Sunday Central Preview: Huge Cup And League Action This Weekend, As We Cross Our Fingers For Good We

Sunday Central Player of the Month Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premier 1 - Harry Clark (Drumchapel United) Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premier 2 - Lewis Burns (Brunswick) Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premier 3 - Johnny Dyer (PFD) Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 1 - Paul Kerr (Eastwood Mearns) Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 2 - Darren Murphy (Newmains United) Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 3 - Adam El Kasaby (Queenslie) Sunday Central Manager of the Month Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premier 1 - John Black (Drumchapel United) Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premier 2 - Jordan Cullen (Brunswick) Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premier 3 - Eddie Brewster (Gorbals United) Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 1 - Steven Sharp (Eastwood Mearns) Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 2 - Paul McMahon (Newmains United) Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 3 - David Smith (Queenslie) Sunday Trophy (Round 4) >Bullfrog vs. Drumchapel United The Sunday Central club, Drumchapel United are on the road to Bullfrog, and they are going to be up for the test and will hope to progress through to the next round of the prestigious Sunday Trophy. The will be up for their away day, taking massive confidence into the game, as they have been exceptional in the league. Drumchapel United are one of the teams to watch in this tournament, not just in this round, but in the whole of this competition, but they will be focussed on progressing through to the next round of the cup. I spoke to Drumchapel United, and they have said, "Massive test for us on Sunday against Bullfrog. They where beaten finalists 2 years ago so expecting a very tough game." >Killie Athletic vs. Eastwood Mearns Steven Sharp’s Eastwood Mearns are going to be ready for the upcoming cup tie, and for their away day at Killie Athletic. The Championship club have been in great form, and they remain unbeaten in the league, and are going to be hungry to get on the park and hope to progress through to the next round. A relatively new club, we will be hoping to continue to make their own history week in week out, and a massive honour as part of that history is getting to the fourth round, but they will be hoping to go one further and fly their flag in the fifth round. I spoke to Steven Sharp of Eastwood Mearns, the manager and he said, "The buzz of Scottish Cup week is here again and I for one can't wait. For me no matter what level you play at you always want to still be in the Scottish after Christmas so this one is massive for us. We went to watch our opponents a couple of weeks ago but if I'm honest I'm not looking into that whatsoever as you can never predict what's going to happen in the Scottish. My players go into it with a point to prove after our last performance and after speaking with them I know they are up for it and raring to go. We are fully aware this is going to be a very tough tie but no disrespect to our opponents and I say it every week it's not about who we come up against it's about how well we prepare going into it, how hard we work for each other and how much we want it. If my players go out and give me their all then I can't complain and what will be will be. Preparation has well and truly started and we look forward to our trip to Ayrshire" >Crownpoint United vs. Steadings It is time for Sunday Trophy action for Premiership 1 club Crownpoint United, and they are going to be putting league action out of their minds and focus their full attention on the important 90 minutes on hand this Sunday. They are going to be up for this cup tie, and will give everything they have and focus everything on this cup tie this weekend. I spoke to Crownpoint United this weekend, and they have said, "We have been on a poor run of form of late but are looking to turn it around on Sunday and having signed a few new players who have been around the Sunday premier for the last few years I’m confident the boys can do it. This is the furthest any crownpoint side has got in the Scottish in the 8 years we have been running so it’s already an achievement but we don’t want to stop here" >Calderside vs. Unity AFC One of the most high flying and unbeaten sides, Calderside in the Sunday Central, who have won every single league game this season, are going to be hoping that they can convert that into a cup result this weekend. They are at home to a club named, Unity AFC, but they will take all of their positives and all of their confidence into this contest. >Carousel/Shawbridge vs. Rumours AFC Rumours AFC, are on the road in the Sunday Central, and no matter who they are against, they will be up for the challenge. They are coming off, scoring an excellent 11 goals and a huge first league win, that will make them confident and hungry for this cup tie. >Castlemilk Dynamo vs. Burnside Athletic A home cup tie for one of the most in form, high flying Castlemilk Dynamo, a team that have scored an incredible amount of goals this season, proving to be relentless in front of goal, and they will hope to be no different this Sunday. Another of the favourite sides to go the whole way and win this competition, but they will be focussed on this round and their talented opposition, Burnside Athletic. The home club, Castlemilk Dynamo are going to be hoping for more fireworks, and will be hoping for a win in the Sunday Trophy. >Lesmahagow v. Haghill An away day for Paul Hughes’ Haghill this weekend, they travel to Lesmahagow in