St Johnstone vs Raith Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips

St Johnstone vs Raith Rovers Match Preview

St Johnstone return to action looking to steady themselves after a difficult end to the Premiership season. Raith Rovers arrive from the Championship in uneven form and searching for a spark after a month of blunt attacking play. With contrasting levels of competition faced by both sides and mixed confidence on each end, this meeting carries an intriguing tone.

St Johnstone aim to rediscover rhythm after a challenging run

St Johnstone’s recent results reflect a side that competed well in spells but struggled to take control of matches. They edged Ross County 2-1 with a composed home display but fell either side of that victory, losing to Kilmarnock and Dundee without scoring.

Their away defeats at Hearts and Motherwell showed inconsistency in defensive balance, though they still produced moments of threat by carrying the ball into wide areas like in the 4-3 win against Queen’s Park.

At home they tend to start with intent, and despite the recent run of losses, their matches often develop into open patterns as they chase momentum. The squad remains capable of strong phases, and returning to familiar surroundings should allow them to regain attacking clarity.

Raith Rovers travel with confidence issues and a lack of cutting edge

Raith Rovers have taken only two points from their last four matches and have scored just once in that run. Their 0-0 draw at Arbroath marked the first clean sheet in weeks but again highlighted a lack of penetration in the final third.

The heavy 0-3 defeat at home to Airdrieonians exposed issues in defensive transitions, while the 2-1 defeat at Queen’s Park earlier in November showed vulnerability when pressed.

Their only recent win came against Partick Thistle, a match where they controlled tempo well, but that level has not reappeared since. Away form remains patchy, and their overall trend suggests difficulty sustaining attacking pressure against higher level opposition.

St Johnstone vs Raith Rovers Prediction

The best bet for this fixture is St Johnstone to win and both teams to score at 3.75 odds. St Johnstone create regular openings at home, and Raith’s defensive record suggests they may concede under sustained pressure.

At the same time, St Johnstone’s own defensive lapses in recent weeks leave the door open for Raith to find moments in transition.

The correct score prediction of St Johnstone 3-1 at 13.00 odds reflects the likelihood of an open contest. St Johnstone have shown they can score multiple goals at home, and Raith’s difficulties away from home point toward a match where the Premiership side carries more threat across the ninety minutes.

With both teams in need of a lift, this match should produce space and chances, and St Johnstone’s higher baseline level gives them the edge.

Peter Green- December 3, 2025

St Johnstone vs Raith Rovers Betting Tips

St Johnstone to win & Both teams to score

OK

3.75 Odds

Correct score: St Johnstone 3-1

OK

13.00 Odds