We kicked off the 2010s with an away game against Albion Rovers and start the new decade against the same opponents at the Reigart Stadium on Saturday.
Kevin Rutkiewicz: “I was delighted with the win against Stenhousemuir last week. They had a lot of the ball but we defended well and I felt we had the best chances in the game.”
Team news: Goalkeeper Blair Currie and left-back Jordan Lowdon are long-term absentees and Paul Willis missed the festive fixtures due to illness. Midfielder Kevin Nicoll serves a one-match ban after picking up his sixth booking of the League 2 season in the 1-0 defeat to Edinburgh City a fortnight ago.
Opponents: Albion Rovers are a point below us in the table, with a game in hand. Kevin Harper’s men enjoyed an unbeaten December with home victories over Queen’s Park and Annan Athletic and draws at Elgin and Brechin.
Past meetings: Rovers came from behind to win 2-1 on our last visit to Coatbridge in August when we had Paul McLean and Kevin Nicoll sent off. We ran out 3-0 winners at Forthbank in November thanks to goals from Darryl Duffy, Jordan McGregor and Sean Heaver.
Referee: Kevin Graham
Admission: Adults £13, Concessions £7, U12s £2. Photographic ID may be requested for anyone using the concession gate.
Stadium: Please note that the North Terrace is not in use. Stirling fans will have the option of the stand, enclosure and terracing behind the goal.
Free bus: The club are funding the bus for Albion Rovers. Supporters Club members have priority but non-members are welcome, space permitting. Please contact John Buchan on 07840 767167 to reserve your seat.
Travel: Street parking available close to the ground. Nearest station is Coatdyke.
Twitter: The usual updates will be available @Stirling_Albion
Next meeting: Stirling Albion v Albion Rovers – 28/03/20
Our next game: Stirling Albion v Cove Rangers – 11/01/20