the Sunday Trophy, and will hope to progress through to the fifth round of the cup. Haghill have an excellent squad of players, and are hoping to continue their fantastic league run. Haghill are going to be excited for this game, and this opportunity, and one of the most in form clubs, Haghill are an exciting team, and they are going to be a favourite for this tournament, and will hope to pick up an important win, in this round of the cup. I caught up with Paul Hughes, manager of Haghill, and he has said, "This week weather permitting we travel to lesmahagow for the scottish cup into the unknown with them.as they play in a different league but going by results they know there way to goal so will have to be on our gaurd. Still missing a few key players but the remaining boys will step up and make it as difficult for them and hopefully get ourselves into the next round once again" >Overlee Partizans vs. Bo'ness A tough test at home for the Sunday Central’s Overlee Partizans, they have played brilliantly in cup competitions this season, and will know it will be a hard game this Sunday, but they will be up the challenge. Bo’ness are a very good side, and they will pose a threat, but the Overlee Partizans have been relentless in front of goal and will be up for this massive game. >Edinburgh Caledonian vs. Sporting Pumas The in form and impressive Sunday Central club, Sporting Pumas are going to be ready for this journey on, to the capital city to face Edinburgh Caledonian. They possess real talent in their ranks, proven by their results, and they will be hoping for another good one this weekend. >PFD vs. Lochore Castle The brilliant home club PFD, are hoping to remain in fine form this weekend, a club that have been brilliant in the league all season long so far. John Monaghan’s men will relish the challenge and this big stage, they will hope to progress through to the next round, but they will be fully focused on the job in hand, and that job is Lochore Castle. >Baillieston vs. Sauchie One club that has been in phenomenal form in recent weeks is Sauchie, a side that have scored 8 goals in a game lately, a massive game awaits them in the Sunday Trophy this Sunday. Sauchie are on the road to Baillieston, and they go into this game with massive confidence on their side. They have had a few weekends without games, butt that will only make Sauchie, hungrier and more up for this contest. They will be excited for this game to begin, and will be ready for the fourth round. I spoke to Sauchie, and they have said, "sauchie travel to Airdrie and Coatbridge Premier league team baillieston Fc in the Scottish cup rd 4 on Sunday. Which will be a hard game against a quality young team . But we will be well up for the game as we are playing well at this moment" >Northend vs. Cranhill United Two clubs of the Sunday Central are going to be competing in the fourth round of the Sunday Trophy. This is going to be a huge game, between two clubs that know each other very well, so this should be a game played in good spirit and in excellent competition. Two very good clubs, that are in fact, level on points in the top division of the Sunday Central League. They both sit on 6 points after the same amount of games, this game could not be closer on paper. This will be a cracking contest, that really could go either way. I spoke to Northend manager, Frankie Carrick, and he said, “we are at home in the Scottish this week against cranhill I expect a very tough game against them the games have always been tight between us and I don’t expect it to be any different but the lads have trained well this week and put in the hard graft and are ready for sunday we should have a good squad available and there up for the battle to take us into the next round” Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premiership 2 >Albion vs. Carluke Thistle Two winning streaks on the line! Two teams on a winning streak are set to go head to head in this one, and Albion, the hosts are second in the table having won all three of their opening games. They have scored 18 goals in just 3 games, an exceptional start and Brian Dornan’s men are going to be up for one. Carluke Thistle have won two out of two and will want to make it a perfect three. This is going to be an epic encounter between two of the very best in the league. This match is important for both clubs, and it can major implications, come the business end of the season. I managed to speak to Carluke Thistle's assistant manager, Scott Parry, and he has said, "Massive game this weekend against a very strong Albion side. Albion are currently sitting 3 out of 3 in the league & in their previous game they knocked out Premier league 1 heavyweights Overlee Partizans in the West of Scotland trophy so we are under no illusions with the task at hand. We’re carrying a few knocks but still have a good squad so hope to carry on our unbeaten run in the league ourselves. No matter what it’ll be a good fixture & should be pleasing on the eye of the spectators." I also had the chance to speak to Brian Dornan, manager of Albion, and he said, “Sunday's game sees Albion take on a very well organised side in carluke thistle who have come from the bottom groups into premier 2 and are holding there own this season.” >Castlemilk United vs. Rutherglen Rovers A tough start in the league for Rutherglen Rovers, and they are hoping to ignite the spark in their season, and climb the table. They are away to a club that are hoping to pick up their first win of the season, Castlemilk United, who are hoping for that all important win. This is a very important game for both clubs, and they are both hoping a win this weekend, can put them onto a string of victories. >Glasgow Rovers vs. Brunswick The home