Saint Johnstone vs Ayr United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 February

Saint Johnstone

No standing data

3-3

Saint Johnstone
Win Probability 60%

17/02/2026 12:45

Ayr United

No standing data

Scotland Bells Challenge Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Ayr United on 17 February 2026 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Saint Johnstone vs Ayr United preview before placing your bet.

Saint Johnstone will face Ayr United in Scotland Bells Challenge Cup on February 17, 2026 at 12:45.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.46.

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

2026-02-17

Saint Johnstone vs Ayr United - Prediction & Odds

Saint Johnstone

Ayr United

2026-02-17 12:45

STANDINGS UP TO 17/02/2026

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

12/12/2025 12:45

Ayr United

2 - 4

Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

04/10/2025 07:00

Saint Johnstone

0 - 0

Ayr United

SCO CH

25/07/2023 11:45

Saint Johnstone

1 - 2

Ayr United

SCO LC

23/07/2022 07:00

Saint Johnstone

1 - 0

Ayr United

SCO LC

08/02/2020 08:00

Ayr United

1 - 2

Saint Johnstone

SCOFAC

16/07/2011 07:00

Ayr United

1 - 1

Saint Johnstone

INT CF

Ayr United

17%

Draw

33%

Saint Johnstone

50%

Saint Johnstone Last 6 matches

13/02/2026 12:45

Airdrie United 0 - 1 Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

30/01/2026 12:45

Saint Johnstone 2 - 2 Partick Thistle

SCO CH

24/01/2026 08:10

Saint Johnstone 0 - 1 Dunfermline Athletic

SCO CH

13/01/2026 12:45

Saint Johnstone 2 - 0 Ross County

SCO BC

03/01/2026 08:00

Saint Johnstone 1 - 0 Arbroath

SCO CH

27/12/2025 08:00

Ross County 0 - 0 Saint Johnstone

SCO CH

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Ayr United

31/01/2026 08:00

Ayr United 2 - 1 Raith Rovers

SCO CH

24/01/2026 08:00

Partick Thistle 2 - 1 Ayr United

SCO CH

17/01/2026 08:00

Dundee United 2 - 0 Ayr United

SCOFAC

13/01/2026 12:45

Ayr United 4 - 1 Stranraer

SCO BC

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

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland Bells Challen...

Played games

Saint Johnstone

Ayr United

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored

Avg. per game

1.42

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.08

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 24 home matches

YesNo

19 (79%)5 (21%)

In last 24 home matches

NoYes

17 (71%)7 (29%)

Saint Johnstone

Recent matches

Ayr United

Under /Over

(71%)17 7(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)17 7(29%)

Under /Over

(33%)8 16(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)8 16(67%)

Under /Over

(42%)10 14(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(29%)7 17(71%)

/Yes

(42%)10 14(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(54%)13 11(46%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Saint Johnstone

Ayr United

Shots

Saint Johnstone

Total shots

14.29 avg / game

Blocked

39 total

Avg. 3.55

Ayr United

Total shots

10.17 avg / game

Blocked

29 total

Avg. 2.64

Saint Johnstone Pass Ayr United

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Saint Johnstone

Played games

Ayr United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.54

Clean sheets

0.25

8.13

195

Corners

128

5.33

0.00

Throw-ins

0.42

1.54

Offsides

1.04

0.79

GK saves

2.17

Saint Johnstone

DISCIPLINARY

Ayr United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.83

2.04

0.00

0.04

11.29

271

Fouls

245

10.21

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Saint Johnstone vs Ayr United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Ayr United on 17 February 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.

Saint Johnstone vs Ayr United Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Saint Johnstone'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 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 Saint Johnstone and Ayr United sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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