Preview: Berwick Rangers v Annan Athletic – SPFL Ladbrokes League Two
The ‘Gers will be looking to build on an improved performance against Stirling on Saturday to ensure that they don’t miss out on the points once more as they take on Annan Athletic in a rearranged fixture.
Berwick could lift themselves off the bottom of League Two with a win, though East Stirlingshire have the chance to protect their 9th placed position away at Arbroath tomorrow night.
Steven Notman is set to make his 200th appearance for the club
Berwick Rangers Team News:
Midfielder Steven Notman will be looking to celebrate his 200th appearance in Black and Gold with what would be a vital three points tomorrow, the ‘Gers mainstay hitting the landmark in what is his 8th season playing for the club.
The ‘Gers will be bolstered by the return of Jonny Fairbairn, the defender having completed a two game suspension for a red card received in a 2-1 defeat in Elgin.
John Coughlin may also once again include a young trialist forward who featured from the bench at the weekend.
However Berwick will be without Hibernian youngster Jordan McGregor after the defender saw red at the weekend for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity.
Annan Athletic Team News:
Annan manager Jim Chapman will be without defender Ryan Finnie, who recently agreed a termination of his deal to pursue full-time football, having made 17 appearances for the club.
It was a busy January for Chapman though, who replaced Finnie with former Arbroath and Forfar defender Kevin Nicoll, whilst adding former Doncaster Rovers forward Lewis Guy from Chorley FC to bolster his frontline.
The away side also utilised the loan market. Celtic youngster Jack Breslin rejoined the club for another loan after impressing in the latter half of last season at Galabank, midfielder Ben Jago joined on loan from Tranmere Rovers, and striker Jordan Morton arrived from Airdrie in another loan move.
Match Admission:
Admission is as normal for the clash, with special hospitality prices still available (must be booked in advance).
Adults – £12
Concessions – £6
Special hospitality prices:
Adult Season Ticket Holders – £10
Concession Season Ticket Holders – £15
Non-Season Ticket Holders – £20
Included in the price of a hospitality ticket is a seat in the enclosed director’s box for the match, a buffet, a match programme & teamsheet and complimentary tea or coffee at half-time.
To book your spot in the box, call Lyndsay on 01289 307 424 or 07757 723 093, or alternatively email club@berwickrangers.com. Group booking are also available and encouraged!
Match Odds:
SPFL sponsors Ladbrokes fancy the away side to return across the Borders with all three points, pricing Annan as slight favourites for the clash.
Berwick Rangers – 17/10
Draw – 14/5
Annan Athletic – 6/5
Match Officials:
David Munro will take charge of the clash at Shielfield, and will be assisted by Duncan Smith & Colin Whyte.
