Forfar Athletic v Berwick Rangers (Scottish Cup Round Two) – Match Information

Scottish Cup action returns for ‘Loons’ officials, players and supporters on Saturday first, always an exciting prospect.

In the second round of this season’s competition sponsored again by Scottish Gas, following lengthy and ultimately successful trips to Kilwinning and Huntly over the past two seasons at the same stage, a home tie awaits this time round.

Old friends Berwick Rangers will provide the opposition, managed these days by Tam Scobbie, remembered for his playing exploits especially at Falkirk, St. Johnstone and Dundee United.

The ‘Borderers’ lost their SPFL status in May of 2019 losing the play-off final against Cove Rangers, the Aberdeen outfit triumphing over the two legs by an aggregate score line of 7-0. Since then they have found it hard going in the Lowland League and after a 3-0 defeat at Gretna on Saturday past, currently occupy 13th position.

The home side will go into the contest of the back of the 0-0 draw with league leaders East Fife on Saturday past, a contest that was frenetic in nature, but devoid of goal scoring opportunities for both sides. In the aftermath of that game, Ray McKinnon emphasised how important progress in the cup is to the club as witnessed by the excitement created by Hibernian’s visit last term in the fourth round.

Another important factor for clubs of Forfar’s stature are the financial rewards that run hand in hand with success in the famous old competition whose roots date back to 1873.

The match will have the usual 3pm. kick-off.

As previously advised reduced admission charges will be levied for this fixture.

Admission prices are as follows;-
Stand and Terracing – Adults £10,
Concessions (65 & over) £5
Under 12’s free of charge if accompanied by a paying adult.

Payment on the day by cash at turnstile. If anyone would like to purchase a ticket online in advance, they can be purchased at https://forfarathletic.ticketco.events/uk/en/m/e/forfar_athletic_v_berwick_rangers Please note that anyone purchasing a concession or u17 ticket online may on the day be asked to produce proof of their age and entitlement to a concession ticket, failing which entry to the ground with their online ticket may be refused.

Forfar Athletic season tickets are not valid for this fixture.

50/50 tickets will be on sale pre-match in the 1984 Lounge and from vendors within the stadium. The Refreshment Kiosk and Club Shop both situated within the ground will be open as usual. The 1984 Lounge will be open to supporters from 12.30pm. till kick-off and again on the final whistle till approximately 8pm.

A full preview of the fixture will appear on FAFC social media channels on Friday.