August 1 2025 Match preview: Livingston (H)
William Hill Scottish Premiership – Matchday One
Saturday, 3pm | BBSP Stadium, Rugby Park
We’re back at Rugby Park as we welcome Livingston for the opening match of the 2025/26 William Hill Scottish Premiership season.
The team are looking to start the campaign strong and build on a positive end to our Premier Sports Cup Group. With a big Ayrshire crowd behind us, we’re aiming to kick off the new league journey with three points at home.
Last Time Out: Killie
It was a strong performance at Rugby Park last time out, as goals from Marcus Dackers, Djenairo Daniels, and a double from Ben Brannan sealed a 4-0 win against East Fife.
Last Time Out: Livingston
Livingston come into the match off the back of a 6-0 victory over Kelty Hearts in the Premier Sports Cup they’ll be looking to carry that form into the league opener.
Match Coverage
The 3pm kick-off will be shown live to international Killie TV subscribers. UK-based subscribers can enjoy full audio commentary from Kieran Calderwood, Andrew Milligan and Adam Lyon.
Matchday Info
Tickets
Tickets are available to buy online right up until kick-off. You can also purchase from the Killie Ticket Office before 2.30pm on matchday.
QR codes linking to online sales are clearly displayed around the stadium to help supporters purchase on arrival.
Buy your tickets here
Turnstiles
Open from 2pm. Away fans should enter via the Chadwick Stand on Rugby Road.
Kiosk information
Please note that all food and drink kiosks will accept card only at BBSP Stadium, Rugby Park from today.
Weather
18°C | Light cloud with sunny intervals | 5% chance of rain
Match Officials
Referee: Matthew MacDermid
Assistant Referees: Dougie Potter & Chris Rae
Fourth Official: Alastair Grieve
VAR: John Beaton
From the Camp
Stuart Kettlewell and Lewis Mayo spoke to Killie TV ahead of Saturday’s opener. Watch both interviews now across our official channels.
