Kilmarnock vs Livingston Predictions

Kilmarnock vs Livingston

Wednesday night’s action sees a clash in the Scottish League Cup between Kilmarnock and Livingston.

Kilmarnock had a difficult season in the Scottish Premiership, struggling with consistency and surviving through the division’s relegation group. On the other hand, Livingston were fantastic, being promoted back to the top tier of Scottish football.

As the game approaches, here is everything you need to know about the sides ahead of kick-off.

Key Stats

• Kilmarnock have scored seven goals in their last five matches

• Kilmarnock have lost two out of their last three matches

• Livingston are unbeaten in their last five matches

• Livingston have scored 11 goals in their last five matches

Team Preview, Form, and Standout Players

Playing in the top tier of Scottish football, Kilmarnock managed to secure their survival following a difficult season and will now be looking to continue their perfect record in the Scottish League Cup. Stuart Kettlewell will also be wanting to make a strong start in the dugout after being appointed as manager.

Their opponents, Livingston, were in phenomenal form throughout the season, finishing in 2nd place in the Scottish Championship. Livingston ended the season on fine form, going five games unbeaten and winning 2-1 in the last time out against East Fife.

David Watson will be one to watch in this fixture, the midfielder having provided five contributions in 35 Premiership appearances last season.

Kilmarnock Preview

Kilmarnock Predicted Lineup (4-4-2): McCrorie, Lyons, Mayo, Findlay, Ndaba, Armstrong, Watson, Donnelly, Murray, Vassell, Wales.

Danny Armstrong is the side’s creator, having assisted seven goals last season, while Robby McCrorie was a safe pair of hands, averaging 3.07 saves per 90.

Livingston Preview

Livingston Predicted Lineup (4-3-3): Prior, Brandon, McGowan, Wilson, Fraser, Pittman, Finlayson, Kelly, Smith, Muirhead, Montano.

Robbie Muirhead is Livingston’s danger-man, the striker having scored 19 goals and provided nine assists in all competitions last season.

Head-To-Head

With both sides operating in similar tiers of Scottish football, Kilmarnock and Livingston have met on several occasions. During their 17 meetings, Livingston emerged victorious with eight wins, compared to seven for Kilmarnock and two draws.

Recent Meetings:

• 4th February 2023 – Livingston 3-1 Kilmarnock

• 13th May 2023 – Kilmarnock 2-0 Livingston

• 21st October 2023 – Kilmarnock 3-1 Livingston

• 16th December 2023 – Livingston 0-0 Kilmarnock

• 7th February 2024 – Kilmarnock 1-0 Livingston

Betting Tip For Kilmarnock vs Livingston

Despite being the team out of form, Kilmarnock operate in Scotland’s top division and have higher quality players, meaning that they will be the favourites coming into this fixture. With all of this in mind, our team of professional experts have decided that the best tip for this game is for Kilmarnock to win. Odds of 0.9 from QuinnBet means that a £10 bet could see a potential return of £19.10.

Prediction

Kilmarnock 1-0 Livingston