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Elgin City vs East Fife

Scotland Scotland

Challenge Cup Borough Briggs
Our Tip
Home Win (1)

Scoring Trends

Elgin City
VS
East Fife
1.38
Goals Scored
0.63
1.75
Goals Conceded
1.63
75%
Over 1.5
50%
50%
Over 2.5
38%
38%
Over 3.5
25%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

This clash between Elgin City and East Fife appears balanced with little difference between the two sides. Recent games suggest an open game with likely chances at both ends.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. Considering both teams' scoring consistency, goals on both ends seem highly likely. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win41%
Draw16%
Away Win43%

Goals & Scoring

Both Teams to Score64%
Over 1.5 Goals83%
Over 2.5 Goals57%

Match Events

9' Event
Austin N.
60' Event
Peggie R.
63' Event
McKenna M.
(Penalty)

Previous Encounters

16 Dec 25 CHA
Elgin City
2:3
East Fife
03 May 25 LEA
East Fife
2:0
Elgin City
01 Feb 25 LEA
Elgin City
1:0
East Fife
07 Dec 24 LEA
East Fife
2:1
Elgin City
03 Aug 24 LEA
Elgin City
4:2
East Fife

Recent Form (Last 5)

Elgin City

Home Team
27 Dec
Forfar Athletic
4 : 2
Elgin City
20 Dec
Spartans
1 : 0
Elgin City
16 Dec
Elgin City
2 : 3
East Fife
13 Dec
Elgin City
1 : 2
Stranraer
06 Dec
Elgin City
1 : 1
Clyde

East Fife

Away Team
10 Jan
Stenhousemuir
5 : 0
East Fife
27 Dec
East Fife
0 : 1
Kelty Hearts
20 Dec
East Fife
0 : 1
Peterhead
16 Dec
Elgin City
2 : 3
East Fife
13 Dec
Cove Rangers
0 : 1
East Fife

League Standings

Pos Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Inverness 6 6 0 0 26:4 18
2 Stenhousemuir 6 6 0 0 18:2 18
3 Montrose 6 5 1 0 18:9 16
4 East Fife 6 4 1 1 17:9 13
5 Stranraer 6 4 1 1 12:6 13
6 East Kilbride 6 4 0 2 13:11 12
7 Forfar Athletic 6 4 0 2 10:8 12
8 Edinburgh City 6 4 0 2 11:10 12
9 Spartans 6 3 2 1 14:8 11
10 Elgin City 6 3 2 1 11:9 11
11 Dumbarton 6 3 2 1 10:8 11
12 Annan 6 3 1 2 15:10 10
13 Alloa 6 3 1 2 17:14 10
14 Kelty Hearts 6 3 1 2 9:6 10
15 Clyde 6 3 1 2 14:12 10
16 Queen of South 6 3 1 2 12:10 10
17 Hamilton 6 3 1 2 13:8 9
18 Stirling 6 3 0 3 9:9 9
19 Cove Rangers 6 2 2 2 9:6 8
20 Peterhead 6 2 2 2 10:10 8
21 Celtic B 6 2 0 4 12:15 6
22 Hearts B 6 2 0 4 9:14 6
23 Hibernian B 6 1 2 3 11:14 5
24 St. Mirren B 6 1 1 4 9:15 4
25 Dundee Utd B 6 1 0 5 5:18 3
26 Aberdeen B 6 0 1 5 9:20 1
27 Motherwell B 6 0 1 5 2:17 1
28 Rangers B 6 0 0 6 6:16 0
29 Kilmarnock B 6 0 0 6 3:19 0
30 Dundee FC B 6 0 0 6 4:21 0

Match Preview: Elgin City vs East Fife

Elgin City welcomes East Fife for what is shaping up to be a crucial match in Challenge Cup. Scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 19:45 UTC, the match will take place at Borough Briggs. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

The context of this match is defined by the current standings and the ambitions of both squads. Elgin City will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while East Fife aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

History suggests that matches between Elgin City and East Fife are competitively fought. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

The flow of the match will likely depend on which team settles into their rhythm first. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Elgin City will try to assert dominance early, whereas East Fife might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Elgin City or East Fife. Momentum is crucial in Challenge Cup, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.

Event Details

  • Match: Elgin City vs East Fife
  • Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
  • Time: 19:45 UTC
  • Competition: Challenge Cup
  • Venue: Borough Briggs, Scotland

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