The Betfred Cup semi-finals will use goal-line technology for the first time in an SPFL competition this weekend.

The Hawk-eye equipment was installed last year by the SFA for international action at Hampden Park and will be used by referees and the competition during both games between Livingston and St Mirren as well as St Johnstone vs Hibs.

The technology will also be used in February's final.

The Scottish Cup final back in December managed to make use of the Hawk-eye after Stephen Kingsley's goal for Hearts against Celtic was adjudged to be over the line when referee John Beaton checked his watch which is linked to the tech.

And SPFL chief Neil Doncaster told of his pride at the Betfred Cup finally following suit. He said: “The introduction of goal line technology to an SPFL competition for the first time is an exciting development. This is a system that has been proven to function quickly and effectively time and again. 

"Indeed, we saw first-hand exactly how well it works when it was used in the Scottish Cup final in December. 

“This is a positive step for the competition and we look forward to seeing the new system in action at the weekend and again at the final in February.”