NEXT GAMe
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- Sauchie Juniors FC vs St Andrews Utd FC
- EOSFL Premier Division
- Tuesday 25th August 2026 | 7:30PM
- Beechwood Park, Sauchie
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RUTHLESS SAINTS MARCH ON IN SCOTTISH CUP
Scottish Cup / Preliminary Round 2
St Andrews Utd FC 6-1 Hutchison Vale
St Andrews United produced a superb Scottish Cup performance, sweeping aside Hutchison Vale 6–1 to book their place in the next round and keep the dream of a run to Hampden firmly alive!
After last week’s South Challenge Cup success, which saw Regan Lumsden hit a hat-trick, Saints’ attacking threat was once again on full display. This time it was Ross Kavanagh who stole the headlines, finding the net four times in a ruthless individual display that helped Saints cruise to a comprehensive victory.
From the outset, St Andrews United looked sharp, confident and dangerous in attack. The team played with purpose and intensity, creating opportunities and making the most of their chances when they came. Hutchison Vale struggled to contain the Saints’ attacking options as the goals continued to arrive.
Kavanagh was the standout performer, completing a remarkable four-goal haul to put the game beyond doubt. Lumsden continued his own excellent scoring form by getting on the scoresheet once again, while Danny Smith also added his name to the scoresheet as Saints ran out convincing 6–1 winners.
It was more than just an impressive scoreline, however. The performance was a complete team effort, with Saints showing quality in possession, attacking intent and the clinical edge required in cup football. The result was thoroughly deserved and sends St Andrews United into the preliminary round 3 draw on Monday evening
There is certainly no shortage of firepower in this Saints side. Lumsden’s hat-trick last weekend was followed by Kavanagh going one better this week, underlining just how dangerous the team can be in front of goal.
The Scottish Cup dream is very much alive!
Attention now turns immediately to the East of Scotland Premier Division, with Saints travelling to Sauchie Juniors on Tuesday night. Another test awaits, but the confidence will be high following an emphatic cup victory.
LUMSDEN HAT-TRICK SENDS SAINTS INTO NEXT ROUND
South Challenge Cup
St Andrews Utd FC 4-1 Thorn Athletic
St Andrews Utd progressed to the next round of the South Challenge Cup with a convincing 4–1 victory over Thorn Athletic at Clayton Holiday Park, Recreation Ground.
Saints made an excellent start and took the lead after just eight minutes. Lumsden finished confidently to give the home side the perfect opening.
Lumsden almost doubled the advantage in the 25th minute when a superb opportunity presented itself, but his side-footed effort drifted narrowly past the post. It was a chance that looked easier to score than miss, but Saints would not have to wait long for a second.
Just two minutes later, McCreadie found the net to put St Andrews Utd 2–0 ahead and firmly in control of the tie.
The opportunities continued to come. In the 36th minute, Kavanagh found himself through on goal in a one-on-one situation but was unable to convert.
A minute later, however, St Andrews Utd had their third. Lumsden again found himself one-on-one and this time made no mistake, calmly finishing to make it 3–0.
It was a commanding first-half performance, with Saints in complete control as the team headed into the interval with a three-goal advantage.
The opening stages of the second half were more subdued, with neither side creating any significant opportunities. St Andrews Utd remained comfortable at 3–0 and continued to manage the game effectively.
Thorn Athletic gave themselves a lifeline in the 71st minute when they pulled a goal back to make it 3–1.
The goal gave the visitors renewed belief and the closing stages became considerably more competitive. With 15 minutes remaining, St Andrews Utd still had work to do, while Thorn Athletic began to push forward in search of a second.
By the 84th minute, Saints were having to withstand increased pressure and were hanging on somewhat, although Thorn Athletic had yet to produce a truly clear-cut opportunity.
Then, in the 85th minute, came the moment that settled the tie.
Lumsden completed his hat-trick, finding the net for the third time to restore St Andrews Utd’s three-goal advantage at 4–1.
The final whistle followed shortly afterwards, confirming a deserved 4–1 victory and securing St Andrews Utd’s place in the next round of the South Challenge Cup.
