East Fife Football Club can confirm that Chairman Jim Stevenson and Vice-Chairman John Donaldson will be stepping down from their respective roles at the end of the 2024/25 season. In recognition of their outstanding service, Jim will take up the position of Honorary Chairman, with John becoming an Honorary Director.
Jim originally joined the East Fife board in 1987 and, although his involvement has been on-and-off over the years, he has always remained a passionate supporter and key figure within the club. Reflecting on his time, Jim notes that his most enjoyable moments have come during his spells as a director. Appointed Chairman in 2014, Jim was instrumental in guiding the club through a challenging period, helping to bring stability and renewed purpose to East Fife at a time when it was most needed. His leadership has helped shape the modern-day East Fife, providing a steady hand and clear vision when it was needed most.
John joined the board in 2007 and, aside from a brief absence, has been a consistent and valued presence ever since. As well as serving as Vice-Chairman, John has held the important role of Club Safety Officer, ensuring East Fife remains compliant with both SFA regulations and Fire Council standards. Away from the boardroom, John is also a hands-on member of the club’s maintenance team—a small but mighty band of seasoned volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep Bayview running smoothly.
Speaking on their decision to step down, Jim said:
"It’s been a privilege to serve East Fife Football Club. The time feels right to step aside and allow new voices and fresh ideas to guide the club forward. I’m incredibly proud of everything we’ve achieved, and I’ll leave knowing that the club is in a stronger position than when I took the chair. I’m honoured to continue supporting East Fife as Honorary Chairman and look forward to seeing the club continue to grow."
John added:
"It’s been a pleasure to be part of the East Fife journey and to work alongside such a dedicated group of people. Whether it’s board meetings or fixing things around the ground, it’s all been part of what makes this club special. I’m delighted to be staying involved and supporting however I can."
Jim and John will officially step down from their current positions at the end of the season, and plans for the future leadership of the club will be communicated in due course.
Everyone at East Fife FC—players, staff, volunteers, and supporters—extends sincere thanks to both Jim and John for their years of dedication, hard work, and passion for the club. Their contributions have left a lasting legacy, and they will always remain part of the East Fife family.
The club will formally recognise Jim and John at our final home match of the season, and we invite all supporters to join us in showing appreciation for two true club stalwarts.
Thank you, Jim and John—you’ll always be part of the East Fife family.
2025/26 East Fife FC Season Tickets Now on Sale – Secure Yours Today!
East Fife FC is excited to announce that season tickets for the 2025/26 season are now on sale! After discussions with the East Fife Supporters Society and the East Fife Supporters Club boards, we have agreed on a small price increase for the coming 2025/26 season.
Why the Price Change?
In recent months, rising costs have affected all levels of football. Three major factors contributing to the price changes are the increases in employer national insurance contributions, rise in minimum wage, effective from April 2025, and the escalating costs of stadium maintenance. These changes, which are beyond our control, have made it necessary for us to adjust our prices in order to continue providing the best possible experience at the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium.
However, we understand that these changes may impact some of our supporters, and that’s why we’ve worked closely with supporters’ groups when setting these prices. We’re grateful for their input and ongoing support in these discussions.
To help with the cost of season tickets, we are offering supporters the opportunity to pay for your season tickets in three instalments while still taking advantage of the Super Early Bird pricing. Please contact the club office to discuss payment options.
There will also be a small increase in walk-up prices for individual games next season.
Super Early Bird Pricing – Don’t Miss Out!
We are offering Super Early Bird pricing for those who act quickly! If you purchase your season ticket before the 30th of May, you can take advantage of our Super Early Bird rates.
2025/26 Super Early Bird Prices
• Adult Super Early Bird: £260 (£100 saving on walk-up prices)
• Concession Super Early Bird: £200 (£88 saving on walk-up prices)
• 16–19-Year-Old Students Super Early Bird: £120 (£168 saving on walk-up prices)
• Under 16s Super Early Bird: £50 (£40 saving on walk-up prices)
• Over 80s Super Early Bird: £50 admin fee (£238 saving on walk-up prices)
After the Early Bird period, prices will increase, so be sure to secure your ticket at Bayview for the 2025/26 season before the deadline!
Season tickets are valid for 18 home league matches during the regular 2025/26 season.
We’re also delighted to confirm that all members of East Fife Community FC who are under 16 will continue to have free entry to all home league matches when accompanied by an adult.
How to Buy Your Season Ticket
Purchasing your season ticket is easy! Visit the club website or head to the East Fife FC office at the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium during regular office hours. You can also contact us directly via phone (01333 426323) or email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for further assistance.
