Edinburgh City v Forfar Athletic – Match Preview

Meadowbank Stadium in the Capital City is the venue for the ‘Loons’ travelling support on Saturday, Edinburgh City the opponents in yet another vital William Hill League2 contest for all concerned with Forfar Athletic. Following last week’s disappointing display against Bonnyrigg, the Athies though within striking distance, have still not managed to get over the finishing line in regard to the confirming their SPFL status for next season.

Manager Jim Weir though trusts his players to put last week’s ninety minutes behind them for what he admits will obviously be a tough encounter against a home side seemingly set for League1 end of season play-off action. Jim and his management team are hopeful and confident that the performance against Bonnyrigg though a major blip, so strange in nature after an excellent run of results was a one off.

The ‘Loons’ players have two massive games in front of them and the manager is confident that despite their opponents fine form all season, a positive result and performance can be achieved with the right end product tomorrow. Naturally the squad and the backroom staff not to mention the fans are feeling the pressure but Jim has full confidence in his players to get the task in hand completed.

Stuart Morrison with his hamstring problem is the only definite absentee, though Jim may well decide to ‘shuffle his pack’ for the ninety minutes ahead.

The Capital City outfit sit third in the table despite a 2-0 reverse at Stranraer last week, that lofty league placing made almost certain with victories earlier in the month at home to Elgin and Clyde, former ‘Loons’ striker Ouzy Zee amongst the goals for Michael McIndoe’s side. The ‘Loons’ have failed to pick up a point so far this campaign against Saturday’s opponents, so no better time to ‘break the duck’ and alleviate any last day nerves.

The referee tomorrow will be former SPFL player Jamie McCunnie who will be handling a ‘Loons’ competitive fixture for the first time.

Forfar Athletic supporters should note that admission to the Meadowbank Stadium is by pre-purchased ticket only. They are available to purchase on the official Edinburgh City website.

Prices are as follows;
Adults £15
Concessions £10
Under 12’s £5

Away fans are allocated sections A&B of the stand, with access also available to a hard standing area at the east end of the seated area.

Entry via the east gate of the ground.

Saturday’s other League2 fixtures;- Bonyrigg Rose v Spartans, Elgin City v Stranraer, Peterhead v East Fife, Stirling Albion v Clyde