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League One | Sat 31 Oct, 15:00

East Fife v Queen of the South Stats

Data last updated: Fri 30 Oct 2026, 08:10 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This League One clash features Queen of the South visiting East Fife, with Queen of the South holding a stronger recent form profile. Queen of the South have accumulated 9 points recently compared to East Fife's single point, showing better offensive output with 1.6 goals per game versus East Fife's 0.6. Both teams have struggled defensively, but Queen of the South's slightly higher scoring rate and recent momentum suggest they can capitalize on East Fife's defensive vulnerabilities. The fixture offers Queen of the South a chance to extend their lead in the standings and build with an away win.

BT4Y best bet

Queen of the South to Win

  • Queen of the South have a 70% to win, indicating strong value at 3.5 .
  • Recent form heavily favors Queen of the South with 9 points gained versus East Fife's 1 point.
  • Both teams have a 60% BTTS rate, suggesting openness but Queen of the South's superior attack is decisive.
  • East Fife concede 2.2 goals per game, Queen of the South concede even more at 2.8, indicating defensive frailties on both sides.
  • Over 2.5 goals have featured in 80% of East Fife's matches and 60% of Queen of the South's, supporting a potentially open game.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Queen of the South to win with a 70% chance, reflecting their superior recent form and offensive output. Despite both teams conceding frequently, Queen of the South's ability to score more consistently and gather points recently positions them as clear favorites. The of 3.5 offer significant value given the implied chance of 28.6%, making this a compelling selection. Defensive weaknesses on both sides suggest an open game, but Queen of the South's momentum and higher scoring rate underpin the model's .

Recent form pointsQueen of the South 9 vs East Fife 1
Strong positive
Goals per gameQueen of the South 1.6 vs East Fife 0.6
Strong positive
Defensive concessionEast Fife 2.2, Queen of the South 2.8 goals per game
Neutral
Over 2.5 goals rateEast Fife 80%, Queen of the South 60%
Positive
BTTS rateBoth teams 60%
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Queen of the South's recent form and attacking edge make them the tactical and statistical favorite to win this match. Their ability to convert chances and accumulate points recently contrasts with East Fife's struggles, providing a solid basis for backing an away victory.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Queen of the South's momentum and superior offensive numbers give them a clear edge here, especially considering East Fife's defensive vulnerabilities. This match should favor the visitors if they maintain their recent standards.”

Key Data Signals

Queen of the South to Win evidence

Queen of the South have a 70% to win, indicating strong value at 3.5 .

Recent form heavily favors Queen of the South with 9 points gained versus East Fife's 1 point.

Both teams have a 60% BTTS rate, suggesting openness but Queen of the South's superior attack is decisive.

East Fife concede 2.2 goals per game, Queen of the South concede even more at 2.8, indicating defensive frailties on both sides.

What To Watch In The Data

Queen of the South to Win notes

  • In the last six meetings, the average goals scored per match is 3, indicating a tendency for open, goal-rich encounters.
  • This trend, combined with recent Over 2.5 goals rates, suggests a lively tempo and opportunities for multiple goals in this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

East Fife0.6
Avg goals scored
Queen of the South1.6
East Fife2.2
Avg goals conceded
Queen of the South2.8
East Fife60%
BTTS rate
Queen of the South60%
East Fife80%
Over 2.5 goals
Queen of the South60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 73% vs implied 60% · edge +13.4 pts
1.67
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 83%
1.22
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 65%
1.73
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 47%
2.75
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 39%
2.08
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 31%
2.1
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Both teams have a 60% BTTS rate, indicating a reasonable likelihood of goals at both ends. East Fife's 80% Over 2.5 goals rate suggests matches involving them tend to be open and high scoring, while Queen of the South's 60% rate supports a moderately open game with goal opportunities.
Market odds

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

Market aligned with main pickQueen of the South to WinBetfred guide price · Model 44% vs implied 29% · edge +15 pts
3.5
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.67
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Queen of the South Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 55%
2.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 65%
1.73
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The 43.6% for Queen of the South to Win sits against roughly 28.6% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Queen of the South have the stronger recent points return, taking 9 points from the sample compared with 1 for East Fife.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

East Fife

LLDLL
Last 50W 1D 4L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 5D 5L
24 Oct 2026A Hamilton Academical1-2
17 Oct 2026H Alloa Athletic0-3
10 Oct 2026A Cove Rangers1-1
03 Oct 2026H East Kilbride0-3
19 Sep 2026H Montrose1-2

Queen of the South

WLWWL
Last 53W 0D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 1D 5L
24 Oct 2026A Alloa Athletic1-0
17 Oct 2026H Ross County1-7
10 Oct 2026A Peterhead1-0
03 Oct 2026H Cove Rangers4-3
19 Sep 2026A Hamilton Academical1-4
Market aligned with main pickQueen of the South to WinBetfred guide price · Model 44% vs implied 29% · edge +15 pts
3.5
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.83
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Queen of the South Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 55%
2.5
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Queen of the South have demonstrated strong recent form, gaining 9 points compared to East Fife's solitary point. Their higher scoring rate and ability to secure results away from home underpin in their ability to win this match.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

80%East Fife Over 2.5
60%Queen of the South Over 2.5
3H2H avg goals
In the last six meetings, the average goals scored per match is 3, indicating a tendency for open, goal-rich encounters. This trend, combined with recent Over 2.5 goals rates, suggests a lively tempo and opportunities for multiple goals in this fixture.

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