- Livingston have won four of their last five matches (D0, L1).
- Forfar Athletic have lost each of their last five (D0, W0).
Livi can lay waste to League Two opposition
FC Livingston's home form in League Cup Group E 2026 reads (D1, L0) after a 1-1 draw and penalty shootout defeat to Partick Thistle following a 2-0 away win at Brechin City. Forfar Athletic are still seeking their first away win in the group (D0, L1) after losing 2-0 to Stenhousemuir and they have yet to collect a single point after two games, leaving the Championship side third in the group with four points and the League Two side fourth with none. Livingston can be backed at a shade of odds-on to win this clash but punters are advised to swerve the 'Over 2.5 goals' market at 1/4, as there is zero value in backing Forfar Athletic to win against the group leaders at this juncture. Backing 'No' in the both teams to score market at 12/25 may be a safer option for those that fancy a bit of value, while the home win to nil market could be a lively alternative to the main selection. David Martindale has a compact, high-work-rate shape for Livi, with quick vertical breaks and a good set-piece threat. Forfar Athletic are in freefall after five straight defeats in all competitions (D0, L5). They were hammered 4-0 by St Johnstone at home and Partick Thistle, while they also lost 2-0 at Stenhousemuir in League Cup Group E 2026 last time out.
Forfar’s lack of tempo will be a factor
James Weir has his team well organised and they will come to the match in a compact block, looking to deliver balls into the box and win second balls. They should look to slow the game down and keep things narrow, but Livingston's ability to press the ball and fluidly shift their shape will likely win the midfield battle.
Livingston should have no issues controlling this match and they can be expected to put on a bit of a show against their League Two opponents, while any Forfar upset looks extremely unlikely. The last head-to-head saw Livi win 2-0 away from home in League Cup 2024/2025 and the hosts should record another clean sheet in this one.
