Football Result

Nikolay Todorov 89'
Jamie Murphy 5'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
32.9%
27.3%
39.8%
We were not sure.
Power Comparison in the League
0.167
0.546
Game Stats
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
4
1
Shots
11
3
Possession
51%
49%
Fouls
10
15
Yellow Cards
2
5
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
6
2
Offsides
0
0
Saves
0
3
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
4-4-2


Location
Gayfield Park, Arbroath, Scotland
Attendance
1,578
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
Arbroath
D L L W W
Ayr United
L W W D L
2025-08-02 | Game Summary

Arbroath and Ayr United battled to a 1-1 draw in their Scottish Championship opener at Gayfield Park. Ayr United took an early lead through Jamie Murphy in the 5th minute. Arbroath equalized late in the 89th minute with a goal from Nikolay Todorov. Arbroath, playing a 4-2-3-1, had slightly more possession (51%) and a greater number of shots (11) compared to Ayr United's 3 shots, who played a 4-4-2 formation.
However, Ayr United were more disciplined, committing 15 fouls and receiving 5 yellow cards, while Arbroath committed 10 fouls and received 2 yellow cards. The AI predicted an Ayr United win, but the match ended in a draw, showing the unpredictability of football. Given Arbroath's recent form in League One, where they mixed wins with heavy losses, this draw against a strong Championship side is a positive result. Ayr United, fresh off playoff matches, showed some resilience but couldn't maintain their early lead.
Looking ahead, Arbroath faces Queen's Park away. Arbroath has struggled against Queen's Park in recent history. Queen's Park last games show a team struggling for form with a number of heavy defeats. Ayr United will host Raith Rovers, a team against whom they have a mixed record. Raith Rovers are in good form, making it a tough test for Ayr.