Raith Rovers 3–1 Elgin City
Scottish League Cup – Group Stage
11 July 2026, 22:00 kick-off

Raith Rovers kicked off their Scottish League Cup group campaign in emphatic fashion with a 3–1 victory over Elgin City at Stark’s Park. The Championship side showcased their attacking depth, overcoming a stubborn Elgin side that refused to go down without a fight.

First-Half Dominance

Raith Rovers started brightly and took the lead in the 12th minute. A swift counter-attack ended with Lewis Vaughan slotting home after a clever pass from Aidan Connolly. The home side doubled their advantage just before the half-hour mark when Sam Stanton fired a low drive from the edge of the area past Elgin goalkeeper Tom McHale.

Elgin Fight Back

Elgin City refused to retreat. In the 38th minute, they pulled a goal back through a well-struck free kick by Brian Cameron. The ball curled over the wall and nestled into the top corner, giving Raith goalkeeper Kevin Dabrowski no chance. The goal injected life into the visitors, and they ended the half on a high note.

Raith Seal the Win

The second half saw Raith Rovers regain control. Manager Ian Murray made tactical adjustments, instructing his side to press higher up the pitch. The decisive third goal came in the 67th minute when substitute Ethan Ross latched onto a loose ball in the box and smashed it into the roof of the net.

Standout Performances

• Lewis Vaughan (Raith Rovers) – A goal and an assist, constantly threatening the Elgin defence.
• Brian Cameron (Elgin City) – Scored a stunning free kick and was a creative outlet all night.
• Sam Stanton (Raith Rovers) – Controlled the midfield tempo and got on the scoresheet.

Group Stage Outlook

Raith Rovers’ attacking display sends a message to their group rivals. With three points and a healthy goal difference, they sit in a strong position early in the competition. Elgin City, despite the defeat, showed character and will take confidence from their goal. However, they will need to tighten up defensively if they are to progress.