Livingston vs Falkirk: football previews & free football betting tips, 9th August 2025
Livingston host Falkirk on Saturday 9 August 2025 at the Tony Macaroni Arena for a second-round Premiership fixture. Livingston begin the season after a midweek draw, while Falkirk travel in confidence having picked up momentum during the Championship playoffs and early cup rounds.
Livingston are expected to field the same core squad, with Zak Rudden integrating into the frontline after recently joining from Queen’s Park and set to make early appearances. Falkirk’s roster includes their new signing Brian Graham up front. No major injuries or suspensions reported at present.
In their last five competitive matches, Livingston have won three, drawn one and lost one, scoring on average 2.4 goals per game and conceding about 0.8. Falkirk remain unbeaten in five—their last five include four wins and one draw, scoring around 3.2 per game and conceding roughly 0.6. Head‑to‑head, Falkirk lead historically (around 15 wins to Livingston’s 11 in 35 meetings), with draws in 8 encounters. Recent meetings heavily favor Livingston, winning 3 of the last 4 matches, with one draw.
Livingston’s new striker Zak Rudden is one to watch—recently signed and expected to bring goal threat up front. Defender Cristian Montaño also remains influential with his experience and set-piece threat. Falkirk’s leading man Brian Graham has just joined and should drive their attack; midfielder Luke Graham (on loan) provides energy and width.
Predicted outcome: Livingston 2‑1 Falkirk. At home, Livingston look sharper returning to Premiership action, while Falkirk’s attacking firepower may be undermined by the step-up in quality defensively.
Best bet: Over‑1.5 goals appears likely, given Livingston’s scoring rate and Falkirk’s attacking recent form. Both Teams to Score is worth considering too—both sides have found the net consistently.
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