GREENOCK, Scotland (Dec. 27, 2025) (Interstat) — Greenock Morton and Ayr United opened their Scottish Championship season with a 1-1 draw Saturday at Cappielow Park.

Ayr United substitute Anton Dowds opened the scoring in the 25th minute. Morton equalized just before halftime in the 47th minute with a goal from forward Arron Lyall. Aaron Comrie and Kevin Holt provided assists for their respective sides.

The result defied pre-match projections from Interstat, which gave Morton a 64.7% probability to win and forecast a 2-1 victory. The match was a physical affair, with three yellow cards issued in the first half to Holt, Iain Wilson and Comrie.

Both clubs begin the league campaign with identical records of zero wins, zero losses and one draw.