Match Preview: Airdrieonians

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Raith Rovers vs Airdrieonians
Saturday, 21st March 2026
3pm
Stark’s Park, Kirkcaldy

Raith Rovers are finally back in action in Kirkcaldy this weekend, as they welcome Airdrieonians to Stark’s Park, and the game could barely be bigger.

The Diamonds are currently ninth in the Championship table, ahead of Ross County on goal difference, but only three points behind Dougie Imrie’s side who currently sit seventh, albeit having played a game fewer.

Aaron Taylor-Sinclair’s side have only won one of their last seven games in all competitions, a 3-1 win over nine-man Morton last month, but they have won plaudits for their performances if not their results, and will be hoping they can drag themselves out of the relegation places this weekend.

One of those recent defeats they suffered was against Raith Rovers in the semi-final of the KDM Evolution Trophy, when Dylan Easton’s opener was cancelled out by a late Jake Hastie equaliser, although Rovers did prevail on penalties.

Tight games have become the norm between these two teams, with draws or single goal victories the outcomes which generally dominate the fixture.

Indeed, 16 of the last 18 meetings between the two have either ended up a draw or one of the teams winning 1-0, with the only two not to follow that trend being Airdrie’s 3-1 win at Stark’s Park in 2024, and their 3-0 win in the Langtoun earlier this season.

The last time Raith managed to register a victory over Airdrie by more than a single goal was back in December 2018, when Kevin Nisbet and Liam Buchanan were the scorers in a 2-0 win

Saturday’s match referee will be Chris Graham.

Head-To-Head Record:

Raith Rovers wins: 21

Airdrie wins: 17

Draws: 15

Tickets are now on sale for our next Championship fixture and can be bought by clicking here.

Prices:
Adult: £22
Over-65: £14
Under-21: £13
Under-16: £8
Under-12: FREE

Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult.

Carer tickets are also free and the ticket category can be chosen when selecting your tickets online.

Hospitality

We have limited space left in the R. Lindsay 1883 Lounge for Saturday’s match.

Click here for more information and to book.

Away Fans

Queen’s Park fans will be situated in the North Stand.

Purchasing A Ticket

Season Tickets are valid for this fixture, and are the most cost efficient way to support Rovers every week, click here for more information and how to buy.

We encourage all supporters to purchase their tickets online in advance to avoid long queues and potentially missing any of the match.

If you are unable to purchase online, please call the Office on 01592 263514 or visit us during our office hours:

Tuesday: 10am – 5pm
Wednesday: 10am – 5pm
Thursday: 10am – 7pm
Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday Home Matchday: 11am – 5pm

Additional Information

RaithTV will provide live video coverage of this match to international subscribers.

Cash and card are accepted at the Ticket Office and kiosks.

The advice to all is to arrive early to avoid delays at the turnstiles.

The stadium turnstiles will open at 2pm and stewards will be on hand to check tickets and undertake searches.

Anyone arriving at the turnstiles intoxicated or in possession of alcohol will be refused entry.

All supporters are reminded that all forms of smoking including vapes are prohibited.

The use of pyrotechnics is illegal, and anyone caught in possession of one risks arrest by the police and a ban on attending further matches.

SPFL Ground Rules are displayed at all points of entry.

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