Elgin City vs Forfar Athletic preview and prediction
The match
Elgin City host Forfar Athletic in the League Two on Saturday 8 August, with kick-off at 15:00 (WAT) at Borough Briggs. Elgin City are 3rd with 21 points from 13 games (in the top four), while Forfar Athletic sit 9th on 12 points (in the bottom three).
Form guide
Elgin City's last 5: WLLLL Most recently they beat Edinburgh City 5–0 away. They average 1.7 scored and 2.3 conceded.
Forfar Athletic's last 5: WWLLL Most recently they beat Kelty Hearts 1–0 at home. Goals have dried up – just 0.7 per game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 24 March 2026, finished Elgin City 2–0 Forfar Athletic.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.8 goals: 1.8 for Elgin City and 1.0 for Forfar Athletic. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 51%, both teams to score at 56%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Elgin City 56%, draw 20%, Forfar Athletic 24%.
Both teams to score: yes (56%) at 1.75.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 75% chance at odds of 1.28. Predicted score: Elgin City 1–1 Forfar Athletic. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Elgin City56%fair 1.77 · @1.85
Draw20%fair 5.04 · @3.45
Forfar Athletic24%fair 4.20 · @3.60
2.80Expected goals
1.77Elgin City xG
1.03Forfar Athletic xG
56%Both score
51%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–111%
1–011%
2–110%
2–09%
0–16%
0–06%
From our goals model: Elgin City 1.8 – 1.0 Forfar Athletic expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Elgin City vs Forfar Athletic?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win Elgin City vs Forfar Athletic?
On our numbers Elgin City have a 56% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Forfar Athletic 24%.
How many goals will there be in Elgin City vs Forfar Athletic?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 51% likely and both teams score 56% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Elgin City vs Forfar Athletic?
Our predicted score is Elgin City 1–1 Forfar Athletic, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.8 goals in total.
When is Elgin City vs Forfar Athletic?
Elgin City vs Forfar Athletic (League Two) kicks off on Saturday 8 August 2026 at 15:00 (West Africa Time) at Borough Briggs.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
