Match Preview - Cove Rangers

We travel to the Balmoral Stadium today to face Cove Rangers for our final match of 2021. Cove currently sit top of cinch League One on 37 points.

Squad News

There are no fresh injury concerns for Manager Stevie Crawford with only long-term absentees Danny Swanson and Mikey Cunningham expected to be missing through injury. Both Danny and Mikey have now returned to light training but are not expected to feature until after New Year.

Team Colours

East Fife will be in our 3^rd choice all-red kit today.

Cove Rangers will be in their traditional home colours of all-blue.

Match Tickets

In line with the latest Government guidance, a maximum capacity of will be enforced at the Balmoral Stadium today. Tickets must be purchased in advance, there will be no pay-at-the-gate option and the ticket office will not be open. There are no available tickets for this game.

Safety Measures

Although proof of a negative test is not required for entry, supporters are encouraged to take a Lateral Flow Test before arriving at the stadium. Supporters are also encouraged to wear face coverings whilst in crowded areas.

Live Streaming

Those unable to attend today’s game can watch the match live on CRFC TV for £12. Coverage will begin at 14:30PM BST. Due to UEFA blocked hours this match is not available to viewers in England. The match can be purchased here.

Matchday Programme

Cove Rangers offer a free online programme. The latest edition of UnCOVEred can be viewed here.

New Date for Falkirk Match

Our cinch League One home match against Falkirk that was abandoned on Saturday (18^th December) has been rearranged for Saturday 22^nd January 2022.

All tickets purchased for the original tie will be valid for the rearranged game.

Andrew Osei-Bonsu Departs Bayview

The club can confirm that Andrew Osei-Bonsu has been released from his contract which was due to expire next month.

Andrew made 11 appearances for the club since signing in September.

Manager Stevie Crawford commented: “Things haven't worked out as expected for Andy at East Fife. I didn't see him as part of my plans in the longer term and with his contract expiring in January, we felt it was only fair to allow him the opportunity to find another club as soon as possible.”

Everyone at the club would like to wish him all the best in the future and thank him for his efforts.

Collection for Levenmouth Foodbank

As Christmas approaches at the end of a difficult year, Levenmouth Foodbank are busier than ever. The Club would like to support this amazing community initiative by facilitating a collection organised is Isla and Andy English at this weekend’s home fixture v Falkirk. We would ask that fans consider making a donation of food (see list below) or cash to allow the foodbank to purchase good they are short of.

Donations can be made from 1.30-3.00pm at the side door of Bayview (behind the club shop). All donations will be greatly appreciated and will help ensure that local people do not go hungry over the festive period.

Shopping list

Baked beans

Tinned meat (meatballs, hot dogs, mince, curry, chilli, chicken etc.)

Tinned fish

Custard

Coffee (small jar)

Jam

Biscuits

UHT milk

Tinned carrots

Diluting juice (small)

Tinned potatoes

Tom Irvine

The club is saddened to confirm the passing of our friend & colleague Tom Irvine yesterday.

Tom helped at the club for a number of years as safety officer and until illness prevented him from carrying out these duties.

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.