Livingston FC starts pre-season with Partick Thistle friendly
Livingston FC began their 2026-27 pre-season preparations with a friendly match against Partick Thistle at the Tony Macaroni Arena on Saturday, July 18. The Lions, who finished 12th in the Scottish Premiership last season with just 16 points from 33 games, are looking to improve their form ahead of the new campaign.
What happened in the match?
The match, attended by 1,536 spectators, saw Livingston FC and Partick Thistle go head-to-head in a competitive pre-season fixture. Referee Josh Hay oversaw the game, which provided both teams with valuable match practice as they prepare for their respective league campaigns.
Why this friendly matters for Livingston FC
After a challenging 2025-26 season where Livingston FC scored 35 goals and conceded 66, finishing with a -31 goal difference, the Lions are eager to turn things around. This friendly against Partick Thistle is part of their efforts to build fitness and cohesion ahead of the new season, where they will aim to avoid another relegation battle.
What comes next for Livingston FC?
With the new Scottish Premiership season still a few weeks away, Livingston FC will continue their pre-season preparations with more friendly matches. The Lions, who finished 54 points behind league leaders Heart of Midlothian last season, are focused on improving their performance and climbing the table in the upcoming campaign.
