East Fife vs Arbroath – Preview by Oli Anderson
MGM Timber Bayview Stadium, Methil | 
Saturday 29th November | 🕒 Kick-off: 3:00pm
⚔️ The Challenge Ahead
We have to put last weekend’s disappointing defeat against Montrose behind us today, as we turn to the Scottish Cup, where we will face Championship opposition in Arbroath at the MGM Timber Bayview Stadium. The Red Lichties have a similar trajectory as us this season, in the league above, as Arbroath are also a newly promoted side, who have started the season well, and find themselves in the playoff places at this early stage in the season. Not unlike the Fifers, Arbroath are also aiming higher, looking to continue to progress in the league rather than rest on the laurels of a strong start.
🔁 Recent Encounters
- The sides last met in 2022 in the Scottish Challenge Cup, with Arbroath the winning side on the day. Jack Healy scored late but it was only a consolation in the end as the Lichties ran out 2-1 winners.
- East Fife’s last victory over Arbroath dates back to 2017. Bobby Linn scored early for Arborath, but a second half brace for Chris Duggan and a third goal from Mark Lamont meant that East Fife won comfortably, despite being down to ten men.
🕰️ Upcoming Fixtures
- 6th December vs ICT (3pm KO)
- 9th December @ Elgin City (KO 7.45pm)
- 13th December @ Cove Rangers (3pm KO)
🚑 Squad News
❌ Out
Injured: Adam Laaref continues to miss out with his knee injury.
Doubtful: This afternoon looks to come too soon for Rob Jones.
Ineligible: Dundee United and Annan Athletic have not granted permission neither Ruairidh Adams nor Tommy Goss to play this afternoon.
✅ In
U20s: Kobie Thomson, Jaiden Fairley, Hayden Wilson, James Linton and Daniel Bell have all been called up to the first team squad.
Eligible: Sam Culbert and Lewis Latona have been granted permission to play by parent club Livingston.
Possible: Nathan Austin could return this afternoon. Ewan McLeod is also available, though parent club Dunfermline Athletic will make a final decision on his fitness.
🎟️ Match Tickets
Tickets (online purchase encouraged):
- Adults: £20
- Over 65s: £16
- Under 16s: £5
❗Season tickets are not valid for today’s match and the community gate will not be in operation.
🟡East Fife: Sections A–D
⚫Arbroath: Sections G-K
Turnstiles will be open from 2.00pm this afternoon.
📺 Live Streaming
The game can be viewed on East Fife TV for our international supporters, using a monthly or annual Gold Pass. Today’s commentator is Daniel Hughes.
There is no live streaming option for viewers within the UK and Ireland this weekend.
👕 Club Colours
The Fifers will be in our traditional colours, of the MPH Group sponsored Black and gold home shirt with black shorts and socks. Our goalkeeper will be in turquoise for the clash.
Arbroath will be in their away kit of a white shirt with maroon shorts and white socks. The Lichties goalkeeper will wear all red for today’s tie.
🧑⚖️ Match Officials
The referee for Saturday will be Graham Grainger. His assistants will be Steven Traynor and Calum Haswell.
🍻 The Fun Bits
💛Today’s Guests of Honour is Davie Clarke who will be joined by long-time coaching colleague Danny Hendrie. Fans are welcome to meet him post-match in the club bar.
🍺 Club Bar: Open from 2:15 pm. Enjoy a drink (or several!) before kick-off.
📖 The Bayview – Issue #11 A Bumper 48-page issue of The Bayview will be on sale outside the ground, in the club shop and online for £3. The programme features an interview with Under 20s graduate Jaiden Fairley.
🏪 Club Shop: Open from 1:45 pm
- 🎟️ Half-Time Draw Tickets: Available for £1
‘Mon the Fife! 🖤💛
