@ScotRail
Switch to buses where possible 👍
Ive done nearly 200 train trips since November 2022. That will change when this kicks in.
I’ll think twice about using Scotrail when it isn’t for work. Overpriced, unreliable, lacking carriages (2 carriage trains still a thing). The staff work
Finding out last week I’m at risk of redundancy put me on a massive downer. I needed something to pick me up, so I forced myself to go out tonight and that match has certainly done the trick. Football really is the best cure when life hits you hard. One of the best games I’ve
It was worth the trip to Methil tonight to watch Fife Cup action. It has got me thinking though; I didn’t always have the confidence I have now to just book a hotel and hop on a 2 hour bus on my own to watch a football match but from pushing myself outside of my comfort zone it
Happy New Year when it comes folks.
Thanks to everyone across Fife and surrounding areas who has made me feel so welcome since I moved across the bridge. Whether it be kindly giving me a lift to games, giving me directions, speaking to me or watching games with me. You know who
@cllr_aston
@hatuk28
Massive respect. My dad was a paramedic for 33 years in Edinburgh. It’s a tough job which deserves more respect than it gets but people do appreciate what you do. I could count on one hand the number of times I saw my dad on xmas day because of his work before he retired but I
Another great trip in the bag. Really enjoyed yesterday. Some people probably think I am off my head hopping club to club for games but it is something I really enjoy doing these days.
Update: Job situation now sorted and I have a replacement job lined up now. The last 8 weeks have been really hard but I’m just glad I’m no longer at risk of redundancy but feel sad for those who are. Thanks to everyone for all the support, especially when I’ve not been entirely
Finding out last week I’m at risk of redundancy put me on a massive downer. I needed something to pick me up, so I forced myself to go out tonight and that match has certainly done the trick. Football really is the best cure when life hits you hard. One of the best games I’ve
Netherlands 🇳🇱was a blast. First time seeing
@HibernianFC
play abroad ✈️, it was a friendly but still a dream come true. Lovely people in Utrecht & Amsterdam, relaxed vibes with no hassle.
@PAOK_FC
🇬🇷brought a decent support with them (many from 🇩🇪Frankfurt & Dusseldorf
FT:
@KeltyHeartsFC
1-4
@StirlingUniFC
2nd half demolition job from the Uni who made Kelty Hearts look like they were the non league side. Jeanes & McKinley opened their accounts on the scoresheet before Service grabbed his brace. Kelty Hearts struggled to deal with the visitors
Everyone is entitled to their opinion on
@OGBroomhill_FC
. Here is mine...
On & off social media I was in favour of
@opengoalsport
's project to try to take Broomhill FC to new levels & give the Lowland League increased exposure.
I've seen OGB 8 times this season & definitely
Things that help me stay on top of things with my mental health…
Routine: normally it centres around football games but I always try to lookahead and have things to look forward to. Even recording the podcast weekly gives me something to look forward to.
Interaction: friends
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ THIS FRIDAY ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We welcome
@TheBravesFC
to Christie Gillies Park this Friday night.
Nothing better than football under the lights.
Tickets via
@Fanbase_clubs
or pay at the gate👍
#togetherwecandoit
Has a great time visiting
@TranentJRs_FC
today. Very friendly people and a great ground/set-up.
The pies are incredible. I firmly put them in the same bracket as
@DunbarUtd
&
@KilmarnockFC
. If there was a Champions League for football pies, the Big T would be in amongst it.
448 at Meggetland tonight for
@Tynecastle_FC
vs
@sauchieofficial
@ScottishHop2023
adding a nice boost to attendance. Great to hear different accents & everyone enjoying watching competitive non-league football.
It is clear football still thrives at this level & long may it
Congratulations to
@spartansfc
on securing the Pyramid Play Off spot. They've been untouchable for months & fully deserve to be where they are. Hard work certainly pays off. Well done to all involved with the club.
@TranentJRs_FC
have had a fantastic season which deserves a
Prior to kick off tonight, I decided to have a closer look at
@Rosyth_FC
previous (and now abandoned) home ground Recreation Park. As it is local to me, I walk past it quite regularly but hadn’t properly checked it out until now.
@EastScotlandFA
@fife_football
Hey folks. I am here.
Thanks to those reached out to me or through other people. I am totally fine, social media was taking too much of my free time.
I’ve still been going to loads of games but I am now enjoying it more without taking photos and posting during match.
I've covered a fair bit of ground in Scotland this season on my travels. 🗺️
Not bad for a guy that rely's on public transport! 🚍🚆
Hoping to visit a few new grounds before the season ends. 🏟️
Via
@FutbologyApp
FT:
@OakleyUnited
3-3
@thistle_c
As far as midweek games go, that was definitely up there as one of the most entertaining I’ve ever seen. Armadale were in the lead three times tonight and Oakley fought back to equalise three times. The football on display was terrific as
Enjoyed my visit to
@EastScotlandFA
side
@OfficialCJFC
. Carmuirs Park is as stunning as the photos I’d seen had suggested. A proper football ground with plenty of character. The pitch was immaculate, it looked as smooth as a snooker table cloth. Plenty of good vantage points
Struck gold with the latest
@classicshirts
Bench themed mystery box. 📦
Diadora
@ASRomaEN
training bomber jacket is a thing of beauty! 😍
@intermilan
scarf is ace too. I go daft for anything Italian. Class.
