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Late Leveller Denies Saints Victory
St Andrews United signed off the 2025/26 East of Scotland Premier League campaign with a hard-earned 1-1 draw away to Camelon Juniors FC on Saturday — denying the hosts a victory they badly needed in their push for promotion.
With little riding on the game for Saints in terms of league position, there was still plenty of pride and determination on show as Greg, Stuart and Stevie took charge of the team for the final time before departing the club at the end of the season.
The opening exchanges saw both sides settle quickly and knock the ball around confidently without creating too much danger. Camelon began to threaten midway through the half, but Saints keeper Margetts was in excellent form, producing a superb save from a Cavanaugh effort after just nine minutes before later diving smartly to deny another long-range strike.
At the other end, Dunn registered Saints’ first effort of the afternoon, although his attempt sailed high and wide. Despite some tidy football from both teams, chances remained limited and the sides went into the break level at 0-0.
Saints made the perfect start to the second half. Just three minutes after the restart, Lewis Craik delivered an inviting cross from the right and Finlay Allan arrived unmarked to nod home and put the visitors ahead, sparking celebrations among the travelling support.
Camelon pressed hard in response as they chased the result they needed. Saints defended resolutely, with Tom Milne producing an important block to divert a dangerous effort wide before the hosts also passed up a couple of headed opportunities from set pieces.
Changes from the bench saw Graham, Gillan and Lewis Milne introduced as Saints looked to maintain their energy and shape, and there were chances to extend the lead too. Graham saw a shot deflected narrowly wide, while Thomson had a back-post header blocked from a corner.
As the clock ticked down, Saints looked increasingly comfortable and on course for a deserved victory. Unfortunately, football can be cruel at times and deep into injury time Camelon snatched an equaliser when a speculative 25-yard effort crashed in off the underside of the bar.
While it was not quite the winning send-off everyone hoped for, the performance showed tremendous commitment, organisation and spirit from the squad right to the final whistle.
FT 1-1
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Everyone at St Andrews United would like to thank our supporters, volunteers, committee members, sponsors and players for their backing throughout the 2025/26 season. Your support home and away has been hugely appreciated by everyone involved at the club.
A special thank you also goes to Greg, Stuart and Stevie for all their hard work, dedication and commitment during their time in charge. We wish them every success for the future.
We now look ahead to the 2026/27 season and can’t wait to see everyone back supporting the Saints once again. News regarding the club’s new management appointment will follow over the coming week.
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Lumsden hat-trick seals stunning Saints comeback
St Andrews Utd 3-2 Bo’Ness Athletic (East of Scotland Premier Division)
St Andrews Utd FC signed off at The Rec in dramatic fashion, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat Bo’ness Athletic 3–2 on an emotional afternoon that marked the visitors’ final away fixture before their impending dissolution.
Played in front of a hardy but passionate crowd, the day began in warm, bright conditions, perfect for football, but the mood of the weather soon shifted, with rain sweeping in as the match wore on, soaking the loyal supporters who stayed to the end. They were rewarded with a comeback full of spirit and quality, as Greg Shields saw his side pick up three points in his final home game in charge of Saints. A match kindly sponsored by the Bathroom Centre Fife
Bo’ness Athletic, perhaps fuelled by the occasion, started sharply and stunned the home side by racing into a 0–2 lead. The opener came after a spilled ball from the Saints’ goalkeeper allowed a simple finish, and the second followed just before the break when a corner caused chaos in the box, with St Andrews unable to fully clear their lines.
Despite the setback, Saints showed glimpses of resistance. Goalkeeper Margetts produced a string of fine saves to keep the deficit manageable, including a strong stop midway through the first half and another excellent reaction save shortly after the restart. Craik also tested the opposition keeper with a well-struck volley that was smartly dealt with.
The turning point came just before half-time when Regan Lumsden fired in from outside the box, giving Saints a lifeline at 1–2. That goal shifted the momentum, and the hosts carried that energy into the second half.
Saints drew level from the penalty spot after McManus was fouled in the box, with Lumsden stepping up to convert confidently. The comeback was well and truly on, and it tilted further in the home side’s favour when Bo’ness were reduced to ten men following a second-half dismissal for simulation.
With the rain falling steadily and tension building, Saints pushed for a winner. Graham came close with a powerful drive that was tipped over, but the decisive moment arrived late on. A flowing move down the left saw Allan beat the offside trap before cutting the ball back into the path of Lumsden, who made no mistake in completing his hat-trick and sealing a memorable 3–2 victory.
There was no fairytale ending for Bo’ness Athletic on their final away outing, but for St Andrews United and their supporters, it was a stirring comeback, played out against shifting skies and driven by the clinical finishing of match-winner, Regan Lumsden.
The club would also like to place on record their thanks to all supporters who have backed the team at The Clayton Caravan Recreation Ground throughout the 2025/26 season. Your support is very much appreciated. Saints will bring the campaign to a close next week with an away trip to Camelon Juniors
Top Scorers
St Andrews Utd’s leading goal-scorers for season 2025/26 were as follows… ⚽👟
Lumsden 12, Sawers 8, Maskrey 8, Dunn 7, Thomson 6, Spence 6, Payne 6, Craik 5, McManus 5, Allan 5, L Milne 4,, Graham 4, Aitken 3, McCreadie 3, Collins 2, Sneddon 2, Rennie 1, Gillan 1, Cunningham 1
To view all our latest match images and player of the year awards please CLICK HERE. Thanks to photographer Graham Hutchison for providing the excellent camerawork!
MANAGEMENT TEAM TO DEPART
St Andrews United Football Club can confirm that manager Greg Shields will step down from his position at the end of the season, with Stuart Milne and Stevie Clark also departing their roles within the backroom team.
In his statement (see below), Greg reflected on his time at the club, describing it as “a privilege to work with such a dedicated group of players, staff and supporters,” and acknowledging that “this was not an easy decision but I believe it is the right moment for both me and the club to move in a new direction.” The club fully respects his decision and thanks him for the professionalism and integrity he has shown throughout his tenure.
Greg leaves the club with our sincere gratitude for his hard work, commitment, and leadership. His time in charge will be remembered for a number of notable achievements, none more so than this past week’s historic accomplishment in leading the Saints to our first-ever Fife Cup victory against Dunfermline Athletic, a landmark success for the club.
We also echo Greg’s own recognition of his backroom staff, whom he credited for their “hard work, loyalty and professionalism” and as being “a huge part of everything we’ve achieved.” Stuart Milne and Stevie Clark have made a significant contribution during their time at the club, and we thank them both for their dedication and service. Greg also expressed his appreciation to everyone connected with St Andrews United for their “trust, commitment and passion” during his time at the club. Those sentiments are warmly reciprocated by all at St Andrews Utd.
On behalf of the players, staff, supporters, and committee, we extend our sincere thanks to Greg, Stuart, and Stevie for their efforts and achievements. As Greg noted, the memories created during this period will endure, and they leave with our very best wishes for the future.
Fraser Ogston
Chairman
St Andrews United FC
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- Opponents: Camelon Juniors FC
- Competition: EOSFL
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