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League Cup | Tue 14 Jul, 19:45

Dunfermline v Dumbarton Stats

Data last updated: Tue 14 Jul 2026, 10:06 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Dunfermline and Dumbarton meet in a League Cup fixture that promises attacking intent given both teams' recent goal-scoring patterns. Despite limited recent form data, both sides have shown a tendency for high-scoring matches, with defensive vulnerabilities evident in conceding multiple goals. The tactical setup suggests an open game where offensive opportunities will be prioritized, setting the stage for a lively encounter with multiple goals likely.

BT4Y best bet

Over 2.5 Goals

  • Both Dunfermline and Dumbarton have recorded 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate in recent matches.
  • The last ten head-to-head meetings average 3.6 goals per game, indicating a history of open, high-scoring games.
  • Recent defensive records show Dunfermline conceded 3 goals and Dumbarton 4 in their latest outings, highlighting defensive frailties.
  • No recent matches featured both teams scoring, suggesting goals may come unevenly but in volume.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model estimates a 78% chance for Over 2.5 Goals, supported by strong recent trends where both Dunfermline and Dumbarton consistently participate in high-scoring games. The historical average of 3.6 goals per meeting further reinforces the likelihood of multiple goals. While data on shots and set pieces is limited, the defensive records and open tactical approaches suggest a match prone to goal-scoring opportunities. This combination of factors underpins the in Over 2.5 Goals for this fixture.

Recent Over 2.5 Goals Rate100% for both teams
Strong positive
Head-to-Head Average Goals3.6 goals per match
Strong positive
Recent Defensive Records3 and 4 goals conceded respectively
Positive
BTTS Rate0% for both teams recently
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect an open and attacking game as both Dunfermline and Dumbarton have shown defensive vulnerabilities and a strong tendency for matches with multiple goals. The historical head-to-head average of 3.6 goals supports the likelihood of Over 2.5 Goals, making this an appealing selection based on tactical openness and recent scoring patterns.

Main risk

The main risk is the absence of recent matches featuring both teams scoring, which could indicate a reliance on one-sided goal bursts rather than balanced scoring, potentially limiting total goals if one side dominates.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Goal-scoring potential and defensive vulnerabilities

“This fixture's history and recent defensive lapses suggest a lively encounter with plenty of goalmouth action, making Over 2.5 Goals a compelling angle despite limited shot data.”

Key Data Signals

Over 2.5 Goals evidence

Both Dunfermline and Dumbarton have recorded 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate in recent matches.

The last ten head-to-head meetings average 3.6 goals per game, indicating a history of open, high-scoring games.

Recent defensive records show Dunfermline conceded 3 goals and Dumbarton 4 in their latest outings, highlighting defensive frailties.

No recent matches featured both teams scoring, suggesting goals may come unevenly but in volume.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 2.5 Goals notes

  • The last ten head-to-head meetings averaging 3.6 goals highlight a clear trend towards high-scoring games between these teams.
  • This trend, combined with recent Over 2.5 Goals rates, suggests a fast-paced match with frequent goal-scoring opportunities driven by open play and defensive lapses.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Dunfermline0
Avg goals scored
Dumbarton0
Dunfermline3
Avg goals conceded
Dumbarton4
Dunfermline0%
BTTS rate
Dumbarton0%
Dunfermline100%
Over 2.5 goals
Dumbarton100%
Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 78% vs implied 69% · edge +8.6 pts
1.44
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 68%
1.8
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 88%
1.12
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 58%
2.1
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 26%
2.7
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BTTS YesBetUK guide price · model 33%
1.95
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Goal trends indicate a high probability of multiple goals given both teams' recent 100% Over 2.5 Goals rates and a 3.6 average goals per game in their last ten meetings. However, the 0% BTTS rate suggests goals may be concentrated from one side at a time, highlighting a pattern of uneven scoring rather than balanced offensive output.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 78% vs implied 69% · edge +8.6 pts
1.44
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Dumbarton Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 46%
5.9
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Dumbarton to WinBet365 guide price · model 36%
9.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 28%
5.5
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BTTS YesBetUK guide price · model 33%
1.95
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Dunfermline Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.13
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Dunfermline to WinBet365 guide price · model 48%
1.22
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The Over 2.5 Goals market is supported by a strong of 78%, reflecting consistent high-scoring trends for both teams. Without explicit , this selection appears well-founded on statistical likelihood rather than price value, representing a confident football-based choice rather than a price-driven value bet.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Dunfermline

L
Last 50W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 1L
11 Jul 2026A East Kilbride0-3

Dumbarton

L
Last 50W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 1L
11 Jul 2026H ST Mirren0-4
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetfred guide price · Model 64% vs implied 27% · edge +37.7 pts
3.75
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Dumbarton Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 46%
5.9
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Dumbarton to WinBet365 guide price · model 36%
9.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 28%
5.5
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Home / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 77%
1.06
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Dunfermline Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.13
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Dunfermline to WinBet365 guide price · model 48%
1.22
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Recent form data shows both Dunfermline and Dumbarton have consistently participated in matches exceeding 2.5 goals, underscoring their offensive capabilities and defensive vulnerabilities. This pattern suggests momentum towards open games with multiple scoring chances, reinforcing the Over 2.5 Goals selection for this fixture.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

8Dunfermline wins
2Draws
0Dumbarton wins
19 Jul 2025Dumbarton v Dunfermline0-4
17 Jul 2021Dunfermline v Dumbarton5-1
06 Oct 2020Dumbarton v Dunfermline0-1
28 Apr 2018Dunfermline v Dumbarton4-0
06 Jan 2018Dumbarton v Dunfermline0-1
25 Nov 2017Dunfermline v Dumbarton2-2
Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 78% vs implied 69% · edge +8.6 pts
1.44
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Dumbarton to WinBet365 guide price · model 36%
9.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 28%
5.5
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BTTS YesBetUK guide price · model 33%
1.95
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Dunfermline to WinBet365 guide price · model 48%
1.22
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Historical meetings between Dunfermline and Dumbarton strongly support the Over 2.5 Goals pick, with an average of 3.6 goals per game over the last ten matches. This consistent pattern of high scoring underlines the likelihood of multiple goals in the upcoming fixture, reinforcing the attacking expectation.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

League Cup

Dunfermline1
Played
Dumbarton1
Dunfermline0
Avg goals for
Dumbarton0
Dunfermline3
Avg goals against
Dumbarton4
Dunfermline0
Clean sheets
Dumbarton0
Best odds for this sectionDumbarton Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 46% vs implied 17% · edge +29 pts
5.9
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Dumbarton to WinBet365 guide price · model 36%
9.5
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Dunfermline Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.13
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Dunfermline to WinBet365 guide price · model 48%
1.22
Check odds @ 1.22
Season-long attacking and defensive profiles for both teams align with high-scoring matches, as evidenced by their recent goal concessions and scoring rates. These statistics indicate a propensity for open play and goal-rich encounters, supporting the expectation of Over 2.5 Goals in this League Cup tie.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Dunfermline Over 2.5
100%Dumbarton Over 2.5
3.6H2H avg goals
The last ten head-to-head meetings averaging 3.6 goals highlight a clear trend towards high-scoring games between these teams. This trend, combined with recent Over 2.5 Goals rates, suggests a fast-paced match with frequent goal-scoring opportunities driven by open play and defensive lapses.

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