Brora Rangers
- Brora Rangers enter the relegation-promotion play-off in fine form after a strong season run-in.
- They won at Clachnacuddin and Brechin to finish top and lost only one of their final five games.
- They play a 4-3-3 with an emphasis on being compact, physical and dangerous on the counter.
- Defensive discipline and efficiency from set-pieces are a foundation for their approach.
FC Edinburgh
- FC Edinburgh endured a turbulent season, finishing bottom of Scottish League Two after a 15-point penalty.
- They finished with 24 points from 36 games.
- Michael McIndoe’s squad reached the playoffs despite upheaval in the playing squad.
- Their form was mixed, suffering three big defeats in April before a 5 - 0 win over Dumbarton in early May.
Head-to-Head
The sides met in the same competition in 2015 , when Brora beat Edinburgh on penalties to deny promotion.
Brora Rangers
- Shane Sutherland spearheads the attack for Brora Rangers.
- Jordan MacRae and James Wallace are both strong at set-pieces.
- Steven Mackay is the manager known for grinding out results in tense games.
FC Edinburgh
- Mark Weir is captain and keeper for FC Edinburgh.
- Olly McDonald, Jason Jarvis and Innes Lawson bring creativity and goals up front.
Betting Insights
- Bookies have the match at 2.39 for Edinburgh, 2.47 for Brora and 3.48 for the draw.
- Both teams to score is available at 1.52, with a slight lean towards Brora to nick it.
Prediction
- Expect a cagey start that should open up as the game progresses.
- The pick: both teams to score, with a slight preference for Brora to edge it.
