Ayr United vs Stranraer: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 13 January

Ayr United

No standing data

4-1

Ayr United
Win Probability 70%

13/01/2026 12:45

Stranraer

5th place in Scotland Bells Challenge Cup

Scotland Bells Challenge Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ayr United vs Stranraer on 13 January 2026 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ayr United vs Stranraer preview before placing your bet.

Ayr United will face Stranraer in Scotland Bells Challenge Cup on January 13, 2026 at 12:45.
Stranraer sit 5th with 13 points from 6 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.24.

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

12:45

2026-01-13

Ayr United vs Stranraer - Prediction & Odds

Ayr United

Stranraer

2026-01-13 12:45

STANDINGS UP TO 13/01/2026

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

01 Inverness	18	6	6	0	0	26	4	22
02 Stenhousemuir	18	6	6	0	0	18	2	16
03 Montrose	16	6	5	1	0	18	9	9
04 East Fife	13	6	4	1	1	17	9	8
05 Stranraer	13	6	4	1	1	12	6	6
06 East Kilbride	12	6	4	0	2	13	11	2
07 Forfar Athletic	12	6	4	0	2	10	8	2
08 Edinburgh City	12	6	4	0	2	11	10	1
09 Spartans	11	6	3	2	1	14	8	6
10 Elgin City	11	6	3	2	1	11	9	2
11 Dumbarton	11	6	3	2	1	10	8	2
12 Annan Athletic	10	6	3	1	2	15	10	5
13 Hamilton Academical	10	6	3	1	2	13	8	5
14 Alloa Athletic	10	6	3	1	2	17	14	3
15 Kelty Hearts	10	6	3	1	2	9	6	3
16 Clyde	10	6	3	1	2	14	12	2
17 Queen of South	10	6	3	1	2	12	10	2
18 Stirling Albion	9	6	3	0	3	9	9	0
19 Cove Rangers	8	6	2	2	2	9	6	3
20 Peterhead	8	6	2	2	2	10	10	0
21 Celtic U21	6	6	2	0	4	12	15	-3
22 Hearts (R)	6	6	2	0	4	9	14	-5
23 Hibernian FC U21	5	6	1	2	3	11	14	-3
24 Saint Mirren U21	4	6	1	1	4	9	15	-6
25 Dundee United (R)	3	6	1	0	5	5	18	-13
26 Aberdeen U21	1	6	0	1	5	9	20	-11
27 Motherwell FC U21	1	6	0	1	5	2	17	-15
28 Glasgow Rangers U21	0	6	0	0	6	6	16	-10
29 Kilmarnock U21	0	6	0	0	6	3	19	-16
30 Dundee U21	0	6	0	0	6	4	21	-17

Head To Head

08/07/2023 05:30

Ayr United

2 - 0

Stranraer

INT CF

25/06/2022 05:00

Ayr United

2 - 1

Stranraer

INT CF

14/11/2020 08:00

Ayr United

1 - 1

Stranraer

SCO LC

27/07/2019 07:00

Ayr United

2 - 2

Stranraer

SCO LC

03/07/2018 11:30

Stranraer

1 - 3

Ayr United

INT CF

14/04/2018 07:00

Ayr United

1 - 2

Stranraer

SCO L1

Ayr United

33%

Draw

33%

Stranraer

33%

Ayr United Last 6 matches

10/01/2026 08:00

Ayr United 1 - 1 Airdrie United

SCO CH

27/12/2025 08:00

Greenock Morton 1 - 1 Ayr United

SCO CH

20/12/2025 08:00

Dunfermline Athletic 2 - 3 Ayr United

SCO CH

12/12/2025 12:45

Ayr United 2 - 4 Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

09/12/2025 12:45

Ayr United 2 - 1 Peterhead

SCO BC

06/12/2025 08:00

Ayr United 0 - 0 Partick Thistle

SCO CH

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Stranraer

10/01/2026 08:00

Forfar Athletic 2 - 2 Stranraer

SCO L2

03/01/2026 08:00

Stranraer 1 - 1 Edinburgh City

SCO L2

27/12/2025 08:00

Annan Athletic 2 - 2 Stranraer

SCO L2

20/12/2025 08:00

Stranraer 1 - 1 Dumbarton

SCO L2

13/12/2025 08:00

Elgin City 1 - 2 Stranraer

SCO L2

09/12/2025 12:45

East Kilbride 1 - 4 Stranraer

SCO BC

Win

33%

Draw

67%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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

Played games

Ayr United

Stranraer

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.54

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored

Avg. per game

0.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 24 home matches

YesNo

11 (46%)13 (54%)

In last 24 home matches

NoYes

18 (64%)10 (36%)

Ayr United

Recent matches

Stranraer

Under /Over

(71%)17 7(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(86%)24 4(14%)

Under /Over

(33%)8 16(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(32%)9 19(68%)

Under /Over

(29%)7 17(71%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)11 17(61%)

/Yes

(54%)13 11(46%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(71%)20 8(29%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Ayr United

Stranraer

Shots

Ayr United

Total shots

10.17 avg / game

Blocked

29 total

Avg. 2.64

Stranraer

Total shots

12.04 avg / game

Blocked

42 total

Avg. 3.00

Ayr United Pass Stranraer

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Ayr United

Played games

Stranraer

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.18

5.33

128

Corners

146

5.21

0.42

Throw-ins

0.00

1.04

Offsides

0.61

2.17

GK saves

2.04

Ayr United

DISCIPLINARY

Stranraer

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.04

1.96

0.04

0.07

10.21

245

Fouls

269

9.61

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Ayr United vs Stranraer Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ayr United vs Stranraer on 13 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 Bells Challenge 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.

Ayr United vs Stranraer Form Analysis

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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