Raith Rovers claimed a 3-1 victory over Elgin City in their Premier Sports Cup Group H clash at Stark’s Park on Friday night. The win keeps Raith fifth in the Scottish Championship with 45 points from 36 games, though they remain 32 points behind league leaders St Johnstone.
What happened at Stark’s Park?
Ross Millen’s close-range finish in the 73rd minute sealed the points after Kane Montagu’s 42nd-minute strike and Morgyn Neill’s own goal in the 28th had put Raith 2-0 up. Oliver Colloty pulled one back for Elgin midway through the second half, but Raith held firm to complete the win.
The match drew an attendance of 1,276 to Kirkcaldy, with Raith’s recent form reading WLLWW in their last five games. The victory follows their 3-2 loss to Ross County on 1 May 2026, a result that left them on a two-game winning run heading into this cup tie.
Key talking points for Raith Rovers
Montagu’s early strike gave Raith the perfect start, while Millen’s clinical finish underlined his importance in attack. The defensive lapses that cost them against Ross County were less evident, though Colloty’s goal showed Elgin’s threat on the break.
Raith’s attack has now scored 43 goals this season, with a goal difference of +1. Their recent form of two wins and three losses in their last five shows they’re capable of sharp spells, but consistency remains the missing piece as they chase a top-six finish.
Substitutes make their mark
Kyle Turner, Lewis Gibson and Paul McMullan all came off the bench to add fresh legs, while Jai Rowe’s corner led directly to Millen’s winner. For Elgin, trialist A and Mark Gallagher replaced starters as they pushed for an equaliser, but Raith’s organisation held firm.
The win keeps Raith’s cup campaign alive while they aim to climb the Championship table. With St Johnstone 32 points clear, every point counts as they look to close the gap in the race for a top-six spot.
What’s next for Raith Rovers?
Raith return to Championship action soon, with their next league outing coming in early August. The focus now shifts to maintaining their recent uptick in form as they bid to climb the table and keep their cup hopes alive. For now, the players can celebrate a hard-earned three points in Kirkcaldy.
