Match Report


Raith RoversRaith Rovers     Stirling AlbionStirling Albion
Computer Player Computer Player Computer Player Computer Player
Callum HopkinC. Hopkin47
G
1
G
62Alec MckinlayA. Mckinlay
Paul GemmellP. Gemmell43
D
2
D
59Gavin McinnesG. Mcinnes
Neil MeiklejohnN. Meiklejohn42
D
3
D
54Gerhard HässlerG. Hässler
Colin HendryC. Hendry36
D
4
D
54John NaysmithJ. Naysmith
Dominic BurleyD. Burley50
M
5
M
50Callum GemmellC. Gemmell
Matt DickovM. Dickov45
M
6
M
49Scott JamesS. James
Alex InglisA. Inglis40
M
7
M
45Craig LawC. Law
Billy HansenB. Hansen39
M
8
M
45Norman JacobsN. Jacobs
Gary TelferG. Telfer48
A
captain9captain
A
55Garry NaysmithG. Naysmith
John NaysmithJ. Naysmith46
A
10
A
54Scott BradyS. Brady
Stephen JamesS. James38
A
11
A
53John DalglishJ. Dalglish
 
Callum GlassC. Glass46
G
12
G
54Kevin MeiklejohnK. Meiklejohn
Billy HutchisonB. Hutchison44
G
13
G
48Billy McNeillB. McNeill
Garry NaysmithG. Naysmith41
G
14
D
45Eddie WallworkE. Wallwork

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Match Report
Rain falls steadily from above here at Starks Park where Raith Rovers play host to Stirling Albion. A crowd of 2,616 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Raith Rovers and Stirling Albion are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Stephen Mcinnes.


0.00
Raith Rovers kick off the first half!
6.35
Alex Inglis chips the ball to his team mate, Stephen James. Stephen James knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
8.04
Scott James deftly passes the ball to his team mate, John Dalglish. John Dalglish knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
10.41
Showing composure, Dominic Burley plays the ball forward to Stephen James. Stephen James knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
12.09
Neil Meiklejohn controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Billy Hansen. Billy Hansen makes an attacking run forward. Billy Hansen shoots from 25 yards but he balloons it over the crossbar!
14.32
Scott James flicks a high pass forward. John Dalglish easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. John Dalglish lofts in a cross ball towards Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith is unmarked! He powers a header at goal but it slams into the crowd!
15.11
Raith Rovers appear to have rearranged themselves into a 4-2-4 formation.
16.53
Alex Inglis darts forward. Alex Inglis knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by John Naysmith.
18.45
John Naysmith sees Scott James in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Scott James knocks the ball to his team mate, Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith threads the ball through to John Dalglish but he's offside!
20.55
Alex Inglis flicks a high pass forward to John Naysmith who brings the ball under control. John Naysmith shoots from long range but Alec Mckinlay reads it well. Fabulous save!
21.26
Alex Inglis chips the ball to his team mate, Billy Hansen. Billy Hansen shoots from 20 yards his aim is horrendously poor!
22.41
Matt Dickov makes a high pass forward. John Naysmith shows exceptional athleticism as he brings the ball under control. John Naysmith shoots from 20 yards. It's miles wide!
24.08
Norman Jacobs kicks a strong pass forward to John Dalglish. John Dalglish shoots from 20 yards but it is tipped over by Callum Hopkin.
25.30
It's a corner kick. Scott James kicks a low ball in to towards the near post. Callum Hopkin scoops up the ball.
26.45
Craig Law plays the ball forward to Scott Brady. Scott Brady whips in a cross ball towards Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith beats his man to it with a header. The keeper is on top of it. Nice save!
27.02
Gavin Mcinnes flicks a high pass forward. Craig Law collects the pass. Craig Law makes a probing pass to John Dalglish. John Dalglish makes a probing pass to Garry Naysmith but he's offside!
28.55
Alex Inglis plays the ball forward to Stephen James. Stephen James shoots from distance but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
30.34
Alex Inglis laces a weighted ball forward to Gary Telfer. Gary Telfer knocks in a cross ball towards Billy Hansen. Billy Hansen heads the ball goalwards but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
32.15
Alex Inglis flicks a high pass forward to John Naysmith who brings the ball under control. John Naysmith whips in a cross ball towards Gary Telfer. Gary Telfer is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
36.46
Gavin Mcinnes makes a strong solo run forward. Gavin Mcinnes flicks the ball to his team mate, Scott Brady. Scott Brady whips in a cross ball towards John Dalglish. John Dalglish outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. Callum Hopkin effortlessly punches it away to safety.
38.54
Craig Law chips the ball to his team mate, John Dalglish. John Dalglish tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
39.48
Gerhard Hässler sees Craig Law in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Craig Law threads the ball through to John Dalglish. John Dalglish knocks in a cross ball towards Scott Brady. Scott Brady flicks the ball with his head but it misses the target by a large margin!
40.18
Callum Gemmell flicks a high pass forward. Garry Naysmith controls it well on his chest. Garry Naysmith knocks in a cross ball towards Scott Brady. Scott Brady powers a header at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
42.03
Callum Gemmell sees a break and surges forward. Callum Gemmell controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. It's there!! Callum Hopkin has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
45.00
Callum Gemmell sees Garry Naysmith in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Garry Naysmith deftly passes the ball to John Dalglish, releasing him through on goal. Some good footwork from John Dalglish provides some space. He shoots at goal but it flies wide!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half

Both teams emerge for the second half. Raith Rovers appear unchanged since the first half. Stirling Albion also appear unchanged since the first half.

