Inverness CT Strengthen Promotion Push with Victory
Inverness Caledonian Thistle secured a vital 2-0 away victory against East Fife on Tuesday, 20th January 2026, at the First2 Finance Bayview Stadium, maintaining their push for promotion in Scottish League One. The win reinforces Inverness CT’s position as serious contenders for promotion, whilst East Fife continue to struggle with their recent form.
Match Details and Key Moments
The match kicked off at 7:45pm on Tuesday 20th January 2026 before an attendance of 601. Inverness CT took the lead through Alfie Stewart, who struck a left-footed shot from outside the box to the top left corner in the 70th minute. The visitors sealed the victory in stoppage time when Alfie Bavidge scored in the 92nd minute with a left-footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner.
League Context and Implications
Prior to the match, East Fife ranked 6th, while Inverness Caledonian Thistle held 1st position in the Scottish League One standings. The 2025-26 Scottish League One season features ten teams: Alloa Athletic, Cove Rangers, East Fife, Hamilton Academical, Inverness Caledonian Thistle, Kelty Hearts, Montrose, Peterhead, Queen of the South and Stenhousemuir. This victory is crucial for Inverness CT as the champions are directly promoted to the Scottish Championship.
Looking Ahead
The result represents another setback for East Fife, who have endured a difficult period in recent weeks. Meanwhile, Inverness CT’s consistent performances continue to demonstrate their credentials as promotion favourites. With the season progressing, every match becomes increasingly significant for teams at both ends of the table, particularly those challenging for promotion or fighting to avoid the relegation play-offs. The victory strengthens Inverness CT’s position at the summit and puts pressure on their rivals in the race for automatic promotion to the Scottish Championship.
