Ross County suffered a 2-0 defeat against St Johnstone in the 2025-26 Scottish League Challenge Cup on January 13, 2026. The match took place at McDiarmid Park in Perth, Scotland, with an attendance of 1,815 fans. Joshua McPake opened the scoring for St Johnstone in the 18th minute, and Louis Lloyd doubled the lead shortly after halftime in the 48th minute. Despite Ross County's efforts, they struggled to find the back of the net throughout the match. The club managed only five shots on goal compared to St Johnstone's 16. Ross County's possession was at 39%, indicating a challenging day on the pitch. The match officials, led by Grant Irvine, oversaw a competitive game that saw both teams pushing for advancement in the tournament. This defeat marks a setback for Ross County as they look to regroup and focus on their upcoming fixtures.