We look forward to welcoming you back to the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium for another exciting season of football. Thank you for your unwavering support, and let’s make 2025/26 a season to remember!
Tickets for our William Hill League 2 match against Stirling Albion at the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium on Saturday 19th April are now on sale and can be purchased here.
Admission Prices
Adults - £18
Concessions* - £14
Under 16s* - £5
Parent & Child - £21
Parent & 2 Children - £24
*Proof of age may be requested
Full- and half-season tickets are valid for this match.
Please note, Section A Rows H-N Seats 75-84 are designated for our young supporters who make up our singing sections, complete with a drum. Please keep this in mind when purchasing tickets for this area.
All members 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 for all William Hill League 2 matches at Bayview this season.
There are no cash turnstiles at Bayview and supporters are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets online. Online sales are available right up until kick-off. Tickets can also be purchased over the phone by calling 01333 426323 or directly from the club office for those unable to buy online.
Please note, that parent and child tickets must be purchased directly from the club office.
There is no live streaming option this weekend for viewers with the UK and Ireland however overseas supporters can watch the game live via East Fife TV with an annual or monthly subscription.
Bonnyrigg Rose 0-2 East Fife, Saturday 12th April 2025, William Hill League 2, New Dundas Park
East Fife had to work hard to return to winning ways, as a strong second half showing sent all three points to Methil last Saturday.
East Fife removed the defensive errors from the performance for the first time in a number of weeks, keeping our first clean sheet since February on route to a 2-0 win.
Dick Campbell made two changes to the side that lost 1-0 in Forfar almost a fortnight ago, as Kallum Higginbotham and Scott Shepherd made way for the returning Alan Trouten and club captain Stewart Murdoch. Murdoch’s inclusion was a boost to the backline, while Alan Trouten looked to have recovered well from his minor injury.
Unfortunately, the first half of the game followed the trend of the season, with East Fife struggling to truly threaten the Bonnyrigg backline. The pitch without a doubt played a large impact as the Fifers struggled to play football on the ground, with even the simplest of passes taking an unexpected bobble, adding to the danger of the match.
This meant that when half chances did come, it was tricky to make them stick, and when Jack Healy’s chance looked to come at the back post, it took an unanticipated bounce over the winger, forcing him to try an impulsive overhead kick, which fell wide of the goal.
East Fife did have the ball in the back of the net just after the thirtieth minute, with Reis Peggie heading in from a corner. Frustratingly, the referee had blown his whistle for a foul in the build-up, and the game remained goalless.
As well as New Dundas Park playing a pivotal role in the contest, the wind also contributed to the game. This was never clearer than on the stroke of half time where Reis Peggie slashed a cross across the face of goal, and it was carried away from every Fifer. That sent East Fife in level at the break.
The second half saw an upturn in East Fife urgency, playing quicker, and shifting the ball into more threatening areas. This led to East Fife’s opening goal when Andy Munro launched a header over the Bonnyrigg Rose backline and found Nathan Austin. Fash caught the ball well on his right foot, and lobbed Andrew McNeil to open the scoring. It was a much-needed goal, and particularly well taken on Fash’s weaker foot.
Bonnyrigg were under more pressure minutes after the restart, as Ryan Porteous saw red following a second bookable offence. His elbow on Reis Peggie left the official with no choice but to send him off.
This let East Fife control the remainder of the game, though Bonnyrigg did still look like they could pose a threat on the break.
This worry disappeared as the game drew to a close, with Adam Laaref doubling the East Fife lead in stoppage time. Laaref found a pocket of space and hit the ball on the swivel. He let his shot go and rattled it into the side netting eradicating all fear, securing the win for East Fife, keeping us hot on Peterhead’s tail.
Bonnyrigg Rose - McNeil, Mailer, Young, Sommerville (Hogg 86’), Connelly, Murphy, Arnott, Currie (Ferrie 65’), Aiken (Watson 72’), Ross, Porteous. Subs not used: Elliot, Lennon, Andrews.
East Fife - McFarlane, Murdoch (Higginbotham 90+1’), Easton, Peggie, Munro, Millar, McManus, Trouten, Healy (Laaref 78’), McKenna, Austin (Jones 81’). Subs not used: Fleming, Newton, Norey, Shepherd, Nicol, Bah.
Referee – Sean Murdoch
Attendance – 705
Report by Oli Anderson
Oli Anderson previews today’s match against Bonnyrigg Rose.
