Livingston and Falkirk prepare for their second match of the 2025/26 Scottish Premiership season on Saturday, with both sides still looking for their first win after picking up one point each in the opening round.
The Lions began their season with a 2-2 draw away at Kilmarnock. They had to fight back from a two-goal deficit after falling behind in the first half, with a red card shown to the home side helping them turn the game around.
The Bairns, meanwhile, also had a tough start to the season, as they were held to a 2-2 draw at home by Dundee United. They had to come from behind twice to earn a point.
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Livingston vs Falkirk prediction: Low-scoring game on the cards
Key statistics
- There have been under 2.5 goals in four of Livingston vs. Falkirk’s last five games in the Scottish Premiership.
- The Lions have defeated the Bairns by a single goal in their last two meetings.
- Livingston have not lost to Falkirk in their last three meetings.
Correct score prediction: Livingston 1-0 Falkirk
The game between Livingston and Falkirk have had low scoring output in previous meetings, but David Martindale’s team have had the upper hand.
They have secured two back-to-back wins in two of their last three home games against John McGlynn’s side.
Although both teams had high-scoring outcomes in their first game of the season, we do not expect a repeat when they face each other this weekend.
This game is likely to be a tighter affair, with just a single goal deciding the tie and we are backing the Lions to come out on top.
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Pre-match odds and win probability: Even odds, but Livingston edges
- Home: 6/4 (2.50) – 40.00%
- Draw: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.41%
- Away: 6/4 (2.50) – 40.00%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Both Livingston and Falkirk have identical odds of 2.50 with a 40% probability of getting a win, which means neither team is the outright favourite.
However, in situations like this, home advantage and previous meetings could play a role in the tie. We sway towards Martindale’s side, getting a narrow win over McGlynn’s team.
Head-to-head: Livingston dominates tight encounters
Martindale’s side have been the better team in recent matchups, staying unbeaten in their last six games against the Bairns. However, most of their clashes have been tight, low-scoring outcomes, with five of the six games finishing with under 2.5 goals and two ending 1-0 in Livingston’s favour.
McGlynn’s team have only scored on two occasions in their last six meetings against the Lions, scoring both goals while playing at home.
Scotland Championship 25/03/25
Livingston
Falkirk
Scotland Championship 31/01/25
Falkirk
Livingston
Scotland Championship 16/11/24
Livingston
Falkirk
Scotland Championship 08/10/24
Falkirk
Livingston
Scotland League Cup 13/07/19
Falkirk
Livingston
Livingston preview: Denholm hit with hamstring injury
The Lions have only two injury concerns, with Aidan Denholm and Cameron Kerr both currently sidelined with injuries and expected to return to action by late August 2025. Denholm is nursing a hamstring issue he had in July, while Cameron got injured on the 1st of August before their opening game.
Predicted starting XI: Prior (GK), Finlayson, McGowan, Wilson, Montgomery, Tait, Sylla, Pittman, Carey, Muirhead, Winter
Scotland Premiership Play-Offs 13/05/25
W
Partick
0
Livingston
2
Scotland Championship 02/05/25
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Partick
1
Livingston
0
Scotland Championship 26/04/25
W
Hamilton
0
Livingston
3
Scotland Championship 18/04/25
W
Ayr
0
Livingston
5
Scotland Championship 12/04/25
W
Morton
1
Livingston
2
Falkirk preview: Falkirk hit by injury crisis
McGlynn’s side have some injury issues, with Barney Stewart, Finn Yeats and Sean Mackie all dealing with foot and calf injuries, while Coll Donaldson is recovering from a groin issue and Jamie Sneddon is out with a hernia. All five players are expected to return by late August 2025.
Predicted starting XI: Bain (GK), Adams, Neilson, Henderson, McCann; Spencer, Tait, Miller, Arfield, Ross, Graham
UK Friendlies 08/07/25
W
St Johnstone
0
Falkirk
1
UK Friendlies 05/07/25
W
Raith
2
Falkirk
4
UK Friendlies 28/06/25
L
FC Edinburgh
3
Falkirk
2
Scotland Championship 02/05/25
W
Hamilton
1
Falkirk
3
Scotland Championship 25/04/25
L
Partick
2
Falkirk
1
Player to watch: Robbie Muirhead
Robbie Muirhead has made an impressive start to the season. His goal in game week 1 shows his importance as Livingston’s main attacking threat. With his sharp movement, ability to create chances and eye for goal, he is expected to play a crucial role against Falkirk.
