Lowland League | Edinburgh derby as Spartans head to Peffermill

Posted on Tuesday, November 24th, 2020

Spartans make the short trip across the capital this evening to take on old friends Edinburgh University for the thirteenth meeting of the sides in the Lowland League.

In what will be an interesting encounter as ever between the two longest serving Managers in the competition with Dougie Samuel looking to continue his unbeaten record against his counterpart Dorian Ogunro.

Spartans go into the game on the back of that incredible comeback victory against East Stirlingshire in the Challenge Cup last Friday however the players will know very well that one swallow doesn’t make a summer and they will be all out to build on a spirited performance as they bid to climb the league ladder.

Mikey Allan and Blair Carswell make their customary appearance in the preview from the unwanted berth of the treatment room however Ian McFarland trained with our Women’s team last Friday and may be set to return to the squad as the completes his return from injury.

Tale of the Tape:

Wins: Spartans 7 | Edinburgh Uni 0 | Draws 5

Goals: Spartans 27 | Edinburgh Uni 11

Biggest Win: Spartans 5-0 Edinburgh Uni | 2015/16

As ever, please do not travel to the game as you simply won’t be admitted to spectate. Keep an eye on our Twitter feed for live updates throughout the match – even during the Bake Off final!