Match Report
| Stranraer | Stranraer |  |  | East Stirling | East Stirling | ||||||||||||||||
| Computer Player | Computer Player | Computer Player | Computer Player | ||||||||||||||||||
| David Rae | D. Rae |  | 44 | G |  | 1 | | G | 63 | | Billy White | B. White | |||||||||
| David Dickov | D. Dickov | | 61 | D |  | 2 |  | D | 68 |  | Kevin Ziegenhagen | K. Ziegenhagen | |||||||||
| Sabri Chedli | S. Chedli |  | 49 | D | | 3 | |  | D | 65 |  | Neil Carlton | N. Carlton | ||||||||
| Callum Greig | C. Greig | | 48 | D | | 4 | | D | 63 | | Duncan Morton | D. Morton | |||||||||
| Scott McCoist | S. McCoist | | 44 | D | | 5 | | D | 59 |  | Alberto Zamora | A. Zamora | |||||||||
| David Liddell | D. Liddell | | 61 | M | | 6 | | M | 66 |  | Guilherme Nunes | G. Nunes | |||||||||
| Dominic Hendry | D. Hendry | | 54 | M | | 7 | | M | 66 |  | Max Lopez | M. Lopez | |||||||||
| Robert Neumann | R. Neumann | | 45 | A | | 8 | | A | 52 | | Enrico Ballotta | E. Ballotta | |||||||||
| Marvin Mcleod | M. Mcleod | | 44 | A | | 9 | | A | 48 | | Stephen Burley | S. Burley | |||||||||
| Gavin James | G. James | | 43 | A | | 10 | | A | 47 | | Andy Telfer | A. Telfer | |||||||||
| Craig Johnstone | C. Johnstone | | 42 | A | | | 11 | | A | 45 | | Dominic Hopkin | D. Hopkin | ||||||||
| Richard Gough | R. Gough | | 52 | M | | 12 | | D | 59 | | Richard Morrison | R. Morrison | |||||||||
| Gianfranco Florio | G. Florio | | 48 | M | | 13 | | G | 58 | | Neil Mckinlay | N. Mckinlay | |||||||||
| Don Davidson | D. Davidson | | 44 | D | | 14 | | D | 57 | | David McStay | D. McStay | |||||||||
 today's match is sponsored by Red Cross |
Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Stair Park where Stranraer play host to East Stirling. Its a sell-out today with the 5,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Stranraer are playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation while East Stirling appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Neil Sullivan.
The pitch is in good condition.
Stranraer are playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation while East Stirling appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Neil Sullivan.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and East Stirling get the match underway!
3.12
0-0Without breaking stride, Max Lopez plays the ball forward to Dominic Hopkin. Dominic Hopkin lofts in a cross ball towards Andy Telfer. Andy Telfer gets a glancing touch on the cross ball but it flies just wide!
4.01
1-0David Liddell hits a low pass to Craig Johnstone. Craig Johnstone lofts in a cross ball towards Gavin James. Gavin James finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. What a cracker!! Billy White had no chance!! Goal for Stranraer!
12.38
Dominic Hendry runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Dominic Hendry controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it's a woeful effort!
14.04
Max Lopez knocks the ball forward to Andy Telfer. Andy Telfer finds some space and shoots from distance but it flies just wide!
15.46
1-0Dominic Hendry threads a neat ball through to Gavin James. Gavin James knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
18.22
Max Lopez flicks a high pass forward. Dominic Hopkin holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Dominic Hopkin knocks in a cross ball towards Stephen Burley. Stephen Burley gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. David Rae is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
21.07
David Dickov brings the ball forward. David Dickov sees Craig Johnstone in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Craig Johnstone knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
27.12
1-1Gavin James catches Duncan Morton on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Duncan Morton stretches but gets up unharmed.
40.02
1-1Marvin Mcleod catches Neil Carlton on the ankles. Marvin Mcleod is warned by the referee! Neil Carlton runs off the knock.
44.01
1-1Stranraer are in full control of this game.
45.00
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Stranraer appear unchanged since the first half. East Stirling also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Stranraer start the second half!
