Stranraer vs East Fife: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Stranraer

L L L W L

8th place in Scottish Division Two

0-2

18/01/2025 11:00

East Fife

W L W W L

2nd place in Scottish Division Two

Scottish Division Two

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Stranraer vs East Fife on 18 January 2025 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Stranraer vs East Fife preview before placing your bet.

Stranraer are currently 8th with 40 points after 36 matches.
East Fife sit 2nd with 65 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: East Fife to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors East Fife, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Stranraer 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

11:00

2025-01-18

Stranraer vs East Fife - Prediction & Odds

Stranraer

East Fife

2025-01-18 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Peterhead	66	36	19	9	8	52	40	12
02 East Fife	65	36	20	5	11	65	37	28
03 Edinburgh City	56	36	17	5	14	54	47	7
04 Elgin City	55	36	16	7	13	48	41	7
05 Spartans	52	36	15	7	14	48	47	1
06 Stirling Albion	48	36	14	6	16	50	57	-7
07 Clyde	43	36	11	10	15	49	54	-5
08 Stranraer	40	36	11	7	18	34	42	-8
09 Forfar Athletic	36	36	8	12	16	29	42	-13
10 Bonnyrigg Rose	36	36	12	6	18	40	62	-22

Head To Head

09/11/2024 11:00

East Fife

1 - 2

Stranraer

SCO L2

14/09/2024 10:00

Stranraer

2 - 1

East Fife

SCO L2

23/03/2024 11:00

East Fife

2 - 1

Stranraer

SCO L2

27/01/2024 11:00

Stranraer

0 - 1

East Fife

SCO L2

21/10/2023 10:00

East Fife

4 - 0

Stranraer

SCO L2

12/08/2023 10:00

Stranraer

1 - 1

East Fife

SCO L2

Stranraer

33%

Draw

17%

East Fife

50%

Stranraer Last 6 matches

14/01/2025 15:45

Peterhead 1 - 0 Stranraer SCO L2

28/12/2024 11:00

Stranraer 1 - 1 Clyde SCO L2

21/12/2024 11:00

Stirling Albion 1 - 1 Stranraer SCO L2

14/12/2024 11:00

Stranraer 0 - 0 Edinburgh City SCO L2

10/12/2024 15:45

Spartans 1 - 3 Stranraer SCO L2

30/11/2024 11:00

Stranraer 1 - 1 Broxburn Athletic SCOFAC

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches East Fife

11/01/2025 11:00

East Fife 3 - 0 Clyde SCO L2

08/01/2025 16:00

Edinburgh City 2 - 4 East Fife SCO L2

04/01/2025 11:00

East Fife 1 - 0 Forfar Athletic SCO L2

21/12/2024 11:00

East Fife 5 - 1 Spartans SCO L2

14/12/2024 11:00

Peterhead 1 - 0 East Fife SCO L2

07/12/2024 11:00

East Fife 2 - 1 Elgin City SCO L2

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

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

Stranraer

East Fife

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored

Avg. per game

1.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

17 (47%)19 (53%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

24 (67%)12 (33%)

Stranraer

Recent matches

East Fife

Under /Over

(67%)24 12(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)26 10(28%)

Under /Over

(25%)9 27(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)18 18(50%)

/Yes

(42%)15 21(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)16 20(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Stranraer

East Fife

Shots

Stranraer

Total shots

9.56 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

East Fife

Total shots

10.17 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Stranraer Pass East Fife

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Stranraer

Played games

East Fife

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.39

4.67

168

Corners

183

5.08

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

3.25

117

GK saves

2.31

Stranraer

DISCIPLINARY

East Fife

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.08

1.86

0.06

0.03

10.64

383

Fouls

408

11.33

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Stranraer vs East Fife Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Stranraer vs East Fife on 18 January 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 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.

Stranraer vs East Fife Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Stranraer's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against East Fife'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 Stranraer and East Fife 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 Scottish Division Two predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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