Forfar go into the crucial SD2 match with a number of injury worries. David Lowing and Scott Taylor are certain absentees with long term injuries. Mathu King is suffering with a hamstring injury and Paul Lunan had to be substituted in last week's match due to dizziness, however both have a decent chance of being fit.

Alan Rattray will definately miss out, as the Loons skipper is serving the final match of his suspension.

Arbroath will be without John McAulay, who was stretchered off in last week's trip to Dumbarton with an ankle injury. Paul Browne is another certain absentee for Steve Kirk's side, whereas Andy Cargill is expected to play with a slight knock. Other than that, the Lichties can boast a clean bill of health.

Saturday 12th March will see Forfar and Arbroath meet for the first time in four days, in what promises to be a thrilling derby double header. The first meeting between the Angus rivals, played at Gayfield, ended 0-0. The next match was set to take part over the festive period, but poor weather lead to the match being postponed (it will now take place next Tuesday).

Arbroath are battling against relegation, whereas Forfar are sitting just outside the promotion places. The Lichties haven't scored a goal for a worrying 400 minutes. The Loons have notched up four wins from their last six outings. However, form trends and statistics go out the window for local derbies.

For the Arbroath view, pay Red Lichties Mad a visit.