MATCH PREVIEW: Stenhousemuir vs Forfar Athletic
By Robbie Forsyth
Updated Friday, 29th August 2003
All the team news, betting odds and statistics ahead of tomorrow's crucial match. Loons Mad reports.
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Bell's Division 2. Ochilview. 30rd August 2003, 3pm. |
Betting Odds With JCs Kirriemuir |
| Stenhousemuir 1-0 Forfar: | 7/1 | Stenhousemuir 0-1 Forfar: | 15/2 | | Stenhousemuir 2-0 Forfar: | 9/1 | Stenhousemuir 0-2 Forfar: | 12/1 | | Stenhousemuir 2-1 Forfar: | 8/1 | Stenhousemuir 1-2 Forfar: | 10/1 | | Stenhousemuir 3-0 Forfar: | 22/1 | Stenhousemuir 0-3 Forfar: | 33/1 | | Stenhousemuir 3-1 Forfar: | 20/1 | Stenhousemuir 1-3 Forfar: | 25/1 | | Stenhousemuir 3-2 Forfar: | 25/1 | Stenhousemuir 2-3 Forfar: | 28/1 | | Stenhousemuir 0-0 Forfar: | 15/2 | Stenhousemuir 1-1 Forfar: | 5/1 | | Stenhousemuir 2-2 Forfar: | 12/1 | | |
First Forfar goalscorer:
| Tosh | 7/2 | Shields | 3/1 | | Byers | 6/1 | Sellars | 11/2 | | Davidson | 7/1 | | | | Lowing | 12/1 | Lunan | 10/1 | | | Other players on request. | |
| | | | | Forfar to win by: | | | | | | | | | Two goals or more 5/1 One goal 4/1 | | | | | | | |
| Tosh 1st scorer in 1-0 Forfar win | 20/1 | | Shields 1st scorer in 2-1 Forfar win | 25/1 | | | | Less than 2 goals in the match | 5/2 | | More than 2 goals in the match | 4/6 | | Exactly 2 goals in the match | 5/2 | | Angus trio (Wins for Forfar, Montrose & Arbroath) | 14/1 |
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How To Bet |
Do any of the above odds tempt you, or do you just fancy a flutter - why not make tomorrow's game a bit more exciting? The above odds will be available at JCs Bookmakers, Glengate, Kirriemuir. Or, if Kirrie is out of reach, you can open an account by e-mailing james.christie3@BTOpenworld.com or by phoning 0157 5575625. |
Team News |
Alan Rattray is a major loss to Forfar, who is extremely unlikely to make the starting line up after picking up a knock.
Kevin Byers is also out, after his red card against Airdrie United was classified as violent conduct.
There are a number of doubts, as the midweek action looks to be taking its toll. David Stewart, David McClune and Barry Sellars will all be given late fitness tests.
Paul Tosh is expected to continue his recovery and make the starting line-up, alongside Paul Shields.
Stenhousemuir are without Murray McDowell, who left the club last week to start a new life in Spain. However, John McVeigh has brought in Forfar's ex loan signing, Steve Mallan. |
Other News |
The last time Forfar visited Ochilview, Ray Stewart's troups came away with an impressive 4-1 victory over their hosts. A similar scoreline would be welcome, on the back of Tuesday's disappointment.
Stenhousemuir were able to release Colin Waldie, showing the depth of their midfield. One to watch will be free-kick specialist Mark Booth.
There will be no shortage of ex-Loons taking the field for Stenhousemuir on Saturday. Steve Mallan, Brian McCloy and Craig Tully are all on the Warriors' books.
Saturday's referee will be James Downie. He will be assisted by Euan Norris and Alan Hogg.
For the Stenhousemuir view, pay www.stenhousemuirfc.com a visit. |
Current Form |
Forfar Athletic | Stenhousemuir |
| WWLDL | -LLLD |
Previous Meetings (02/03 League Matches) |
Stenhousemuir | 1-4 | Forfar Athletic |
Forfar Athletic | 3-3 | Stenhousemuir |
Stenhousemuir | 2-1 | Forfar Athletic |
Forfar Athletic | 1-0 | Stenhousemuir |