Raith Rovers, founded in 1883, remain one of Scotland’s familiar senior clubs, with Stark’s Park still central to their identity. This is not a side trading on novelty; their place in the game is established, even if the current work is being done outside the top flight.
In the 2026-27 season they sit second in the Championship, with a 22-player squad averaging 29 years of age. Their league form has been useful rather than spectacular: a 1-1 draw at Stenhousemuir followed wins over Queen’s Park and Greenock Morton, after a home defeat to Livingston and a goalless draw at Partick Thistle.
Their home record is built on control. Raith are averaging 1.8 goals scored and just 0.6 conceded per match at Stark’s Park, while away from home they have been similarly awkward to break down. They have also started sharply, scoring inside the opening 20 minutes in six of 14 league matches.
Jai Rowe leads their scoring with four goals, with Anton Dowds and George Oakley on three each. Dylan Easton and Scott Brown have also contributed. Their cup involvement has included League Cup Group H and the second round of the Challenge Cup.
For Celtic supporters, Raith are a well-set Championship side: experienced, organised, and currently positioned near the top of their league.
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⚔️ How they compare to Celtic
Compared to Celtic, Raith are the sharper attacking threat in domestic matches and exceptionally compact away, but Celtic hold the clear edge in league points and are balancing European obligations which both stretch their squad and test stamina; on paper Celtic are favoured overall, yet Raith's home potency and away defensive organisation make them a match that will take focus rather than complacency.
