Aberdeen vs Raith Rovers predictions, lineups and bet tips

Aberdeen vs Raith Rovers predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 18th 2026 | Pittodrie, Aberdeen | Scottish FA Cup | 14.30pm

The head-to-head record between Aberdeen and Raith Rovers shows a competitive history.

In their previous encounters, Aberdeen has won 1 match, Raith Rovers has won 1 match, and there has been 0 draw. Overall, Aberdeen has scored 4 goals and Raith Rovers has scored 2 goals in these matches. This historical data can be useful for understanding the teams' current form and potential outcomes in upcoming matches.

Key Betting Tip: Home team win at 1.45 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Aberdeen have struggled this season in the Premiership with their rocky form and losing their manager Jimmy Thelin won't help the matter. However, going off their success of beating Celtic in the final last season, the Scottish cup is something they’ll take pride in this season, and want to progress far in.

For Raith Rovers, things have been similar at the moment sitting sixth in the championship with a goal difference of zero its been very mediocre for them, especially considering the heights they’ve been at challenging for promotion the last few years.

Recent Aberdeen vs Raith Rovers Matches Analysis

##Aberdeen Last 5 Matches:

Hearts 2-0 Aberdeen (Scottish Premiership)

Aberdeen 0-2 Celtic (Scottish Premiership)

Aberdeen 0-1Falkirk (Scottish Premiership)

Aberdeen 0-0 Livingston (Scottish Premiership)

Dundee Utd 2-0 Aberdeen (Scottish Premiership)

Shown above depicts the horror of Aberdeens recent form, scoring zero goals in their last five and coming away with a draw and four losses really doesn’t stake their case well, this weekend is an opportunity for the red men to get a win and some goals onboard against a side in the league below them.

##Raith Rovers Last 5 Matches:

Raith Rovers 2-3 Arbroath (Scottish Championship)

Airdrieonians 0–0 Raith Rovers (Scottish Championship)

Raith Rovers 1-2 Dunfermline (Scottish Championship)

Partick Thistle 0-0 Raith Rovers (Scottish Championship)

Raith Rovers 6-0 Ross County (Scottish Championship)

Raith have found the net in three o their last five which is more positive than Aberdeen however only winning one. Their away performances have proven strong defensively which may help them out on Sunday if Aberdeen come firing.

Aberdeen vs Raith Rovers Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions, suggesting that there is a 68.97% chance of a home win. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Aberdeen vs Raith Rovers Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Home win @ 1.45 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted both teams to score no in this fixture. Due to the away side having a much more stronger and more experienced defence.

Key Players to Watch:

For Aberdeen Leighton Clarkson, the youngster has always been a shining light in midfield his breakthrough passes and influence on the attack really helps the red men in important games.

For Raith Rovers Scott Brown the club captain, is a huge presence for the team in his holding midfield role and he also contributes to goals for his team and they are usually long-range efforts which never fail to please the eye.

Aberdeen vs Raith Rovers match facts

Referee: Kevin Clancy

Broadcast Details:

UK: BBC One and BBC Scotland

Stadium Information: Pittodrie comes with a seating capacity of 20,866. Pittodrie is the fourth largest stadium in the SPFL and the largest stadium in Scotland outside the Central Belt. Pittodrie has been the location of several firsts in the field of stadium design, including the invention of the dugout, and in 1978 became one of the first all-seater stadiums in the United Kingdom.