Usually I don’t like to reflect on my previous week’s Lowland LeaguebWeekly because, as literally nobody who knows me will tell you, I’m like a shark. I’m constantly moving forward, unwilling to look back upon the bloodied predictions and statements that I leave in my wake.
But honestly last weekend was just WILD wasn’t it? Everything I suggested came up completely incorrect and I can only apologise for/be delighted by the unpredictability of the Park’s Motor Group Scottish Lowland Football League.
It’s a slightly reduced card of fixtures this weekend but there are some absolute bangers amongst them. Let’s take a look ahead, shall we…
Hearts B vs Gala Fairydean Rovers
Hearts B come into this one on the back of an encouraging 2-1 win over East Stirlingshire last weekend, but Gala Fairydean Rovers keep picking up points when people don’t expect them to. Expect this one to be an open match with plenty of goals on both sides.
We’ve already established that you shouldn’t listen to me, but either way it’s going to be a nice way to spend your Friday evening.
Berwick Rangers vs Cowdenbeath
Berwick Rangers will count themselves unlucky to have lost their clash with University of Stirling last weekend, making it fives matches without a victory.
Cowdenbeath won a fantastic 3 points as they beat Gretna 2008 2-1 to further allay any fears of being dragged into the danger zone.
However, for their hosts, thoughts of the drop will be keenly felt at Shielfield Park as Gala Fairydean Rovers and Broomhill are only four points behind them.
Caledonian Braves vs Albion Rovers
You might not call this one a local derby but I would and I’m the one writing the weekly column, so enjoy your derby Braves and Rovers fans!
And Neutrals… because it’s this weekend’s Neutral’s Pick!
Caledonian Braves come into this one with a big ol’ tick against their season’s objectives after smashing East Kilbride flat last weekend to reignite the title race. Their 4-1 victory will need to be the start of something special though, if they’re to chase down Kilby’s games in hand.
Albion Rovers conspired to lose 2-1 to lowly Cumbernauld Colts last weekend and they’ll come into this one knowing that their top 6 hopes in the Park’s Motor Group Lowland League could fade quickly if they let results like this creep in too often.
Gretna 2008 vs University of Stirling
Go to Gretna this weekend if you’re at a loose end. This has the makings of a wee cracker of a match. One point separates the sides and both play some enjoyable football.
Could be the move.
Linlithgow Rose vs Bo’ness United
This is going to be a cracker as 4th meet 8th in the Park’s Motor Group Lowland Football League!
Rose got back to winning ways last weekend with a narrow 1-0 victory over Tranent, giving them a 7 point cushion over the Big T. Two wins and two draws in their last five though mean that Linlithgow Rose’s form is a wee bit up and down.
Bo’ness United drew with Gala Fairydean Rovers last weekend and will be disappointed that they couldn’t heap more pressure on Albion Rovers who currently sit above them in the table.
This’ll be a good one with plenty of bite and likely a lovely big crowd.
Tranent vs Broxburn Athletic
Two sides who have inexplicably gone off the boil in the last wee while meet at Foresters Park. Tranent have now lost five matches on the spin and will be looking around for some kind of hope going into this weekend.
They might have been buoyed by Broxburn’s own struggles with them getting hosed and losing three on the bounce. That might be arrested somewhat with a 4-0 victory over Broomhill last weekend and talismanic striker Errol Douglas finding his scoring boots again.
East Kilbride vs Celtic
League leaders East Kilbride got a bucket of cold water last weekend as they suffered a 4-1 defeat at the hands of 2nd placed Caledonian Braves. They’ll be aiming to pick things back up as they take on 3rd placed Celtic B this weekend at K Park.
Celtic B are just two points behind and will be looking to put another marker down in the title race. Could be a fascinating match!
