Expert Opinion on St. Johnstone vs Raith Rovers
The upcoming match between St. Johnstone and Raith Rovers on December 6, 2025, at 15:00 is poised to be a tactical battle. With both teams showing a tendency to keep the score low, especially in the second half, the betting odds reflect a cautious approach by both sides. The odds for “Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half” at 93.60 and “Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half” at 86.90 indicate a defensive mindset from Raith Rovers and a potential struggle for St. Johnstone to break through in the latter stages of the game.
St. Johnstone
Raith Rovers
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 93.60% | 1.30 Make Bet | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 86.90% | Make Bet | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 80.70% | 1.17 Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 75.60% | Make Bet | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 67.90% | Make Bet | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 63.80% | 1.29 Make Bet | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 62.90% | 1.36 Make Bet | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 64.50% | 1.87 Make Bet | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 64.00% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Win | 55.60% | 1.67 Make Bet | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 53.90% | 1.90 Make Bet | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.48% | Make Bet | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.44% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.54% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.14% | Make Bet | |
| Red Cards | 1.57% | Make Bet |
Predictions Analysis
- Defensive Trends: The high probability of “Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half” (93.60) and “Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half” (86.90) suggests that both teams might focus on solidifying their defense in the latter part of the match.
- First Half Dynamics: With “Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half” at 80.70 and “Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half” at 64.00, it is likely that the first half will see limited goal opportunities, potentially setting up a strategic second half.
- Scoring Opportunities: The odds for “Home Team To Score In 2nd Half” at 75.60 indicate that St. Johnstone may find more success in breaking the deadlock later in the game.
- Cards and Discipline: With an average of 3.44 yellow cards and 1.57 red cards expected, maintaining discipline will be crucial for both teams to avoid unnecessary suspensions or penalties.
- Goal Expectations: The average total goals predicted at 2.48 aligns with the over/under market, where “Under 5.5 Cards” is favored at 67.90 and “Over 1.5 Goals” at 63.80, suggesting a balanced but competitive match.
Strategic Insights
Given the average goals scored (2.54) and conceded (2.14), St. Johnstone might have a slight edge in offensive capabilities compared to Raith Rovers’ defense, which could influence their chances of securing a win (55.60). The expectation of under 2.5 goals (53.90) further supports the notion of a closely contested match with limited high-scoring opportunities.