club, Glasgow Rovers are hoping to register their first win of the season this weekend, they have had a lot of change at the start of this season, and they now have passionate manager, David Ramsay as the boss, and he will hope his side can pick up the first win of the season. They are up against a very tough side this season, they are up against league leaders, Brunswick. They have been unstoppable so far this season, and they have won all four of their opening games, and are flying high. Brunswick have been ruthless, and clinical in picking up wins and points, and they will hope to continue this, on Sunday. They have also scored 19 goals in their opening four games. This will be a good game, and the exceptional Brunswick, will be up for the away day to David Ramsay's, Glasgow Rovers. I spoke to Brunswick, and they have said, "Sunday sees us back in action against the ever improving Glasgow Rovers, we played them a couple of weeks ago and you could see the league position didnt do them justice as they shouldnt be anywhere near there, so sunday will be a tough game for us. We'll need to have a full team to ensure we get a win" I also had chance to speak to David Ramsay, manager of Glasgow Rovers, and he has said, "We take on league leaders brunswick this sunday at toryglen. With no league game the past 2 weekends ive crammed in 3 friendlies. Winning 2 and drawing 1. The break in league duty was perfect for me as i try to get this team up and running. Plenty new faces in the squad and we will look to build on our past 3 performances that have been pleasing to watch. It will be a tough ask again to take points from a quality brunswick team but if the boys stick to the plan and give 110% then im pretty sure we could give the visitors a fright. Theres a good squad and spirit building now within the rovers dressing room so hopefully we can pick up some points soon and start climbing the table." Mulheron Scaffolding Services Premiership 3 >Carluke Victoria vs. East End Star Second in the table and high flying East End Star have been in excellent form this season, a great start to the season, and they will be hoping to continue their impressive start, this Sunday, as they travel to Carluke Victoria. Carluke Victoria will be up for the tough test of Carluke, but they will be ready for it. The hosts have also started well this season, and will be hungry for a win this weekend. >Glasgow Irish vs. Cambuslang Football Academy Cambuslang Football Academy have only played the one league game this season so far, they have drawn their opening game, but they will want to kick their season off with a bang this weekend. A huge game, away from home to Glasgow Irish. Cambuslang Football Academy will know the importance of this game, and will be ready for this test, and with plenty of games in hand, on everyone in the league, they will be hoping for a good start, this weekend. Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 1 >Vale Rangers vs. Eastend Rovers After a huge win last weekend, Vale Rangers are going to be hoping to continue from where they left off, last Friday night. They were clinical in front of goal, picking up a fantastic win. They have the visit of a very tough side this weekend, in Eastend Rovers. Rovers sit two points ahead of Vale Rangers, and this is going to be a cracking contest, played in good spirit between two very good teams. Eastend Rovers have played well and started positively, a lot to play for in this important league match, it will be a good game! I caught up the Eastend Rovers captain, and he has said, "Big game for us this weekend against a Vale Rangers side who’ve had some great results recently. Time for us to get back on track and show what we’re made of after a disappointing result last weekend” >New Stevenson United vs. Glenmill Thistle Two clubs, very close on paper, New Stevenson United and Glenmill Thistle have just a point between them, and on paper this is going to be a close contest. This will be a brilliant game, both clubs have a lot to play for and both clubs will know this is an important match. >HSV vs. Weir Recreation Second versus third in this one, two of the most in form teams in the league, both winning three games, HSV having won all three and Weir Recreation winning three out of their four games. This is going to be a huge game for both clubs, they are going to hope to pick up the win, and all the points, as they contiue to stay hot on the heels of the league leaders. HSV will not want to give up their unbeaten run, a huge game between two of the very best in Championship 1, a huge game and both clubs will be ready for it. I spoke to Scott McGregor, the manager of Weir Recreation, and he has said, "Massive game for us on Sunday. In my opinion it’s two league title contenders going head to head. We know a lot about HSV, they came from the set up we used to be involved in and they have always had a cracking team. Like us they like to get the ball down and play football, this could be a cracker" Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 2 >Bardykes Rovers vs. Glasgow Star Two of the best and most in form clubs in Championship 2, Bardykes Rovers and Glasgow Star are going to be up for this epic encounter. Glasgow Star are third in the league and they remain unbeaten this season, and they will hope to continue their unbeaten run. Glasgow Star are in fantastic form, picking up important results regularly at the start of this season. They are on the road to the clinical and ruthless Bardykes Rovers. The hosts are relentless in front of goal, scoring 34 goals in just 5 games, an incredible record. Bardykes Rovers are in a great spot of form, and will want to continue it this weekend. This is going to be an exceptional and incredible game! 

