st. johnstone vs ayr: Quarter-final moved after waterlogged pitch, semis set for late February
The KDM Evolution Trophy quarter-final between St. Johnstone and Ayr United has been moved following a waterlogged pitch at McDiarmid Park. The rearranged tie will take place at Falkirk Stadium on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, with kick-off at 2: 45 PM ET.
Neutral venue confirmed for postponed tie
Heavy rain left the original venue unplayable, forcing a postponement of the fixture that had already been delayed multiple times. The match — postponed three times earlier this season — has been rescheduled for Falkirk Stadium to ensure the fixture is completed ahead of the competition’s semi-finals later in the month. Organisers thanked the neutral host for accommodating the switch at short notice.
Both clubs will meet at the neutral ground for a 90-minute tie. If the match finishes level after normal time, it will be decided by a penalty shoot-out.
Semi-final dates, kick-offs and broadcast plans
The semi-finals are set for the midweek of February 24–25, 2026, with both scheduled to kick off at 2: 45 PM ET. The first semi-final will see the winner of st. johnstone vs ayr host Inverness Caledonian Thistle on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The second semi-final is scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2026, when Airdrieonians take on Raith Rovers.
Both midweek semi-finals will be shown live on television. As with the quarter-final, each semi-final will be decided by penalties if the score is level after 90 minutes.
Ticketing and practical information for supporters
Supporters who already hold tickets for the fixture at McDiarmid Park are advised that their tickets remain valid for the rearranged tie at Falkirk Stadium. Additional tickets are available through the usual club sales channels; prices and concessions are being honoured for those who purchased earlier tickets.
Fans planning to travel should check local travel arrangements and allow extra time on matchday due to the change of venue. Both clubs have been urged to share any club-specific matchday instructions directly with season-ticket holders and ticket purchasers.
With tight turnaround times between the quarter-final and the semi-finals, the move to a neutral ground was made to protect the competition schedule and ensure the path to the final remains on track. The rearranged calendar now gives the victorious side just one week to prepare for the semi-final tie on February 24, 2026.
