Kilmarnock vs Livingston: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes’ match day one detailed preview for Kilmarnock vs Livingston in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Kilmarnock vs Livingston

• Date: Saturday, 02 August 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: The BBSP Stadium Rugby Park

Kilmarnock enter the match with confidence, having won three of their last four League Cup games. Their historical dominance over Livingston, coupled with a solid defensive setup and efficient counter-attacks, gives them a psychological and tactical edge. Livingston, fresh off a successful Championship campaign and three League Cup wins, will aim to break their goal-scoring drought against Kilmarnock through quick transitions and set pieces. However, Kilmarnock’s home form and defensive resilience make them favorites to secure a clean-sheet victory.

Match Prediction: Kilmarnock 2-0 Livingston

Kilmarnock’s strong League Cup run, with three wins in four games, highlights their ability to keep clean sheets and score crucial goals. Their home form at The BBSP Stadium Rugby Park adds to their confidence as they aim to kick off the 2025/26 Premiership season with a win. Despite a minor injury concern, their squad depth should see them dominate possession and exploit Livingston’s vulnerabilities.

Recent Premiership Results:

• (L) 0-1 at Ross County (01 Mar 2025)

• (D) 1-1 vs Hibernian (15 Mar 2025)

• (L) 1-5 at St. Mirren (29 Mar 2025)

• (W) 2-0 vs Motherwell (05 Apr 2025)

• (L) 1-5 at Celtic (12 Apr 2025)

Livingston’s promotion from the Championship last season and three League Cup wins show their attacking potential. However, their inability to score against Kilmarnock in recent meetings could prove costly. They’ll need to adopt an aggressive approach and capitalise on set pieces to challenge Kilmarnock’s robust defence, but their inconsistent form against top sides makes an upset unlikely.

Recent Premiership Results:

• (D) 1-1 vs Hibernian (19 May 2025)

• (L) 1-5 at Aberdeen (15 May 2025)

• (W) 2-1 vs St. Johnstone (11 May 2025)

• (L) 1-4 at Motherwell (04 May 2025)

• (W) 2-0 vs Ross County (27 Apr 2025)

Kilmarnock have dominated recent encounters, winning four of the last five matches against Livingston, often with clean sheets. This historical advantage suggests Kilmarnock are well-equipped to handle Livingston’s challenge, though the visitors will be eager to reverse their fortunes.

Recent Results:

• Kilmarnock 1-0 Livingston (16 Jul 2025)

• Kilmarnock 1-0 Livingston (07 Feb 2024)

• Livingston 0-0 Kilmarnock (16 Dec 2023)

• Kilmarnock 3-1 Livingston (21 Oct 2023)

• Kilmarnock 2-0 Livingston (13 May 2023)

• Matt Kennedy (Hip injury): - Doubtful

• Cammy Kerr (Unknown injury): - Out

Lineup (3-5-2): McCrorie; Mayo, Stanger, Deas; Brandon, Lyons, Magennis, Watson, Brannan; Dackers, Daniels

Kilmarnock’s setup emphasises a solid defensive structure with quick counter-attacks. Their recent form suggests confidence in breaking down Livingston’s defence while maintaining a tight backline

Lineup (4-3-3): Prior; Montgomery, Wilson, McGowan, Finlayson; Pittman, Tait, Sylla; Carey, Muirhead, Winter

Livingston’s strategy will focus on defensive solidity, with quick transitions and set-piece opportunities to challenge Kilmarnock. They’ll need to be sharp to penetrate Kilmarnock’s defence.

• Brad Lyons (Kilmarnock) vs Mohamad Sylla (Livingston): This midfield duel could dictate the game’s tempo, with Lyons’ energy facing Sylla’s physicality.

• Djenairo Daniels (Kilmarnock) vs Ben Muirhead (Livingston): The battle between these forwards will be key, as both have shown goal-scoring form recently.

• Ben Brannan (Kilmarnock): The young defender’s three goals in the League Cup highlight his attacking threat from the back.

• Ben Muirhead (Livingston): As Livingston’s top scorer last season, his ability to find the net could be crucial.

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