Oli Anderson previews today’s match against Edinburgh City
East Fife have it all to play for as we must produce another Bayview comeback if we want to find ourselves in the League 1 Play-off Final. We currently trail Edinburgh City by one goal to nil, though it is certainly still within our grasp, as victory today would catapult us into the two-legged tie with either Annan Athletic or Elgin City. However, East Fife will have to go for it, and the management team will have to utilise the entire squad that they have at their disposal, and attack the game, if we want to run out victorious.
Supporters are reminded that pyrotechnics are strictly prohibited within the stadium. Security searches may be conducted prior to entry, and please be advised that Police Scotland will be in the area to assist. Anyone found to be in possession of prohibited items will be denied entry and face a stadium ban in addition to any action taken by Police Scotland.
Road to the Playoff Final
First Leg Results
Edinburgh City 1-0 East Fife
Elgin City 2-4 Annan Athletic
The Return Legs
East Fife vs Edinburgh City
Annan Athletic vs Elgin City
The Form
The Fifers:
East Fife have won three of the last six games, winning one from four on the road, and winning both of their last home efforts. This home form may prove crucial ahead of this afternoon’s contest. East Fife have lost just twice at the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium in the league this season, on both occasions to Stranraer. The Fifers have won both home encounters against Edinburgh, and even though they have had mixed fortunes against the Citizens on the road, Dick Campbell’s men will be up for it today.
Our Opposition:
Edinburgh City’s away from leaves a lot to be desired, as Michael McIndoe’s men have lost each of their last four games on the road. This paired with Edinburgh’s poor form heading into the first leg means that East Fife will see this as an opportunity, and it is one which cannot pass them by.
Previous Encounter
Edinburgh City 1-0 East Fife
Meadowbank Stadium, Tuesday 6th May 2025
Malik Zaid’s goal is all that separates the two sides heading into today’s second leg. The first encounter saw next to nothing between the two teams, with East Fife growing into the game with the inclusion of pace on the flanks, with Adam Laaref and Jack Healy both having an impact on the game, the latter of whom may be kicking himself following a 95th minute chance which went awry.
Squad News
We have no fresh injury concerns ahead of today, with Stewart Murdoch in line for a potential return to the squad.
Match Tickets
Ticket Prices for the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium can be found below. Please note that season tickets are not valid for our play-off journey.
Adult: £15
Concessions: £10
U16s: £5
East Fife fans will be housed in section A-D (sea end of the stand) and sections H-J (town end).
Edinburgh City fans will be housed in section K.
There are no cash turnstiles at the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium and supporters are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance. There will be a small number of tickets available to buy from the stadium reception this afternoon, however, please arrive in plenty of time to do so as there are likely to be queues.
Turnstiles will open from 2.00pm this afternoon.
Live Stream
For our international fans, live streaming for today’s game will be available on EFTV, using a Monthly, or Annual Gold Pass. Today’s commentator will be Daniel Hughes.
There is no live streaming option for viewers within the UK or Ireland this weekend.
Club Colours
The Fifers are back in the famous Black and Gold today, wearing the MPH Group sponsored home kit, with black socks and shorts. The East Fife goalkeeper will be wearing sky blue for the tie.
Edinburgh City will be in their white shirts, with black shorts and white socks for the clash.
Officials
The referee today will be Lloyd Wilson with his linesmen being Alastair Taylor and Graham McNeillie. The fourth official will be George Calder.
Match Programme
The Bayview issue 24 will be available pre-kick off for £3, look out for seller around the stadium. If you can’t make it to today’s game, programmes can also be bought online for home delivery.
Catering
The stadium bar will be open from 12.15pm to both home and away supporters.
Pie stalls will be open at both ends of the ground from 2.00pm this afternoon. Both cash and card are accepted.
Mon the Fife!