Football Bet of the Day for Wednesday: Will the Killie defence contain Livingston’s in-form frontman in this early Group H decider?
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⚽ Football Bet of the Day
Kilmarnock vs Livingston
Herrin Kendrick; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Robbie Muirhead to Score Anytime | |
23/10 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Robbie Muirhead opened his account last time out and remains Livingston’s go-to attacking outlet. With Kilmarnock still adjusting under new management and defensively vulnerable, the in-form forward is well poised to take advantage. Backing him to score anytime offers real value in what could be a tightly contested affair.
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🧮 Quickfire Stats
- Robbie Muirhead scored 19 goals in 48 appearances last season.
- Kilmarnock have conceded in five of their last six matches.
- Livingston are unbeaten in eight matches across all competitions.
Rationale:
Livingston’s impressive goal-getter Robbie Muirhead looks well placed to make his mark again as his side visit Rugby Park for a crucial Scottish League Cup Group H fixture on Wednesday. While Kilmarnock are firm favourites at home, Muirhead’s current form, combined with Livingston’s overall momentum, makes this a standout angle for Wednesday’s betting slate.
Let’s not forget: Muirhead was Livingston’s top scorer last season, registering an impressive 19 goals across all competitions. Having recently opened his account for the 2025/26 campaign in Livingston’s 2-1 win over East Fife, he arrives in confident mood. His scoring instincts, positional awareness and physical presence make him a genuine threat to any back line—especially one still adapting under a new manager.
Kilmarnock may have earned a comfortable win in their opener against Brora Rangers, but that match was against a Highland League outfit. Facing a side like Livingston—who are freshly promoted and eight matches unbeaten in all competitions—is an altogether different challenge. Killie conceded 56 goals in the Premiership last term and, despite a decent end-of-season push, their defence remains fragile.
Stuart Kettlewell’s arrival as Kilmarnock boss brings hope of a more structured approach, but early in his tenure, lapses in shape and communication are still likely as players adapt to new instructions. That plays directly into Muirhead’s hands, particularly given his sharp movement and ability to exploit half-spaces.
Moreover, Kilmarnock have allowed goals in five of their last six matches in all competitions, and they haven’t kept a clean sheet against a top-flight side since April. With Muirhead leading the line for a confident Livingston side that’s riding the high of promotion and strong pre-season form, backing him to score anytime feels like exceptional value.
It’s also worth noting that Livingston have found the net in seven of their last eight fixtures, often through quick transitions and direct service to their talismanic striker. Against a Kilmarnock side that likes to dominate at home but occasionally leaves gaps at the back, those tactics could prove fruitful again.
Expect Muirhead to find at least one opportunity to test the home goalkeeper—and based on his record, he rarely needs more than one.
✅ Best Bet: Robbie Muirhead to Score Anytime
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