47.25
Dominic Hendry deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Marvin Mcleod. Marvin Mcleod shoots from distance but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
49.00
Max Lopez knocks the ball forward to Enrico Ballotta. Enrico Ballotta lofts in a cross ball towards Dominic Hopkin. Dominic Hopkin whips the ball goalwards with his head but slams it into the crowd!
51.55
1-1Guilherme Nunes makes a probing pass to Stephen Burley. Stephen Burley shoots from 20 yards. David Rae gathers the ball up comfortably. Good keeping!
53.38
Dominic Hendry surges forward with the ball. Dominic Hendry whips in a cross ball towards Robert Neumann. With a superhuman jump, Robert Neumann connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Stranraer!
57.42
Duncan Morton flicks a high pass forward to Max Lopez who brings the ball under control. Max Lopez kicks a strong pass forward to Dominic Hopkin. Dominic Hopkin knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Callum Greig.
60.09
Max Lopez threads a neat ball through to Stephen Burley. Stephen Burley lofts in a cross ball towards Dominic Hopkin. Dominic Hopkin directs the ball goalwards with his head but somehow David Rae manages to keep it out.
63.14
Neil Carlton flicks a high pass forward. Max Lopez easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Max Lopez knocks the ball forward to Dominic Hopkin. Dominic Hopkin whips in a cross ball towards Andy Telfer. Andy Telfer jumps high and flicks the ball with his head. David Rae effortlessly punches it away to safety.
65.23
2-1Marvin Mcleod clumsily knocks into Duncan Morton. The referee calls over Marvin Mcleod again and warns him to calm down! Duncan Morton carries on, but is struggling a bit.
66.40
Sabri Chedli flicks a high ball forward to Dominic Hendry who takes it down. Dominic Hendry chips the ball to his team mate, Gavin James. Gavin James whips in a cross ball towards Craig Johnstone. Craig Johnstone is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
75.19
Neil Carlton flicks a high pass forward. Max Lopez collects the pass. Max Lopez kicks a strong pass forward to Dominic Hopkin. Dominic Hopkin sees Enrico Ballotta just inside the box and quickly passes the ball. Enrico Ballotta shows great control and tries a shot on goal but he balloons it over the crossbar!
77.33
Max Lopez flicks a high pass forward to Enrico Ballotta who brings the ball under control. Enrico Ballotta lofts in a cross ball towards Stephen Burley. Stephen Burley heads the ball goalwards which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
83.14
Scott McCoist catches Andy Telfer on the ankles. Scott McCoist is shown the yellow card! Andy Telfer hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
87.10
Guilherme Nunes makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Enrico Ballotta. Enrico Ballotta shoots from 20 yards. It curls slightly but David Rae manages to gather it comfortably.
90.00
Dominic Hendry flicks the ball to his team mate, Craig Johnstone. Craig Johnstone shoots from long range but it goes wide for a goal kick.
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
3
2
Shots on Target
3
6
Shots off Target
3
5
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
4
0
Yellow Cards
2
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
37.3%
62.7%
Play Area
28.8%
45.8%
25.4%
Scorers
| Gavin James 4 Robert Neumann 53 Craig Johnstone 66 | Stephen Burley 18, 77 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Stephen Burley of East Stirling |
Match Ratings
| 1. | David Rae (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | David Dickov (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Sabri Chedli (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Callum Greig (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Scott McCoist (DEF) |  | 5 |
| 6. | David Liddell (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Dominic Hendry (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Robert Neumann (ATT) |  | 7 |
| 9. | Marvin Mcleod (ATT) | 5 | |
| 10. | Gavin James (ATT) | | 7 |
| 11. | Craig Johnstone (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Richard Gough (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Gianfranco Florio (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Don Davidson (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Billy White (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Kevin Ziegenhagen (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Neil Carlton (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Duncan Morton (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Alberto Zamora (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Guilherme Nunes (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Max Lopez (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Enrico Ballotta (ATT) | 6 | |
| 9. | Stephen Burley (ATT) | | 9 |
| 10. | Andy Telfer (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Dominic Hopkin (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Richard Morrison (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Neil Mckinlay (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | David McStay (DEF) | 0 | |