New macaroni pies at
@TranentJRs_FC
Pie Hut are incredible. Best mac pie I've ever had. Tranent always set the bar high with catering. Different class.
10/10
Tonight will be my 9th and final trip to Starks Park this season. Taking me to a total of 128 matches in the 2023/24 season. Some of the best matches (and goals) I’ve seen have been under the lights at Starks Park.
When I moved to Fife last year I made a pledge to myself to back
Goalkeepers sometimes get overlooked in games but special mention tonight for
@PrestonAthletic
's Sam Gray.I thought he was absolutely outstanding in the sticks again.Pulled off countless point-blank saves & really showed off his ability & composure every time he was tested.
Moving to Fife in a couple of months. 🌉
New ground-hopping adventures over the bridge will be on the cards but I'll still be back and forth to Edinburgh when I can. 🚆
Planning to launch a regular
#nonleague
football podcast before the Scottish Summer kicks in. 🎙️
It is always ace when you notice youth players you’ve watched from 20s playing senior football . I noticed Rui Black playing for
@hwufc
tonight as
#6
, a player I rated very highly at
@SpartansFC
. Had a great game and played a big role tonight. Great to see.
“Rosyth FC: More than a football club.”
My new blog is now LIVE. The 1st article is on my local team
@Rosyth_FC
with mentions of
@RosythFC_20s
&
@oakley_academy
Hope you all enjoy this. Shares are appreciated.
FT:
@WeeJambos
1-3
@OfficialCColts
Dominant 2nd half performance from Cumbernauld Colts, Reg McLaren scored a screamer to double the visitors lead. Colts looked very comfortable with a two goal lead until they got caught on the break with Friel pulling a goal back with half an
FT:
@TranentJRs_FC
3-2
@heartsbteam
Tranent needed a big 2nd half and they went for it. Incredible comeback to turn a 2 goal deficit into a 3-2 lead. Full of heart and determination:unbelievable.
@BIGTBOIS
were the extra man, singing all game. Great atmosphere
@OfficialSLFL
FT:
@spartansfc
3-1
@RFC_Youth
Another serving of class football. Spartans steered clear with clinical finishes from Tapping & Armstrong. The Gers weren't by any means bad, quite the opposite infact but Spartans were superb & thoroughly deserved their victory.
@OfficialSLFL
1st full season using
@FutbologyApp
, here are my stats!
I never aimed to go to as many matches as that but it became a habit (a good one) and I was able to cover a-lot of ground.
I'll be returning to my favourite places next season but also visiting new grounds as I bring
FT:
@CowdenbeathFC
0-2
@BonessUnited_FC
Cowdenbeath tried to be more creative after the break and had a few chances but Bo’ness Utd looked comfortable. As the game went on the referee made it more about him dishing out yellow cards for fun and continually stopping play. Fair
Thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to
@LochgellyAlbert
. Fantastic set-up, with plenty of scenic views. Very friendly people, felt welcome from the moment I walked in. Superb catering at Café Albert; so good infact I couldn’t stop myself buying a 2nd scotch pie in the 2nd half.
FT:
@TranentJRs_FC
2-2
@RFC_Youth
A second half full of controversy due to very dodgy refereeing. Rangers hit the post twice, then had a shot cleared off the line. Straight red for Tranent which was never a sending off. Penalty to Rangers in last minute but terrific save.
You know you’ve picked a good game when there is a
@Fitba_daft
programme on sale! 📖
Despite the train issues post-match I had a fantastic time visiting
@LinlithgowRose
again. Great set-up on and off the pitch. I’ll definitely go to the social club earlier next time. The match
FT:
@LinlithgowRose
1-5
@BonessAthletic
Plenty of action in the 2nd half as Bo’ness went looking for more goals and Rose tried to find a lifeline. Weir grabbed his 2nd as the visitors extended their lead to five. Fair play to Linlithgow Rose who kept the head and still battled
It might be the fact I’m getting older (or more mature…) but I think I’ve enjoyed watching football more over the last few years by not being so emotional about it. It used to be the way of it that a bad result could ruin a day out or even a weekend if I was over invested in it
I had a fantastic time at
@csstrollers
today. The hospitality was incredible, the club went over and above. Me & the guys had the best day out. Absolutely first class from start to finish. Strollers have been amazing to me since my first time & it is an honour and a privilege to
Pre-ordered
@LeithAthleticFC
Limited Edition "Paolozzi" themed shirt!
One of the best football shirts I've seen in 2023 and all for a very good cause too!