I spoke to Glasgow Star and they have said, “we’re going to win and show why we’re going to win this league”

>Broadwood Clyde vs. Wellhouse Wellhouse are hungry to pick up that first win of the season, and register their first three points in the league. They have been close, week in week out, and they will hope to go that one better this weekend, against the team that sit a place above them, Broadwood Clyde. This will be an excellent game, Broadwood Clyde are going to hope to build on their win they already have, but they are up against a hungry Wellhouse side. >South Lanarkshire Ravens vs. Kilsyth Rovers Kilsyth Rovers are on the road to South Lanarkshire Ravens, and they are going to be up for this game, they sit fourth in the table and have had an excellent start. South Lanarkshire Ravens have started well and will be hoping that this weekend will push them up the table, should they pick up a win, but a big weekend for both clubs. Kilsyth Rovers will be hoping to continue their form this weekend. I spoke to Colin Hughes, the boss of Kilsyth Rovers, and he has said, "Another tough game for Kilsyth Rovers, as we face a familiar team in South Lanarkshire Ravens, but we are looking for back to back league wins, and with the team we have available should be a cracking game" >Blantyre Albion vs. Rutherglen Burgh Two clubs very similar on paper, between Blantyre Albion and Rutherglen Burgh, just two points between them. This is set to be an excellent game between two very good side, an important game for both clubs. >Bengal Lancers vs. Newmains United Top of the table, in form and excellent Newmains United are flying high and enjoyed an exceptional run of form. They are on the road this weekend too Bengal Lancers, a side that are capable of beating anyone on their day and have started the season well. Newmains United are going to be hoping to continue their excellent form this weekend and hope to continue to be the team to beat at the top of Championship 2. Cutting Edge Engravers Championship 3 >East Lane vs. Colquhoun United The hosts, East Lane have been in fantastic form this season, they have been relentless in front of goal and in fine form. East Lane have scored 29 goals in just 4 games this season, a brilliant start, and they are going to look to continue their fine for this weekend at home to Colquhoun United. Colquhoun United are hoping to be hoping for their first win of the season and they are going to be hoping to do it against top of the table East Lane. East Lane are hoping to continue their winning streak and brilliant start to the season. I caught up with East Lane, and they have said, "this weekend we're up against Colquhoun It's who currently bottom of the league, we're under no illusions that Colquhoun have something to prove and will be desperate to gain some points and climb up the table! We have the home advantage and will look to capitalise on in by taking a direct attacking approach overloading them with pressure and win another 3 points!" >Glasgow Athletic vs. Nethercraigs United Third place in the Championship 3, Nethercraigs United have been brilliant at the start of this season and will be hoping to continue that this weekend. They are on the road to Glasgow Athletic, who have also started well, they are 5th in the table. Nethercraigs United are going to be hoping to continue their good form. >Eastwood Mearns B vs. Summerston Amateurs Last weekend, Eastwood Mearns B are coming off an excellent win last weekend, a huge win, and they seem to have hit their finest form as of late. They have been playing brilliantly and they are in fantastic form, and will be a tough test this weekend. They are up against a good Summerston Amateurs side, they picked their first win last weekend, a result that had been just around the corner for a long time, and they will be delighted to register it. They will now hope it will lead to a run of wins and hoping to continue their fine form. This will be a very good game played in great spirits, a tough test for both sides, this will be brilliant. I spoke to Summerston Amateurs, and they have said, "Eastwood b coming off a good win against colquhoun another tough game and the kinda games you wanna play in so hopefully turn up and give a performance and we get what we deserve out the game" I also had chance to speak to Stephen Thomson, of Eastwood Mearns B, and he has said, “This weekend we have another tough challenge ahead of us but the lads are really up for it after having a good training session midweek. As a team we're all looking forward to keeping the momentum going after our recent victories and try to make it 3 in a row in the league. We know Summerston will be hard opponents to overcome after they picked up their first win themselves last weekend.”