Brechin City Football Club

Glebe Park, Brechin, Angus DD9 6BJ

Tel : 01356 623344
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News - 13 December 2021

Match Preview | Darvel v Brechin City - By Steven Mew

Having passed a pitch inspection this afternoon, it looks to be third time lucky for City's trip to Darvel for the Scottish Cup 3rd round replay tomorrow evening.

The sides played out a 1-1 draw in front of the BBC cameras at Glebe Park just over two weeks ago, with David Cox cancelling out a first half opener from ex-City loanee Jordan Kirkpatrick.

Both sides go into the replay knowing that a trip to face Championship side Arbroath awaits.

TEAM NEWS
After missing the initial tie at Glebe Park through injury, City are set to welcome back experienced midfielder Michael Paton to the squad. Andy Kirk will continue to be without Cammie Ross who is cup-tied whilst Luc Bollan continues to be sidelined through injury.

MANAGERS COMMENTS
Speaking on the initial tie against Darvel at Glebe Park, Manager Andy Kirk said, "I think a draw was a fair result to be honest. In the first 15-20 minutes there wasn't much between the teams but Darvel started to get a hold of the game and got their goal, at that stage they were the better team going into half time.

"At half time we spoke about increasing the intensity as I didn't think we were particularly great in the first half and we didn't move the ball the way we normally do.

"Without being brilliant, the second half was much better but there is much more to come from us in the replay hopefully. On the night I don't think anyone can argue that a draw was the fair result."


Looking ahead to tomorrow's match, Andy said, "There is nothing to fear. Darvel are a good side with a lot of experience and technically gifted players in the team. It will be a strong test and they will be confident but likewise if we put in the right performance we can get a result.

"We know what's awaiting us in the next round if we are fortunate enough to get there, but our full focus is on tomorrow night."


ADMISSION INFORMATION
Admission prices have been agreed at £10 for adults, £5 for concessions and Under 12's FREE. Kick off is 7:45pm.

SUPPORTERS BUS TRAVEL
The Supporters Club are running a bus to the game which will leave St Ninian's Square at 4pm. The cost of the bus is just £10 per person so get yourselves booked on to back the team! To book your spot, please text 07740 856565 or e-mail dwalker@brechincity.com. Those with vouchers from last Saturdays postponed game can redeem these tomorrow.

MATCH OFFICIALS
The match referee is Graham Grainger, assisted by Kevin McElhinney and Andrew McWilliam.