"All proceeds go towards launching our women’s and girl’s teams into the league system. "
Pre-order:
FT:
@csstrollers
1-2
@FalkirkFC
Falkirk had to work harder in the 2nd half and came out desperately looking for an equaliser. For large spells the Bairns passed the ball around but were lacking an end product. Strollers were a constant threat at counter attacking and had chances
Epic Steak & Haggis pie at
@NittenStar1890
They've knocked it out of the park. Absolutely incredible. Crammed full of filling with plenty of flavour & perfect pastry. Would smash another one right now!
10/10 all day.
@stephenreside
@TRNSMTfest
Sounds like you gave valuable feedback rather than complaining and they made good use of it 👍
In 2024, everyone should be able to enjoy any live events without issues.
FT:
@HutchisonVale
3-0
@KinnoullFC
Goals from Chisholm & Muir put the game beyond reach for their opponents. Hutchie were impressive with their constant attacking threat and gave Kinnoull a-lot of problems.Kinnoull’s keeper pulled off several saves to keep the score down
From the kingdom to the Big T…
Whispers scoops then Monday night football under the lights at Foresters Park. Can’t wait!
@TranentFC
vs
@PrestonAthletic
(Friendly)
FT:
@livingstonwfc
4-2
@stjwfc
The 1st half was good, but the 2nd half was even better. Evans headed in a third for the Lionesses from a McKay cross and the game looked all but wrapped up but the Saints spurred a late comeback. Simson pulled one back for Saints before impact
FT:
@LinlithgowRose
2-3
@whitburnjunior
Linlithgow Rose came out better in the 2nd half, reducing the deficit to give themselves a lifeline. Tempers then started to flair up as frustration kicked in, with Rose reduced to 10 men for a red card. Both teams went searching for a
What a game to watch for a fiver. There is alot of hype around the Montrose womens team &
@BTFC07
gave them a very difficult afternoon. I thought Thistle were absolutely outstanding in every position today. Fully deserved the win, putting on a show for everyone in attendance.
FT:
@hawshob
3-5
@LocheeUnitedJFC
Turned out to be a cracking night for football at Keir’s Park. Lochee Utd looked fantastic going forward in the first half and made quick work of Haws to go five nil up, most teams would have given up the ghost at that point but Haws looked more
FT:
@MusselburghAth
1-1
@HaddAth
Competitive 2nd half with plenty of goal mouth action but some great shots saved to keep the score down. Haddington battled hard to get back into the game & pulled off an impressive equaliser when Aitchison's lobbed header found its way into the
Despite looking like it has been burned alive, the Kebab pies at Hampden on Saturday were actually pretty good but still nowhere near as good as what non league clubs offer.
FT:
@swifts_fc
1-2
@LuncartyFC
Action packed 2nd half. The game needed a goal badly to liven it up and Luncarty were battering the Swifts goal relentlessly for long periods with Swift’s keeper Brown pulling off multiple great saves to keep them at bay. Eventually Luncarty got a
FT:
@dbjc1938
4-4
@CowdenbeathFC
(Cowdenbeath win 6-5 on Penalties)
What an incredible game of football to watch under the lights. Cowdenbeath came back from 2-1 down to lead 4-2. It looked like they would see out the game but a late comeback was on the cards for Bluebell who
We live in a society where we are already restricted in what we can say and what we can do.
Creative freedom is so important. People should be allowed to express themselves in a way that makes them happy without harming other people. Whether it be writing, playing music, making
One of my favourite things about going to Meggetland is the 'behind the goals' set-up. A fantastic modern bar & the ability to drink a pint outside with a view from the terrace.
Great start to the weekend watching a cracking football match surrounded by good people.
Finally got my hands on one of the much sought after Donner Pies at
@BonnyriggRose
🥧
Was it worth waiting & missing kick off?Quite simply... YES! 🤌
Incredible. 10/10 without question. Wow. 👏
FT:
@TheShireFC
2-3
@CowdenbeathFC
The first half was good, the second half didn’t disappoint either. The tempo changed for Cowdenbeath when Calum
Elliot brought on McLaughlin & Docherty; Cowdenbeath looked more lively and it gave them more attacking options. Another goal at
HT:
@spartansfc
4-0
@StirlingUniFC
Unbelievable performance from Spartans in the 1st half. Two early goals gave the hosts an early cushion, then two more goals before half time put this game pretty much out of reach for the visitors but you never know.
@OfficialSLFL
FT:
@CowdenbeathFC
4-2
@KilmarnockFC
B
Cowdenbeath were hard done by to be behind at half time but certainly didn’t let their heads go down after the break. Killie tried to make things tick but they were lacking conviction in the final third. Cowdenbeath kept battling away and
FT:
@PrestonAthletic
5-2
@LeithAthleticFC
End to end football, chances galore with Preston Athletic's Cami Laidlaw grabbing an impressive hat-trick. 7 goals, 1 penalty, 2 red cards. This match had literally everything today & it was an honour to sponsor it.
@EastScotlandFA