Oli Anderson previews today’s match against Elgin City
We make the second camel trek of the League Two season today, as we venture north to Elgin, to play the Black and Whites at Borough Briggs. A disappointing start to the league campaign for both teams, as we both find ourselves on one single point after 3 games. Last week, we fell short against a strong Stenhousemuir side, as a Buchanan goal in the first half, and a cool finish from Adam Brown with the last kick of the ball, handed the Methil Men two losses from two at home so far. Today’s hosts, Elgin also fell on the wrong side of the scoreline, losing 2-1 to newly promoted Spartans at Ainslie Park. Two goals within three minutes of each other bedded City, but a late Russell Dingwall goal halved the deficit and made for an intriguing last 15.
The Standings
|
Position |
Team |
Played |
Pts |
GD |
|
1 |
Peterhead FC |
3 |
7 |
4 |
|
2 |
Dumbarton |
3 |
5 |
2 |
|
3 |
Bonnyrigg Rose |
3 |
5 |
2 |
|
4 |
Stenhousemuir |
3 |
5 |
2 |
|
5 |
The Spartans |
3 |
5 |
1 |
|
6 |
Stranraer |
3 |
5 |
1 |
|
7 |
Forfar Athletic |
3 |
2 |
-2 |
|
8 |
Elgin City |
3 |
1 |
-2 |
|
9 |
Clyde FC |
3 |
1 |
-3 |
|
10 |
East Fife |
3 |
1 |
-5 |
Previous Encounter
The last time the two sides met, we overcame Elgin 3-1 in rather convincing fashion, in the League Cup. A Nathan Austin hat-trick, along with a stunning performance from Jack Healy proved the difference, as the local lads ran riot in Methil. A late reply from Elgin was only enough to spoil the clean sheet in what was an impressive performance.
Squad News
Outs- Slattery and Murray both still miss out due to previous injuries.
Ins- Gregor Nicol returns to fitness and is available for this afternoon’s match
Team Colours
East Fife will don the Taxi Centre-sponsored away kit, matched with pink socks and white shorts today, while the goalkeeper will be clad in all yellow for the tie.
Elgin City will be in their classic kit, wearing black and white striped top and socks for the affair with black shorts. The City’s goalie will be in all blue for the clash.
Match Tickets
Tickets can be bought at the gate, or online at Fanbaseclub.com. Please find Prices Below:
Adult: £14/16 (stand/ground)
Concession: £9/11 (stand/ground)
U16s: Free with a paying adult
Live Streaming
There is no live coverage of today’s game for viewers within the UK or Ireland however live Streaming of the game will be available on East Fife TV for our international fans. This can be accessed through a monthly or season pass.
Officials
The on-pitch official on Saturday will be Colin Whyte while his assistants running the line are Paul McAvinue and Ross Donaldson.