Oli Anderson’s previews tomorrow’s play-off match against Clyde.

After a turbulent season for the Fifers filled with some triumphant highs and worrisome lows, we have wound up in the playoffs for one last push. Tomorrow night we welcome the Bully Wee to MGM Timber Bayview Stadium, to mark the start of East Fife’s playoff campaign.

There are only a potential 4 games between the Methil Men and the Third Tier of Scottish Football as we strive for promotion. Our Semi Final opponents are current League One side Clyde, who finished in 9th place over the course of the league season on just 24 points. They finished on a high however as they overcame Montrose 2-1 at the weekend, showing their determination as McDonald scored the winner in the 91st minute.

East Fife fell to Forfar Athletic in what was a truly inspiring performance at Station Park last weekend. McDonald made a whole host of changes, with only full backs Steele and Newton retaining their place in the squad ahead of the dead rubber tie. East Fife were lively and took the game by the scruff of the neck and were the better team throughout. St Johnstone loanee Taylor Steven excelled as he caused so much bother for the Loons on the wing. Nditi was sent off for a second bookable offence in the first half which allowed Fife to control the game. Despite this, Forfar grabbed a winner in the last minute of play after East Fife had missed a handful of chances and dominated the proceeding.

Ones to Watch

Clyde

Goals have been hard to come by for the Bully Wee this season, having only scored 35 goals in 36 games across the league season. However, one man who has started to hit form at the right time is young striker Oliver McDonald, who has only scored five times this season, though 2 of them came at the weekend.

Their top contributor in all competitions this year is Ross Cunningham, who has scored 10 and set up 3 goals in all competitions this season.

Euan Cameron is also one to be wary of this season as the midfielder has assisted 8 goals for Clyde, showing his creative abilities, proving that Clyde are not a team to be discounted.

East Fife

Our Talisman this year who has brought the most goals for us this year is Alan Trouten. Trouts has converted 10 times for us in the league this year, and has also set up one too, the attacking midfielder, turned holding DM has showed his prowess and class over the course of his debut season in Methil.

Another man with astounding numbers considering his position this season is St Johnstone loanee Alex Ferguson, who has contributed an amazing 18 goals from the middle of the park, in the league alone this year. Fergie’s 6 goals have paired well with his 12 assists, as his movement and passing ability have torn teams to shreds across the season.

One who perhaps slides under the radar is East Fife’s number 9 Scott Shepherd. He came out of the blocks at tremendous pace netting 4 of his 7 league goals in the first 6 games of the season, before his finishing became secondary to his game. Shepherd’s hold up play, and vision are what make him such an asset for East Fife, as the front man has also assisted on 8 occasions this league campaign.

Squad News

Everyone made it through the Forfar game at the weekend unscathed, and as a result, Greig McDonald has a full squad ready for tomorrow night.

Match Admission

We have dropped our admission prices for our playoff game tomorrow, and we will be exclusively Pay at The Gate. Please note, turnstiles are cash only however card payments can be made at the matchday reception.

Season Tickets will NOT be valid for the game; however, Season Ticket Holders are still entitled to their seats upon entry. Please Find Prices Below

Adult: £15

Concession: £10

Under 16: £5

As with all league matches this season, all member of East Fife Community Football Club & East Fife Girls & Womens’ Football Club who are under 16 go free with a paying adult or as part of an organised group. Eligible members should enter through the Community Gate at the home end of the stand.

Team Colours

East Fife are back in their home kit, wearing the black and gold top, with black shorts and socks too. The Fife goalie will wear all blue tomorrow night.

Clyde will wear red and black for the tie, with white shorts and red socks. The Bully Wee ‘keeper will be in green.

Live Stream

For those who can’t make it to Bayview tomorrow night, a live stream is available worldwide via East Fife TV for £15.

Referees

The on pitch official tomorrow night will be Barry Cook, and his two assistants running the lines are Drew Kirkland and Michael Banks. Stewart Luke is the Fourth official for the tie.

Refreshments

The Stadium bar will be open from 6pm for pre-match refreshments tomorrow night. Pie stalls will be open at both ends of the stadium from 7pm. Pie stalls accept both cash and card.

Programme

Issue 23 of The Bayview will be available for purchase tomorrow night for £2.50 outside of the stadium.