A strong first-half display laid the foundations for the victory, while Lumsden’s hat-trick proved decisive. McCreadie’s goal added to an impressive attacking performance as St Andrews Utd ultimately proved too strong for Thorn Athletic.
South Challenge Cup Draw: Saints vs Castlemilk FC at home on the 5th September
SAINTS STORM TO VITAL AWAY VICTORY
East of Scotland Premier Division
Blackburn Utd 2-4 St Andrews Utd FC
St Andrews United made it six points from their opening nine with an entertaining 4–2 victory away to Blackburn United, producing a superb first-half display before having to dig deep to see out the points.
Saints started brightly, with Sawers and Simpson causing Blackburn all sorts of problems. Kavanagh went close early on, forcing a good save before seeing another effort come back off the post.
The pressure finally told after 18 minutes. Sawers created the opening and Lumsden kept his composure to calmly slot home, giving Saints a deserved lead.
Four minutes later, the advantage was doubled. Berry delivered an excellent free-kick from the left, right onto Kavanagh’s head, and the striker powered a superb header beyond the goalkeeper to make it 2–0.
St Andrews continued to dominate and added a third on 32 minutes. Dempsey’s pressure forced a defensive mistake, allowing Lumsden to roll the ball past the goalkeeper for his second of the afternoon.
Simpson then set up Kavanagh, whose effort went narrowly wide, but Saints went into the interval comfortably ahead.
Half-time: Blackburn 0–3 Saints.
The second half proved a much tougher affair. Blackburn came out with greater purpose and eventually pulled one back through their number 9 after Saints had dropped off the pace.
Blackburn were suddenly threatening, with a free header from number 4 somehow missed, while Simpson went close at the other end with an effort into the side netting.
Saints restored their two-goal cushion to make it 4–1, but Blackburn responded on 71 minutes when poor marking at a corner allowed a simple back-post finish.
From there, it became a case of digging in and defending the lead. Simpson produced another excellent run, although Lumsden’s resulting shot went wide, while Blackburn twice missed glorious opportunities from free headers at corners.
Kavanagh had one final chance to add to his tally when he found himself one-on-one late on, but the goalkeeper saved.
The final whistle brought a welcome end to an increasingly nervy second half and confirmed a very important 2–4 away victory for Saints.
A brilliant first-half performance laid the foundations, and although Blackburn made the second half far more difficult than St Andrews would have liked, the team showed the character required to get over the line.
Four goals, three points and six from a possible nine.
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CPR LTD SPONSORS MANAGEMENT TEAM
A huge thank you to Gus McGregor from CPR for kindly sponsoring our management team. Your support is hugely appreciated!
Left to right: Calum Hendrie, Greig Maitland, Fraser Duncan, Gus McGregor, Fraser Ogston (Chairman) and Darren Cummings.
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SCOTTISH BUILDING SOCIETY - NEW SHIRT SPONSOR
St Andrews United Football Club is delighted to welcome Scottish Building Society as our new Shirt Sponsor (home and away) ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Founded in 1848, Scottish Building Society is the world’s oldest remaining building society and has a long-standing reputation for supporting communities across Scotland through trusted savings and mortgage services. Their commitment to local values and long-term partnerships makes them a perfect fit for the Saints.
As well as proudly featuring on the club’s new shirts, Scottish Building Society will also sponsor the dugouts at The Rec, further strengthening their presence and support around the ground.
Everyone at St Andrews United is thrilled to have them backing the club, and we look forward to building a strong partnership throughout the season.
SEASON TICKETS AND ADMISSION
Please note that season ticket prices for the 2026/27 season have been set at £120 for Adults and £60 for Concessions, with Under-12s admitted free of charge.
Season ticket holders benefit from excellent value, receiving the equivalent of three home league matches free of charge over the course of the season.
Season tickets can be purchased independently of the spectator enclosure fundraising initiative should you prefer. For further information on season tickets or any of the supporter opportunities available, please contact Eric Gillespie on 07552 632 777
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