Prediction: Stenhousemuir vs Morton: FA Cup Cup Clash Prediction

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Stenhousemuir and Morton face off at Ochilview Park with both sides aiming to advance in the FA Cup. Historical stats show Morton’s recent dominance in head-to-head clashes, but Stenhousemuir’s recent home form and goal-scoring record suggest a closely fought contest with high goal involvement.

Check out our complete thoughts below.

Betting Tips

TipStrike The forecast leans towards a win for Stenhousemuir, supported by recent league performance and head-to-head form, with a focus on over 2.5 goals owing to the teams' attacking nature.

Stenhousemuir vs Morton Betting Tips

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

👉 Our prediction is: Over/Under 2.5 Goals

Over 2.5 goals seems promising given the recent goal-scoring patterns and offensive approaches.

👉 Our prediction is: BTTS - Yes

Both teams have demonstrated offensive potential, making Both Teams To Score (BTTS) a viable option.

👉 Our prediction is: Asian Handicap Prediction

Stenhousemuir is predicted to have a slight advantage with an Asian handicap of -0.25, suggesting a probable home win or draw backing for Bettors.

👉 Our prediction is: First Half & Full Time Result

Stenhousemuir is expected to lead at halftime and possibly secure victory by full-time considering current form trends.

Match Forecast

The match on January 17, 2026, at Ochilview Park is expected to be a competitive contest with Stenhousemuir edging Morton, with over 2.5 goals on the cards due to their aggressive attacking strategies.

Head-to-Head Record

Morton holds a dominant recent head-to-head record, having beaten Stenhousemuir in their last encounter, although Stenhousemuir has recent home form that could balance the scales.

Injury and Suspension Outlook

Current injury reports do not list any significant absences that could impact the match outcome.

Predicted Lineups & Tactical Comparison

Expected formations are a 4-3-3 for Stenhousemuir, emphasizing possession and attacking full-backs, against a 4-2-3-1 for Morton focusing on a solid midfield and quick counter-attacks.

Team Form & Tactical Trends

Stenhousemuir's recent league victory at home boosts confidence, while Morton’s history of winning away games and a recent fixture victory highlight their strong positional and attacking tactics.

FAQs on Stenhousemuir vs Morton FA Cup Clash

See below all the main information for this match.

Stenhousemuir is likely to edge out Morton in a competitive FA Cup Round of 32 match on January 17, 2026, favoring a close contest with over 2.5 goals expected due to recent goal-scoring trends and the teams' offensive capabilities.

Stenhousemuir has shown strong recent form, winning their last league match at home, and they are expected to have a slight edge. Morton, however, has a positive head-to-head record, making this a close encounter.

Expect an aggressive match from both sides with a focus on attacking play, especially from Morton who tends to score within the first 30 minutes. Stenhousemuir prefers controlling possession and attacking in the middle stages of the game.