Partick Thistle vs Ayr United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 August

Partick Thistle

D L W W W

1st place in Group B

2-0

16/08/2025 10:00

Ayr United

L D L W W

2nd place in Group D

Scotland League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Partick Thistle vs Ayr United on 16 August 2025 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Partick Thistle vs Ayr United preview before placing your bet.

Partick Thistle are currently 1st with 12 points after 4 matches.
Ayr United sit 2nd with 9 points from 4 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Ayr United to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Partick Thistle, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Ayr United have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

10:00

2025-08-16

Partick Thistle vs Ayr United - Prediction & Odds

Partick Thistle

Ayr United

2025-08-16 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2025

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Partick Thistle	12	4	4	0	0	11	2	9
02 Ross County	7	4	2	1	1	11	4	7
03 Stranraer	6	4	1	2	1	2	3	-1
04 Queen of South	3	4	1	0	3	4	4	0
05 Edinburgh City	2	4	0	1	3	1	16	-15

Group D	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Saint Mirren	10	4	3	1	0	12	4	8
02 Ayr United	9	4	3	0	1	14	3	11
03 Arbroath	5	4	1	1	2	6	5	1
04 Forfar Athletic	5	4	1	1	2	3	6	-3
05 Annan Athletic	1	4	0	1	3	4	21	-17

Head To Head

09/05/2025 14:45

Ayr United

0 - 2

Partick Thistle

SCO CH

06/05/2025 14:45

Partick Thistle

0 - 1

Ayr United

SCO CH

15/03/2025 11:00

Partick Thistle

2 - 0

Ayr United

SCO CH

25/01/2025 11:00

Ayr United

2 - 1

Partick Thistle

SCO CH

07/12/2024 11:00

Partick Thistle

1 - 0

Ayr United

SCO CH

14/09/2024 10:00

Ayr United

1 - 1

Partick Thistle

SCO CH

Partick Thistle

50%

Draw

17%

Ayr United

33%

Partick Thistle Last 6 matches

09/08/2025 10:00

Partick Thistle 1 - 1 Greenock Morton SCO CH

02/08/2025 10:00

Saint Johnstone 5 - 1 Partick Thistle SCO CH

26/07/2025 10:00

Ross County 1 - 3 Partick Thistle SCO LC

22/07/2025 14:45

Partick Thistle 2 - 0 Queen of South SCO LC

15/07/2025 14:45

Partick Thistle 2 - 0 Stranraer SCO LC

11/07/2025 14:45

Edinburgh City 1 - 4 Partick Thistle SCO LC

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Ayr United

09/08/2025 10:00

Ayr United 0 - 1 Raith Rovers SCO CH

01/08/2025 14:45

Arbroath 1 - 1 Ayr United SCO CH

27/07/2025 10:00

Saint Mirren 2 - 1 Ayr United SCO LC

22/07/2025 14:45

Ayr United 3 - 0 Forfar Athletic SCO LC

19/07/2025 10:00

Ayr United 4 - 0 Arbroath SCO LC

15/07/2025 14:45

Annan Athletic 1 - 6 Ayr United SCO LC

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland League Cup

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

257

Avg. per game

0.89

Conceded

187

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored

221

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

183

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 289 matches

YesNo

164 (57%)125 (43%)

In last 289 matches

NoYes

147 (52%)137 (48%)

Partick Thistle

Recent matches

Ayr United

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Partick Thistle

Ayr United

Shots

Partick Thistle

Total shots

10.92 avg / game

Blocked

59 total

Avg. 2.81

Ayr United

Total shots

9.91 avg / game

Blocked

64 total

Avg. 2.56

Partick Thistle Pass Ayr United

Total passes

1156

Avg. 385 / game

Accurate

70%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Partick Thistle

289

Played games

Ayr United

284

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.36

103

Clean sheets

0.29

5.26

1520

Corners

1389

4.89

0.46

133

Throw-ins

0.04

0.37

107

Offsides

0.23

1.66

481

GK saves

397

1.40

Partick Thistle

DISCIPLINARY

Ayr United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.70

492

478

1.68

0.06

0.08

5.29

1530

Fouls

1644

5.79

0.16

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Partick Thistle vs Ayr United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Partick Thistle vs Ayr United on 16 August 2025 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 League 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.

Partick Thistle vs Ayr United Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Partick Thistle's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ayr United'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 League 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 League Cup standings and the Scotland League Cup form table to understand exactly where Partick Thistle and Ayr United sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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