Last week’s defeat to Forfar Athletic saw the inroads that East Fife made a fortnight ago vanish, as Peterhead stretched their lead at the top of the William Hill League 2 to four points with just four games left to play. Reuben McAllister scored the first and only goal of the game inside ten minutes to clinch victory for the Loons. East Fife came close on a handful of occasions, but Marc McCallum was never truly tested in the Loons’ goal.
Today’s opposition are Bonnyrigg Rose, who are fighting for their lives at the bottom of the league. They find themselves six adrift, and their earlier points deduction now proving insignificant as the gap widens. They are coming off the back of a dismal result in the Highlands, where Peterhead put five past them, with New Zealander Oliver Colloty bagging a hattrick.
William Hill League 2 Table
| Team | Pld | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peterhead | 32 | 19 | 60 |
| 2 | East Fife | 32 | 23 | 56 |
| 3 | Edinburgh City | 32 | 9 | 52 |
| 4 | Elgin City | 32 | 4 | 49 |
| 5 | The Spartans | 32 | -1 | 46 |
| 6 | Stirling Albion | 32 | -4 | 44 |
| 7 | Stranraer | 32 | -4 | 37 |
| 8 | Clyde | 32 | -11 | 36 |
| 9 | Forfar Athletic | 32 | -11 | 33 |
| 10 | Bonnyrigg Rose | 32 | -24 | 27 |
Last Week’s League Results
Edinburgh City 2-1 Clyde
Elgin City 0-2 Stirling Albion
Forfar Athletic 1-0 East Fife
Peterhead 5-0 Bonnyrigg Rose
The Spartans 2-1 Stranraer
This Weekend’s Fixtures
Bonnyrigg Rose vs East Fife
Clyde vs Forfar Athletic
Edinburgh City vs Elgin City
Peterhead vs The Spartans
Stirling Albion vs Stranraer
The Form
The Fifers
Last week’s defeat sees East Fife with just six points from the last six games, with two wins, and four losses.
The 4-2 turnaround against The Spartans, and a 2-1 win in Hamilton against Clyde have been cancelled out by defeats against Stirling Albion, Edinburgh City (both away) and Stranraer (at home). Last week’s defeat in Forfar wraps up the last six.
Our Opposition
Bonnyrigg Rose are winless in the last six, picking up just one point. That point came in a 1-1 draw with Stirling Albion at New Dundas Park.
Bonnyrigg have had three defeats on the road, losing 3-1 at Ainslie Park against The Spartans and in Hamilton against Clyde, as well as last week’s 5-0 drubbing at Peterhead.
Their two home defeats came against Elgin City and Edinburgh City, with two 1-0 defeats.
Previous Encounter
East Fife 1-1 Bonnyrigg Rose
Saturday 15th February 2025
MGM Timber Bayview Stadium
A late Alan Trouten penalty rescued a point in Methil the last time that the two sides met. Cameron Ross scored right on the stroke of half time with a near post finish, cannoning the ball past McFarlane. A much improved second half saw us push for an equaliser, although when the chance came, it was in bizarre fashion. Callum Connolly, Bonnyrigg’s central midfielder, chose to punch the ball clear from a corner kick, leaving the referee with no choice but to point to the spot.
Squad News
Outs: Pat Slattery is the only confirmed absence as he remains out of the squad due to an ankle injury.
Ins: Alan Trouten’s return is looking likely, although a final decision will be made this morning.
Match Tickets
Please note that Bonnyrigg have a pay-at-the-gate system, where cash and card can be used. Prices for New Dundas Park can be found below:
Adults (17 - 65) - £15
Concessions (12 - 16, over 65s, disabled, carer) - £1
Youth (12 -16) - £5
Children U12s are free but must be accompanied by an adult
East Fife supporters should enter via gate D and chose either the seated stand behind the goals or the grass embankment to the right of the embankment to watch the match.
Gates open from 2pm.
Parking
There is no general parking available at New Dundas Park. Parking is available at Lasswade High School which is a 5-10 minute walk from the ground.
Live Stream
For our international fans, live streaming for the game will be available on EFTV, using a Monthly, or Annual Gold Pass. Your commentator will be Oli Anderson.
Club Colours
The Fifers will don the MPH Group sponsored home kit, wearing the famous black and gold striped top, with black shorts and socks. The East Fife goalkeeper will be in sky blue for the match.
Officials
The referee this afternoon will be Sean Murdoch, with his assistants Cameron Telfer and Tommi Kerr running the lines.
As Sir Alex Ferguson famously once said, “it’s squeaky bum time”. Twelve points remain on offer, and with Peterhead’s impressive form, it looks like all twelve will be required if we want to see the League Trophy in Methil.
Ooh to be a… Fifer!