FA Cup - Scotland
Sat, 07 February 2026 - 10:00 Stadium: Borough Briggs
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Elgin City vs Partick
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Sat, 07 February 2026 - 10:00 Stadium: Borough Briggs

Prediction: Elgin City vs Partick Betting Tips

Match Preview & Betting Tips

Scheduled for February 7, 2026, at Borough Briggs in the FA Cup Round of 16, Elgin City vs Partick promises a competitive fixture. Elgin’s recent form and home advantage make them a contender, but Partick’s strong away record suggests a tight contest. Discover our best bets, predictions, and value picks for this exciting encounter.

Elgin City vs Partick Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

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Double Chance Elgin City or Draw Tipstrike Odd: 3.95
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Goals Over/Under Over 2.0 Tipstrike Odd: 1.16
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Correct Score 1:1 Tipstrike Odd: 8.50

FA Cup Detailed Statistics

Elgin City Team Logo Elgin City Stats
Elgin City Team Logo Elgin City
MP W D L
Overall 3 3 0 0
Home 2 2 0 0
Away 1 1 0 0
Elgin City Team Logo Elgin City
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 0% 100% 0%
Home 0% 100% 0%
Away 0% 100% 0%
Partick Team Logo Partick Stats
Partick Team Logo Partick
MP W D L
Overall 2 2 0 0
Home 1 1 0 0
Away 1 1 0 0
Partick Team Logo Partick
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 50% 50% 0%
Home 0% 100% 0%
Away 100% 0% 0%

Match Expectations & Setup

Elgin City, playing at home, is on a winning streak and has a solid defensive record, having kept clean sheets in their last 2 home games. Partick, with a strong recent form and away record, will likely focus on disciplined defending and quick counterattacks. Expect an engaging encounter with both teams eager to claim victory in this FA Cup clash.

Team News & Impact

Elgin City’s squad remains largely intact with their latest wins, although no specific injuries are noted. Partick’s squad also reports no injuries, allowing both teams to field their strongest lineups. Key players like Liam MacDonald for Elgin and K. Turner for Partick could be influential in shaping the outcome.

Match Flow & Game-State Scenarios

Elgin City and Partick face off at Borough Briggs in the FA Cup Round of 16. Elgin City's recent form is exceptional, winning their last 3 matches with an average of 3 goals scored per game. Partick also enjoys a good run, winning their last 2 fixtures comfortably. The odds indicate Partick is highly favored, but Elgin's recent performances and home advantage suggest a closely contested match it may be worth considering double chance bets. If Elgin scores early, they could sit deep and look to counter-attack, shaping the game’s flow and scoring opportunities.

Tactical Angle & Betting Insights

Consider that Elgin City is likely to adopt a conservative approach, leveraging their home advantage and recent form. Partick’s counter-attacking style could create scoring opportunities, especially set pieces. The match's tempo may be cautious initially, with potential for late goals if either team pressures forward during the final stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

See below all the main information for this match.

Elgin City has a strong recent form and home advantage, making them a reasonable street from a betting perspective, especially with the double chance option.

Given Partick's high odds for winning, choosing the double chance bet on Elgin City or draw offers good value with lower risk.

Over 2.0 goals is a plausible pick considering Elgin’s recent scoring and Partick’s ability to score twice away in their last fixture.

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