East Fife and Hamilton Academical meet at MGM Timber Bayview Stadium, Methil on Saturday, Jan 2 at 4:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the League 1. Hamilton Academical hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

East Fife come into this fixture drawing too many games (4D in last 5). Hamilton Academical, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, East Fife face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Hamilton Academical have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Hamilton Academical arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for East Fife. Hamilton Academical to win.