East Fife vs Queen of the South: match statistics
The match promises to be an even clash, justifying the prediction of a draw. East Fife presents disastrous form with five consecutive defeats and a zero point tally in recent matches, significantly lowering their chances. On the other hand, Queen of the South shows better overall form (3 wins in the last 5 matches), yet their away record is problematic—50% away losses and a negative goal difference (-6). A key factor is the hosts' advantage in home matches, where they win 40% of games and have a positive goal difference (+1), while the visitors achieve just 30% away wins. xG statistics indicate a slight advantage for East Fife at home (1.2 vs 1.02), which, combined with the desperate need to break the losing streak, may motivate the hosts to fight for a point. Considering all factors, a draw seems the most probable outcome of this encounter.
East Fife vs Queen of the South: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
East Fife played against Queen of the South in League One (Scotland). The game was played on January 24, 2026. Final score: 1:5.
Recent form
East Fife has 1 win, 0 draws and 4 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. Queen of the South has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss, with 2.40 points per game.
Scoring records
East Fife scores 1.00 goals per game and allows 1.40. Queen of the South scores 1.43 and allows 1.19. Games in this league average 2.59 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 45% of East Fife's games and 38% of Queen of the South's. The Over 2.5 rates are 45% and 48%, compared with league averages of 42% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Queen of the South has the higher season xG average, 1.36 to 1.21 per game. East Fife takes 9.1 shots per game, while Queen of the South takes 11.1.
First-half and second-half trends
East Fife leads at halftime in 5% of its games and scores 0.50 goals per game after halftime. Queen of the South leads at halftime in 38% and scores 0.90 after halftime.
When the teams score
East Fife's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (6 goals). For Queen of the South, it is minutes 46-60 (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League One games average 2.59 goals. Both teams score in 42% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.00 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
The match promises to be an even clash, justifying the prediction of a draw. East Fife presents disastrous form with five consecutive defeats and a zero point tally in recent matches, significantly lowering their chances. On the other hand, Queen of the South shows better overall form (3 wins in the last 5 matches), yet their away record is problematic—50% away losses and a negative goal difference (-6). A key factor is the hosts' advantage in home matches, where they win 40% of games and have a positive goal difference (+1), while the visitors achieve just 30% away wins. xG statistics indicate a slight advantage for East Fife at home (1.2 vs 1.02), which, combined with the desperate need to break the losing streak, may motivate the hosts to fight for a point. Considering all factors, a draw seems the most probable outcome of this encounter.
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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
| East Fife | Queen of the South | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 43% | 41% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.26 | 0.31 |
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.
Queen of the South is 300% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - East Fife · 2.4 pts / game - Queen of the South
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.
Queen of the South is 43% better for: goals scored per game.
1 goals / game - East Fife · 1.43 goals / game - Queen of the South
Queen of the South is 18% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.4 goals / game - East Fife · 1.19 goals / game - Queen of the South
East Fife scores in 65% of games (13 of 20 meczów), while Queen of the South keeps a clean sheet in 38% (8 of 21 meczów).
Queen of the South scores in 71% of games (15 of 21 meczów), while East Fife keeps a clean sheet in 20% (4 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 - East Fife
Over / Under - Queen of the South
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.
Queen of the South is 79% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.8 pts / game - East Fife · 1.43 pts / game - Queen of the South
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
East Fife - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 5% of games and wins 35%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Queen of the South - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 38% of games and wins 48%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 100% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -4 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +5 |
* 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 46-60 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
* 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
East Fife
Queen of the South
* 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 (League One).
Teams vs league
| East Fife | Liga | Queen of the South | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.40 | 2.59 | • 2.62 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 45% | 42% | ▼ 38% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 45% | 52% | ▼ 48% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 20% | 32% | ▲ 38% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 60% | 72% | ▲ 76% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 75% | 80% | ▲ 95% |
^ 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 East Fife's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Queen of the South. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of East Fife vs Queen of the South?
The League One match finished East Fife 1:5 Queen of the South. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between East Fife and Queen of the South?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches East Fife won 1, Queen of the South won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before East Fife vs Queen of the South?
East Fife score 1.00 goals per game on average and Queen of the South 1.43. The League One average is 2.59 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 45% of East Fife's matches and 38% of Queen of the South's.
What form are East Fife and Queen of the South in?
Over the last 5 games East Fife have a 1-0-4 record (0.60 points per game) and Queen of the South 4-0-1 (2.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for East Fife vs Queen of the South?
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.