45.00
The whistle blows and Stirling Albion kick off!
48.38
Craig Law flicks the ball to his team mate, Scott Brady. Scott Brady knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Colin Hendry.
54.58
There is some beautiful football being played out on the pitch today.
55.23
Scott James takes a quick throw-in. Callum Gemmell sees space and advances. Callum Gemmell flicks a high pass forward. Garry Naysmith controls it well on his chest and turns goalwards. Garry Naysmith muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but Callum Hopkin reads it well. Well saved!
59.03
Gerhard Hässler passes the ball forward to Norman Jacobs. Norman Jacobs flicks a high pass forward. Garry Naysmith easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Garry Naysmith hits a low pass to Scott Brady. Scott Brady makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is a match for it. Fabulous save!
60.30
Gary Telfer catches John Naysmith on the ankles. The referee calls over Gary Telfer and warns him to calm down! John Naysmith runs off the knock.
61.55
Dominic Burley deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Alex Inglis. Showing composure, Alex Inglis plays the ball forward to Billy Hansen. Billy Hansen shoots from outside the area but Alec Mckinlay reads it well. Great keeping!
66.35
Alex Inglis threads the ball through to Gary Telfer. Gary Telfer lofts in a cross ball towards Stephen James. With a superhuman jump, Stephen James connects with the ball and heads it goalwards but it is tipped over by Alec Mckinlay.
67.26
It's a corner kick. Billy Hansen kicks a low ball in to towards the near post. Dominic Burley rockets a shot on goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
69.37
Neil Meiklejohn flicks a high ball forward to Alex Inglis who takes it down. Alex Inglis makes a simple pass to John Naysmith. John Naysmith shoots from 20 yards but it flies just wide!
71.03
Colin Hendry makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Matt Dickov. Matt Dickov flicks a high pass forward. Gary Telfer holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Gary Telfer controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball swerves viciously but the keeper is more than a match for it. Well saved!
72.32
Alex Inglis deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Stephen James. Stephen James shoots from 25 yards but he balloons it over the crossbar!
75.11
Alex Inglis decides to run forward with the ball. Alex Inglis shoots from 20 yards but slams it into the crowd!
77.52
Stirling Albion have made 3 substitutions with Kevin Meiklejohn replacing John Naysmith, Billy McNeill replacing Craig Law and Eddie Wallwork replacing John Dalglish .
78.54
Billy McNeill knocks the ball to his team mate, Eddie Wallwork. Eddie Wallwork shoots from long range but it whistles just wide of the post!
79.45
Billy McNeill hits a low pass to Scott Brady. Scott Brady plays a one-two with Garry Naysmith and advances towards the goal... Some silky footwork from Scott Brady provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal but it flies well off target!
81.21
Matt Dickov knocks the ball to his team mate, Billy Hansen. Billy Hansen controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
83.07
Neil Meiklejohn flicks a high ball forward to Alex Inglis who takes it down. Alex Inglis changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Alex Inglis knocks in a cross ball towards Gary Telfer. Gary Telfer connects with a diving header but it curls horrendously wide!
84.54
Alex Inglis hacks Scott James from behind! The referee warns Alex Inglis to calm down! Scott James hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
87.01
Gerhard Hässler flicks the ball to his team mate, Billy McNeill. Billy McNeill sees Scott Brady in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Scott Brady knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Colin Hendry.
90.00
Alex Inglis threads the ball through to Gary Telfer. Gary Telfer shoots from distance but it's well over the bar!
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle

Match Statistics
 

Raith Rovers

Stirling Albion
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
5
6
Shots off Target
12
7
Offsides
0
2
Fouls
2
0
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
47.8%
52.2%
Play Area
28.3%
43.5%
28.3%

Scorers
Gary Telfer 32
Callum Gemmell 42

Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Callum Gemmell of Stirling Albion

Match Ratings
1.Callum Hopkin (GK)
8
2.Paul Gemmell (DEF)
6
3.Neil Meiklejohn (DEF)
6
4.Colin Hendry (DEF)
6
5.Dominic Burley (MID)
6
6.Matt Dickov (MID)
6
7.Alex Inglis (MID)
9
8.Billy Hansen (MID)
6
9.Gary Telfer (ATT)goal scored
8
10.John Naysmith (ATT)
7
11.Stephen James (ATT)
6
 
12.Callum Glass (GK)
0
13.Billy Hutchison (GK)
0
14.Garry Naysmith (GK)
0

1.Alec Mckinlay (GK)
7
2.Gavin Mcinnes (DEF)
6
3.Gerhard Hässler (DEF)
6
4.John Naysmith (DEF)
6
5.Callum Gemmell (MID)goal scored
9
6.Scott James (MID)
6
7.Craig Law (MID)
7
8.Norman Jacobs (MID)
6
9.Garry Naysmith (ATT)
7
10.Scott Brady (ATT)
6
11.John Dalglish (ATT)
6
 
12.Kevin Meiklejohn (GK)
6
13.Billy McNeill (GK)
6
14.Eddie Wallwork (DEF)
6