Arbroath host Annan Athletic in the Scottish League Cup on Tuesday night. The Smokies are fourth in the table with two points from two games.
What happened?
Arbroath suffered relegation from the Scottish Championship in 2023-24 but bounced back by lifting the Scottish League One trophy last season.
They started the Scottish League Cup positively, drawing 0-0 with St Mirren and winning 5-3 on penalties. However, a 4-0 loss to Ayr United followed.
Team News
Arbroath are yet to score during open play in the Scottish League Cup and may make changes in attack. Gavin Reilly could come into the starting team.
As for Annan Athletic, they have struggled in recent meetings with Arbroath, with three losses in their last four meetings.
Predicted Lineups
Arbroath possible starting lineup: McAdams; Watson, Muirhead, O'Brien, Wilkie; Stewart, Pettifer, Cochrane, Dow; Marshall; Reilly Annan Athletic possible starting lineup: Clarke; Muir, Todd, Gilmour, Deveney; Todd, Smith, McGowan, Carmichael; Allan, Smith
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 3rd in Scottish Championship, 52 pts, 13W-13D-10L from 36 games |
| Last result | Arbroath 0-0 Dunfermline (2026-05-08) |
What comes next?
Arbroath will be looking to capitalise on Annan Athletic's defensive vulnerabilities and secure a strong win. We say: Arbroath 2-0 Annan Athletic
