Ross County 1 - 2 Airdrie United
SCO CH
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Scotland FA Cup
Played games
Motherwell
2
Ross County
2
Goals
Scored
1
Avg. per game
0.50
Conceded
2
Avg. per game
1.00
Scored
2
Avg. per game
1.00
Conceded
1
Avg. per game
0.50
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
1 (50%)1 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
1 (50%)1 (50%)

Motherwell

Recent matches

Ross County

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

/Yes

(0%)0 2(100%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 2(100%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Motherwell
Ross County
Shots
Motherwell
Total shots
10.00 avg / game
Blocked
1 total
Avg. 1.00
Ross County
Total shots
5.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Motherwell Pass Ross County
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
59%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
38%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Motherwell
167
Avg. 83.50 / game
Ross County
49
Avg. 24.50 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Motherwell
107
Avg. 53.50 / game
Ross County
15
Avg. 7.50 / game
OTHERS
Motherwell
2
Played games
Ross County
2
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.50
1
Clean sheets
1
0.50
10.00
20
Corners
7
3.50
9.50
19
Throw-ins
0
0.00
2.00
4
Offsides
1
0.50
3.50
7
GK saves
1
0.50
Motherwell
DISCIPLINARY
Ross County
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.00
2
Yellow card
6
3.00
1.00
2
Red card
0
0.00
10.00
20
Fouls
17
8.50
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Motherwell vs Ross County Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Motherwell vs Ross County 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.

Motherwell vs Ross County Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Motherwell's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ross County'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 Motherwell and Ross County 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 Scotland FA Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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