Ayr United vs Airdrieonians: match statistics
Ayr United occupies a significantly higher position in the table (4th place) compared to Airdrieonians (8th place), evidencing their better overall disposition this season. The hosts present superior offensive statistics, averaging 1.22 goals per home match with a higher xG (1.42) than the visitors do away (xG: 1.1). Airdrieonians display poor away form with a 50% loss rate and only 30% wins, conceding an average of 1.4 goals per game. Although Ayr United has a high percentage of home draws (44%), their advantage in possession (52% vs 47%) and shooting efficiency (5.11 shots on target per match) argues for their victory. The recent form of both teams is similar (1.6 PPG in the last 5 matches); however, home advantage and better offensive metrics give Ayr United a real chance for three points, though a draw remains possible due to their tendency to share points at their own stadium.
Ayr United vs Airdrieonians: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Ayr United played against Airdrieonians in Championship (Scotland). The game was played on January 10, 2026. Final score: 1:1.
Recent form
Ayr United has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Airdrieonians has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Ayr United scores 1.30 goals per game and allows 1.15. Airdrieonians scores 0.81 and allows 1.43. Games in this league average 2.48 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 60% of Ayr United's games and 43% of Airdrieonians's. The Over 2.5 rates are 35% and 48%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Ayr United has the higher season xG average, 1.42 to 1.07 per game. Ayr United takes 10.9 shots per game, while Airdrieonians takes 8.9.
First-half and second-half trends
Ayr United leads at halftime in 55% of its games and scores 0.35 goals per game after halftime. Airdrieonians leads at halftime in 14% and scores 0.62 after halftime.
When the teams score
Ayr United's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (9 goals). For Airdrieonians, it is minutes 61-75 (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.48 goals. Both teams score in 50% of games, and 46% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 2 home wins, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Ayr United occupies a significantly higher position in the table (4th place) compared to Airdrieonians (8th place), evidencing their better overall disposition this season. The hosts present superior offensive statistics, averaging 1.22 goals per home match with a higher xG (1.42) than the visitors do away (xG: 1.1). Airdrieonians display poor away form with a 50% loss rate and only 30% wins, conceding an average of 1.4 goals per game. Although Ayr United has a high percentage of home draws (44%), their advantage in possession (52% vs 47%) and shooting efficiency (5.11 shots on target per match) argues for their victory. The recent form of both teams is similar (1.6 PPG in the last 5 matches); however, home advantage and better offensive metrics give Ayr United a real chance for three points, though a draw remains possible due to their tendency to share points at their own stadium.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Ayr United | Airdrieonians | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 42% | 35% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.26 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Ayr United is 60% better for: goals scored per game.
1.3 goals / game - Ayr United · 0.81 goals / game - Airdrieonians
Ayr United is 24% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.15 goals / game - Ayr United · 1.43 goals / game - Airdrieonians
Ayr United scores in 75% of games (15 of 20 meczów), while Airdrieonians keeps a clean sheet in 29% (6 of 21 meczów).
Airdrieonians scores in 57% of games (12 of 21 meczów), while Ayr United keeps a clean sheet in 30% (6 of 20 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Ayr United
Over / Under - Airdrieonians
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Ayr United is 100% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.8 pts / game - Ayr United · 0.9 pts / game - Airdrieonians
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Ayr United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 55% of games and wins 30%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Airdrieonians - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 14% of games and wins 19%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.60 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.4 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 1.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 100% |
| Goal difference | +7 | -7 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.2 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 100% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (9 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Ayr United
Airdrieonians
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Championship).
Teams vs league
| Ayr United | Liga | Airdrieonians | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.45 | 2.48 | ▼ 2.24 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 60% | 50% | ▼ 43% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 35% | 46% | ▲ 48% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 30% | 32% | ▼ 29% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 85% | 70% | ▼ 52% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 60% | 72% | • 71% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Ayr United's perspective: 2 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses against Airdrieonians. Games average 3.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Ayr United vs Airdrieonians?
The Championship match finished Ayr United 1:1 Airdrieonians. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Ayr United and Airdrieonians?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Ayr United won 2, Airdrieonians won 0 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Ayr United vs Airdrieonians?
Ayr United score 1.30 goals per game on average and Airdrieonians 0.81. The Championship average is 2.48 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 60% of Ayr United's matches and 43% of Airdrieonians's.
What form are Ayr United and Airdrieonians in?
Over the last 5 games Ayr United have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Airdrieonians 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Ayr United vs Airdrieonians?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.